Thomas LeRoy Bemis
July 17, 1952 - March 09, 2011
Obituary
Scandinavia/Mt. Horeb - Thomas L. Bemis, age 58 passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 9, 2011 at the Riverside Medical Center in Waupaca. He was born on July 17, 1952 in Big Springs, TX. the son of Donald and Alice (Clapps) Bemis. After graduating in 1970 from Mt. Horeb High School, Tom proudly served in Vietnam with the U. S. Air Force. Upon returning to WI. after the service, Tom was employed with Rural Insurance for over 18 years before joining Christensen Home Decorators, doing what he enjoyed most. He was a \"jack-of-all-trades\" , always helping a friend in need with any remodeling project that needed to be done. Tom had a variety of interests including the outdoors, fishing, and his motorcycle. He had a special place in his heart for animals and especially loved listening to music. Tom will be remembered for his great sense of humor, living life to its fullest and being a dependable and reliable friend. He is survived by his children, Christin (Steve Bogost) Bemis of Waunakee, Kate (Lonnie) Sanderson of Beaver Dam and Jake Bemis of Waunakee; his grandchildren, Raina, Quinn, Jack and Charlie Bogost and Isabel, Ashley and Dylan Sanderson; his mother, Alice Bemis of Mt. Horeb; his brother Gordon of Scandinavia, WI.; his sisters, Romona (Jimmy) Fedderly of Arkansas and Joan (Tom) Laufenberg of Madison; his former wife, Marian Brunner Bemis and many friends. He was preceded in death by his father Donald in 2005. Memorial services will be held at GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 7435 University Ave., Middleton at 12:00 noon on Saturday, March 19, 2011 with military honors to follow. Private family committal services will be held at the Central WI. Veterans Memorial Cemetery in King, WI. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until the time of service at the funeral home on Saturday.
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Visitation will be from 10:00 am until the time of service at the funeral home on Saturday.
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Memorial services will be held at GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 7435 University Ave., Middleton at 12:00 noon on Saturday, March 19, 2011 with military honors to follow.
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Cathy Lampman Hawkins
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So sorry for your loss. I enjoyed knowing Tom in high school. We were in several classes together. He always had a twinkle in his eye like he was up to something.
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Romona
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Tom,I am really going to miss you and that silly grin you had,you were one of best brother anyone could have had! You are probably up in Heaven with Dad and saying why is Mona writing this,just wanted you to know how much you were loved by me! Knowing you will haunt or play tricks on us down here on earth,just take it easy on us! Enjoy your fishing up there with Dad Love your sister always Mona
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Sandra Pujanauski
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Tommy, I will always remember you and my brother causing problems and wishing there wasn't his little sister around to ruin the fun!
Peace and light on your journey.
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Christin Bemis
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On weekend mornings when the sun is shining and there is a breeze blowing through an open window, I turn my music loud and I think of my Dad.
When I see a man walking on the street wearing blue jeans and his hair a little long and on his face you can see his story, I think of my Dad.
When I'm in a devilish mood and can't hold back my smirk, I think of my Dad.
And many times more for the rest of my days, I will think of my Dad.
I love you.
JM
Joy Martinson
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I will always remember those days long ago with fondness. Tom, Marian, Mark and I. Now Tom has joined Mark, and the thought of that reunion brings a smile. Cheers! and love to you both.
TB
Tatum McGowan and Boys
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.