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Thomas York Obituary

Thomas P. York, age 60, passed away at his home on July 28, 2006 in Colorado Springs and is survived by his wife, Lucile "Lucy". Tom served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He moved to Colorado in 1970 where he attended college and established his home. Tom was involved in both the restaurant and jewelry businesses locally. His artistic talents were expressed in interior and landscape design as well as the culinary arts. Tom met his wife of 18 years in 1978 and they have shared a life of travel and entertaining family, friends and members of the teaching community. Tom was known for his warmth and engaging humor as well as his sense of adventure. He developed many enduring friendships and will be missed by so many. Tom was born on November 11th, 1945 to Eben and Joan York of Maybrook, NY. He has four surviving siblings, Eben the III, Sharon, Brian, Michael and Robert and seven nieces and nephews. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at Shove Chapel at Colorado College on Thursday, August 3, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. with burial to follow at Evergreen cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Pikes Peak Hospice at 825 East Pikes Peak Avenue, Suite #600, Colorado Springs, CO 80903.

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Published by The Gazette on Aug. 1, 2006.

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Donna Kortemeyer

August 10, 2006

Lucy, I only knew Tom in talking with him on the telephone; but we always had a laugh together. I will miss him when I call as one needs a good laugh to keep everything in perspective! My thoughts are with you always.

Craig Stegeman

August 1, 2006

I met Tom 13 years ago as a busser at a restaurant that Tom managed. Tom was one of the warmest heartfelt people I have ever met. He greeted everyone with a smile and made anyone feel welcome. Tom played a big part in my young life as I moved from busser to waiter to bartender to manager as I worked through high school and college. Him and Lucy also played a big part in my decision to become a CPA. I have not seen him since moving to Denver in 1999 after getting my first job out of college at a CPA firm, but often think about him and Lucy. Tom will be missed and my heart goes out to Lucy. Tom you were a great person and we will all miss you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Lucy.



Your longtime friends in Denver, Craig, Sheryl, Gavyn and Kayden Stegeman.

erich cochran

August 1, 2006

My heart feels for Lucy, because the two of them complimented one another. I have known Tom for 30 years and he defintely can win your heart over with his charisma and warm heart. I know my dear darling Lucy will miss his companionship, however Tom would want her to thrust forward and stay happy and continue enjoying her life as they did together.



With much sadness and love, your friend of 33 years Erich Cochran

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