I stumbled across this obituary and wanted to leave my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Thomas Carson. Mike Brophy, Lieutenant, Past Chief, (Albuquerque Fire and Valencia County Volunteer fire departments, New Mexico).

Joyce and sons:

Tom was a great friend beginning all those years ago at Canisius College. Although life carried us in different directions we were able to keep in touch from time to time.

His friendship was always cherished. He had a great sense of humour. The world is a lesser place because Tom has gone to his eternal rest. May the Good Lord grant him peace.

Kind regards,

Jim Sawicz

Tom's wife and family,

My name is G. J. Semler and Tom and I were B-Ball teammates, and roommates at Canisius. Then again many years later, Tom caught up with me for a bite to eat on one of my trips through Binghamton NY. He drove a long way so that we could catch up with each other. I'll always remember Tom for being your friend first, no questions asked. I am truely saddened to hear of his passing. My memories of him will always bring a smile to my face. God Bless you Tom.

Joyce and family, I was very sad to hear of Tom's passing. He was such a great friend to the Scott family and some of my fondest memories of Tom came from him hanging out at my grandfathers store and helping us with deliveries and with the funeral business in many capacities. He definitely helped shape my teenage years. He will be greatly missed.

Rich

Tom was such a wonderful person! He was so generous and so caring. When I go down memory lane, I see Tom in many many of those high school memories.

He gave me a ride to school every day, after he got the "bwana wagon". We laughed the whole way ... carefree days.

I'm so sorry for his passing; and I'm so very, very glad to have known him, to have those memories.

Tom, my friend:

May the road rise up to meet you.

May the wind be always at your back.

May the sun shine warm upon your face;

the rains fall soft upon your fields

and until we meet again,

may God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Bobbi

Tom was truly a wonderfully kind, beautiful human being loved by many...He will be greatly missed...Joyce and family, please accept my heartfelt condolences and sympathy on Tom's very sad passing... There is definitely a spot waiting for him in Heaven. May he forever rest in peace. Yvonne Overbeck

Dear Joyce and family,

I was so sorry to hear of your husband/loved ones passing. Joyce, I have such fond memories of our time at Willard together. I only wish you peace and comfort for the future. Sincerely, Jo-Beth

We are sorry to hear of Toms passing! Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at such a sad time!

We are so sorry for the loss of Tom. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss his smiling face.

Always a smile and a wave. His energy and caring will be missed by a grateful community.. My condolences to his family.

As you are well aware, Tom was an amazing man who had a heart of gold.

Tom was 2 years ahead of me @ OMCS and graduated with my sister Sue so I witnessed his skills playing basketball. My dad would even attend these game with my sister and me.

Whenever I was in the area and we ran into each other he was would ask how everyone was doing. He was always sincere and genuinely interested.

My fondest memory of Tom was on the day of my dad’s funeral service. As the fire department played the last call,l broke down. Tom, always the gentleman, handed me his handkerchief. Told him that I would wash it and get it back to him. He smiled and said not to worry. I wondered how many others were recipients of this touching gesture through out his time at V and S.

He was a wonderful man and I have no doubt that he was a fantastic husband, father, and grandpa. I am so sorry for the loss of this special person. With deepest sympathy.

Dawn

Our sincere condolences go out to the family of Tom. He was, truly, a decent, community-minded, family man...and a great basketball player for OMCS. I clearly remember watching the teams he was on and marveling at how he, and the rest, were like a well-oiled machine. Two years later, when I became a senior, I made sure that I was wearing the numbers 32 and 33...because I was so impressed with him. Rest in peace, Tom.... you were a good man who did a lot of wonderful things for many people. You will be missed by everyone in this community.

A fond farewell to Tom from the shortest classmate to the tallest. Our family will always remember how you were always there for us. You were one of the best people who ever walked the earth.

My sincere sympathy to your entire family. Tom will be missed by all who knew him. Ed Grow

Carroll (Rob) and I were so sadden to get the text telling us of the passing of this dear dear man. Our hearts go out to Joyce and the whole family for their loss. Tom was such an amazing person. Carroll first met him on the basketball court. He said he definitely was a gentle giant, who once stuffed him in the small middle school gym, sending the ball out into the crowd, if you remember the gym from the then High School, you'll know what I mean. We were lucky enough to have him be in the Moose to sign the book, when we had Addie Weed (then 3 yrs old) well she saw him and ran right over to him and started a conversation, telling him she would like him to come to her birthday party. Well that started a bond that never stopped, she just always called him BIG FOOT, and he would always buy her a candy bar and if her sisters were with us too, they, of course, got one too. He also was the best boss our son Brock said he ever had. Thank you Thank you Big Foot for all the joy and smiles you brought to my and Addie's families!! RIP Big Guy

Betty And Carroll (Rob) Cervoni

Joyce and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I only met Tom once and that was when you were in charge of Sunncroft, ward 5 and the sprinkler system pipes needed cleaning. Tom drove all the way to Willard on his day off to clean the dust off the pipes. Of course, he didn't need a ladder because he was so tall. I remember thinking what a wonderful husband he must be to drive 45 mins. to help you. After reading what others wrote who knew Tom, I guess that is the kind of guy he was.

Prayers to all your family.

Tom "Tree" Carson is a true devotee, icon and symbol of all that was/is good in Schuyler County. The Old OMCS "Cheese Box" gym had to turn folks away to see the teams he was a part of play regularly. He has always been a friend to our family and a special classmate friend to Kathleen.

You cannot think of Tom without a smile on your face or in your heart.

He once tried to rescue a friend of mind (Matt) and the only thing in his way was bad atmosphere. He went in anyway; when he had to crawl out, he was pretty upset at his "failure." We cried about his effort.

Rest in peace, big guy - you have indeed earned your place in heaven.

