Thomas A. Grace, Sr.
Thomas A. Grace Sr., 71, of Overland Park, Kansas passed away October 23, 2009 at the Kansas City Hospice House.
Tom was born October 16, 1938 in Kansas City, Missouri to Thomas Edward and Helen Flintjer Grace. Tom worked for JC Nichols for 46 years, retiring in 2003. He had an incredible passion for old cars. So it is fitting that he will be riding for the last time, to the cemetery, in his pride and joy, a 1973 Buick which he purchased the year his son was born. He also enjoyed woodworking and his yard work.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Edward Thomas Grace. He is survived by his wife, Marian Grace; his daughter, Karen Elizabeth Laughton of Mission, Kansas; his son Thomas A. Grace Jr. of Gardner, Kansas; and daughter Ann Marie Grace of Kansas City, Missouri. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Kathleen Grace of Kansas City, Missouri and by four granddaughters.
Visitation and Funeral Service
A visitation will be held Monday, October 26, 2009 from 6 to 8 pm at the Amos Family Chapel of Shawnee with a Rosary recitation at 7:30 pm. Funeral Mass will be 10 am, Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009 at Queen of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Overland Park, Kansas followed by burial in Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Kansas City, Missouri.
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My deepest sympathy goes out to you all, but you must remember that he is in a way better place now.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you during this difficult time for your family. We will pray for the repose of Tom’s soul and for peace in your family’s hearts. Love–Dave, Jenny, Oliver and Savanna
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. if there is anyway we can help you please don’t hesitate to call.
Shannon Christine and Bumper
Our thoughts and prayers go to you and your family at this diffcult time. Please call on us, if you should need anything.
Dear Marion, Karen, Howard, Tom, Jill, and Annie….
Please know that you are in our prayers and thoughts. Even though you have time to prepare, it is always difficult when someone you love won’t be there tomorrow. Questions go unanswered and joys can’t be shared.
I hope there is some comfort in knowing that Tom is in a better place and that his Heaven is welcoming him with joy and love.
I hope you find some comfort knowing that Tom is in a peaceful place.
We’re here if you need anything. Please don’t hesitate to ask.
Nan, Scott, Aidan and Alexa Frink
His homecoming celebration is a celebration of life. Marian, his life was good because of you and your family, now he is in a better place. Celebrate his life. My thoughts are with you and your family. God is good all the time.
Carla and Family