Wenstrom, Thomas E.

 

Thomas E. Wenstrom, age 52 of White Cloud, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at his home following a long illness.  Tom was born on October 15, 1956 in Fremont to Carl Edward and Minnie Olive (Larsen) Wenstrom.  Tom graduated from White Cloud High School in 1974 and later graduated from Ferris State University with an Associates Degree in Heavy Equipment Diesel.  After graduation from Ferris State, Tom immediately started work at the Newaygo County Road Commission in 1976 as a mechanic, later became a truck driver and retired as shop foreman.  Tom met and later married Cheryl Moran on July 22, 1978 in White Cloud and together they renewed their wedding vows on April 26, 2009.  Tom was an avid airplane pilot and served on the White Cloud Airport Board for several years, has been a City Councilman for the City of White Cloud from 1987-2009, enjoyed hunting, was a hobby farmer and avid reader.  Tom also was well known for fixing anything for anyone in the community over the years.

 

Tom is survived by his wife of 30 years, Cheryl; his sons, Thomas Carl Wenstrom of Lowell; Christopher John (Emily) Wenstrom of Lansing; his brother, John Charles (Sue) Wenstrom of Salida, Colorado; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Don & Carol Moran of Alton, Illinois; several sisters-in-law.

 

VISITATION : Friday, May 29, 2009 from 5-8pm at the Crandell Funeral Home – White Cloud Chapel.  FUNERAL SERVICES : Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 11am at the White Cloud United Methodist Church.  INTERMENT : White Cloud Cemetery.  MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS : White Cloud United Methodist Church.  Friends may send a condolence or share a memory with the Wenstrom Family online at www.crandellfh.com.

 

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Cheryl, Tom, Christopher,
 
   Having recently lost our father are hearts go out to you.  There are no words that can be said to ease your pain, but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss.  Cheryl, you have always been so fantastic with all my girls if there is anything I can do please let me know.
Tom, you and Tash I know are still close and how much she thinks of you.  Christopher having never met you but knowing your parents and brother I imagine you are just as wonderful. 
 
God Bless, with all our thoughts and love,
 
Randy, Heather, Andrea, and Mackenzie Trimm
 

Posted 5/27/2009

                                                                                                                                            

Tom,

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family through this difficult time.

Deb

 

Deb Brooks

GWI Engineering, Inc.

Posted 5/27/2009

                                                                                                                                            

Dear Cheryl, Tom and Chris,

 I am so sorry.

Cheryl, I want you to know that the strength you and Tom have had during his illness is inspirational and an example to us all to live our lives.

Tom and Chris, you have been such a source of pride to your parents and this community.

 My thoughts are with you.

Shelley Schaub

Posted 5/27/2009

                                                                                                                                            

Cheryl, Tom and Christopher,

            Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and our admiration for the wonderful care you gave.  May you have peace knowing your loved one is with the one who loves eternally.  Judy Corey, Hospice of Michigan

Posted 5/27/2009

                                                                                                                                            

Cheryl, I can only imagine how you must be feeling right now. Please add my love to all the rest of the love being sent your way in the hopes that it might add a measure of comfort to you and your family.  Linda Moore

Posted 5/27/2009

                                                                                                                                            

Cheryl,

 

  There are no words that make this time any easier for anyone.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys.  The loss is great, however, I know there is a great deal of love and memories that will help carry you in the years ahead.  Having lost Rosemary last year we know what you are going through.  The love and memories help you in the months ahead.  Know that Tom is in a better place now.  I know he has had a long fight and he was a gallant warrior.  He will be missed.

 

Love to you all,

 

Steve, Denise Gray and Family

Posted 5/27/2009

                                                                                                                                            

Cheryl, I’m picturing my little Daddy welcoming Tom into heaven so they can chit-chat about airplanes, woodcarving, and various other things they used to chat about while living on the hill of North Street. My prayers are with you.—Joanne Auw-Chandler

Posted 5/28/2009

                                                                                                                                            

Dearest Cheryl, Tom & Chris, My deepest sympathy and prayers and love with you and yours, I am so sorry to hear the news about Tom, He was a wonderful and very wise man, totally respected and loved, I know he was always always their for his family and the community. especially when it came to his family, he will be deeply missed, he will be at rest now.  God Bless you all Sincerely Patti Bousho

Posted 5/30/2009

                                                                                                                                            

Cheryl,
I just learned of your loss and wanted to take just a minute to send you my heartfelt condolences.  I want you to know how much it meant to me to have you and Tom there during my loss.  I always admired the strong coupleness the two of you shared and how that passed on to your strong family.
Oh Cheryl I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.  With the loving arms of God our Father to hold you it will in time become more bearable.  It won't seem like it for awhile but the depth of your loss and the broken hearted feeling will get better.  Your love for Tom will never leave you and the love that Tom gave to you will give you the strength you will need in the days ahead.  But most of all remember that God loves you and will never abandon you.
 
With all my prayers
Edy Dirette-Combs

Posted 6/17/2009

                                                                                                                                            

Wentstrom Family
 
Was so sorry to hear of your loss.  My brother called and told us the news and immediately Scott and I reminisced memories of your family.  We both were reminded of the time that Tom stopped over to fix the window wipers of our car as they were stuck in the up-right position.  Although something so trivial now was probably an expensive maintenance bill that we had not budgeted then.  With a small tool box and a generous heart our wipers were back in action with a handshake for payment.  He was a man of generosity and conviction. 
 
He was very proud of his family and raised two fantastic young men.    His legacy will continue with the them and the pay it forward philosophy he has instilled.  Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. 
 
With Deepest Sympathy
 
Scott and Amy Cuthrell
6331 Dale St.
Cass City,  MI  48726

Posted 6/18/2009

                                                                                                                                            

To my sister my friend,
I haven't any idea on what you are going through, I can just try to imagine!  Rat was a great brother in law, his bark was worse than his bite, hah hah. Randy and I really miss him and always will and to let you know that I pray for you all the time.  I am glad you have Gail and especially Tommy and Chris and Emily.  I love and miss you so very much!!!  I just wished I could be with you, but you are strong and you will make it! 
Love you so much, Randy and Jean Doneda Moran Wade

Posted 6/18/2009