Bob Beardsley

Dear Joyce & Family,

My Heartfelt Sympathy & Prayers are with you and your family.

Tom was a great guy and so full of life. He was so dedicated and involved in so many educational

and always there to lend a helping hand. Worked with him for many years and all the memories and fun times we had at Shepard Niles. He was quite the kidder and will never forget that wonderful sense of humor. He will deeply be missed by so many and

will always remain in my Thoughts & Prayers.

Love,

Vicki Cadwell

Tom was a good friend he was always a joy to be around going to miss hearing him say hows it going Eddie. Tom was my supervisor at Schuyler couldn't ask for a better boss rip my friend

Joyce and Family so sorry for your loss

What a great guy ! Sorry for your loss : (

Joyce and family words are hard to come by to express my deepest sympathy on the loss of Towering Tom--he presents will be missed dearly. Take comfort in knowing that his pain is gone and he is free to share his spirit in heaven Peace be with you

I worked with Tom Many Years, during his short time in the hospital and the many years he served on the ambulance.. He was always ready to help when asked. He looked for the good in people. He shared his caring nature in every aspect of his life. I will miss you, the community will miss you, just know you will be missed by one and all.

I worked with Tom at Schuyler Hospital many years ago. I remember him fondly as a kind, caring individual. I am sorry to hear of his illness and passing. The community has been blessed to have him walk among us.

We are so sorry to learn of the passing of Tom. I'm sure he will be missed by all.

Our prayers are with you.

Bob and Ruth Ford and Family

Tom was the nicest guy you could ever know. I feel honored to have known and worked with him at Schuyler Hosp. I am so sorry Joyce for you and your family for such a huge loss. You are in my prayers. I'm sure my brother David has welcomed him to heaven and are getting their own brigade started.

Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult loss. Our community has lost a hero!

I’ll always remember Tom we worked at Shepherd Niles and always seen him at Schuyler Hospital And at the store he always said hello and I have some really good memories of him he will be missed and I’m sorry for your loss but I’m sure he is one of God’s right hand man He will be missed

I worked with Tom at Schuyler Hospital and knew him from around town. God took a truly wonderful man to be an angel. No one can measure up to the things Tom was and did for others. A remarkable man that will greatly missed. My prayers go to his family for they have lost a special person. God be with you Tom.

Tom was my next door neighbor, growing up on Mulberry Street. His mom, Ida, dad Roy and sister Carolyn(Deedee) we’re very dear to my family in the 40’s and 50’s. Tom became a good friend of my husband, Bob and Bob encouraged Tom, an eager 12 year old , to pursue his basketball career. After college, we moved away but we kept track of Tom’s college days. I am so sad to hear of Tom’s passing and the loss to his family and the community, He surely has earned his place in heaven. Heartfelt condolence to the Carson family. Sincerely, Katy Callahan Nastanovich

I remember Tom from years ago. We went to the same school and graduated from the great class of 68..He was a great guy. always willing to help...I always looked at him as the jolly tall giant.Remember when we all get to our special place we will have another class reunion just like the one we had before but it will even be better.

I am sure that you will be one of those bright shining stars that we see...Fly high with the Angels Tom....you were loved by all.

Tommy will always remember the great times we had at shepards!!!and playing softball R.I. P. good buddy you will never be forgotten !!!!!

Joyce, so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Sending thoughts your way.

Tom, thank you for being you. As a patient, you got me to the hospital before a really bad storm hit. As my Fiance` Jim Morrell was worried about me, you kept him assured & offered an ear. As Jim passed you were there to kindly take your friend & my love to his final stop, you gave respect, comfort & I'm sure you were sad yourself at the death of your friend. Again, all who are hurting, from family to friends I send hope in finding smiles with sweet memories. Tom Carson, what a guy!

RIP Tom you will be missed brother I have many fond memories of you see you again some day

You will be greatly missed Tom. Always enjoyed having our daily laughs. RIP. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.

So sad, Tom will be greatly missed. R.I.P. Tom!

My sincerest sympathies to Tom's family during this difficult time. I, as the rest of the very long list of Tom's friends, will miss surely miss him.

Don't know where to start. You was very strong in our community. God needs you now to help out with business. You are and will be miss my friend. Oxox to you, fly high Tom. Until we meet again. Love you Cheryl

Tom was a great friend to all us guys and sometimes girls that showed up on tom and Joyce's doorstep every year for a couple of decades on nascar race weekend.

Tom's wit and willingness to go out of his way to help us when we forgot something or needed help. Tom will be sorely missed by the whole crew but especially by mike and chris. rip tom may god bless you

We are so sorry for your loss. From Tom and Bob graduating together, their Mom's being very very close, to Tom and I working together at Shepard Niles, and years later when he shopped almost daily at The Big M and most recently meal delivery for The OFA, and his many visits with Keith at DSS...he truly intertwined with our lives. We feel so blessed to have known him. We are holding your Family in our Prayers.

Knowing Tom from childhood I can remember him always being a kind and caring person. He surely will be missed. Rest In Peace

Tommy was my childhood friend and fellow classmate. I have fond memories of him. We lived next door to him growing up on Mulberry St. We used to catch Lightning bugs together and make necklaces from Chestnuts. He was everyone's Big brother they never had. Always there to help others in anyway he could. I love him and will miss him forever. My heart goes out to Joyce and the boys and grandchildren. RIP Tommy you fought a long hard battle.

May fond memories of your husband and father bring you comfort during this hard time in your life. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family.

I am so blessed to have known Tom my whole life, he was always an inspiration to everyone, one of the nicest, most kind and helpful men alive. I am so happy I had the opportunity to tell him how much I admired him for who he was and for his help in our town for decades. He will be so missed by all who ever knew him.