Tom was born in Bloomington, IL on December 7, 1959. At a young age he moved to Greeley, CO. He was involved in swimming, wrestling, musical theater, and his garage bands (Higher Ground and Your Dads Mouth.) He attended Greeley West High School in Colorado and graduated in 1977. He continued his education at University of Northern Colorado with a degree in English in 1985. He met his wife Jen working together in Boulder at the UMC. They married in 1992. Tom worked at Angelo's in Denver, eventually becoming an owner fulfilling his passion for cooking. Tom had a joy for music especially piano which he began to play at a very young age. He was a Broncos fan especially of John Elway. He also enjoyed playing basketball and anything Mac related. Tom was a quiet soul but a guiding force to everyone that knew him. He had a huge collection of music from records to CDs, which he was very proud to share. Tom is survived by is wife Jennifer, mother Vanessa, father Patrick, sister Elizabeth, three nephews; Ryan, Angelo, Henry and one niece, Cameron. He will be remembered and loved by many. Memorial contributions may be made for a piano scholarship at the Denver School of Rock. Donations are being handled by Lana von Tersch, 1228 Cook Street, Denver, CO 80206. Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, June 29, 1:00 P.M. at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 1091 South Colorado Boulevard, Denver.