Thomas “Tommy” James Vernon of Millville, DE, age 73, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2020. He was born on February 11, 1947 in Havre de Grace, MD to the late James Lee Vernon and Rhoda Estelle (Carter) Vernon. Tommy graduated from Rising Sun High School and later earned a Bachelor’s Degree from University of MarylandContinue Reading
Thomas “Tommy” James Vernon of Millville, DE, age 73, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2020. He was born on February 11, 1947 in Havre de Grace, MD to the late James Lee Vernon and Rhoda Estelle (Carter) Vernon.
Tommy graduated from Rising Sun High School and later earned a Bachelor’s Degree from University of Maryland University College. After high school, he worked as barracks clerk for the Maryland State Police department until he joined the Air Force in 1966, where he served in Vietnam, the Philippines and England. After Tommy was discharged from the service in 1970, he became a Metropolitan Police Officer for a short time before transferring over to the Prince Georges Police Department in Maryland. In 1985 he retired due to medical issues and started working for the Anne Arundel County Government as a background investigator for the police. Tommy retired on 2015 after 30 years of service.
Tommy was a lifetime member of Janes United Methodist Church in Rising Sun, MD. He was also a member of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 89 in Prince Georges County as well as the Harmony Masonic Lodge of Port Deposit, MD and American Legion Post 194 in Rising Sun, MD.
Tommy loved cars, having owned a 1956 Ford F-100 pick up as well as his baby, his 1933 Ford 3-window coupe. A member of Bay Area Hot Rods, he attended many car shows throughout the country and became friends with many other street rod enthusiasts. Tommy also enjoyed watching NASCAR.
Tommy is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, Donna Vernon of Millville, DE and sister-in-law, Dena Ennis, brother-in-law, David (Stacey) Bolen and mother-in-law, Marie Bolen. He will be missed by his niece, nephews and their children. Tommy was preceded in death by his parents.
A visitation will be held on Friday, October 23, 2020 from 6pm – 8pm at R.T. Foard Funeral Home, 111 S. Queen St., Rising Sun, MD 21911. A celebration of Tommy’s life will be held 11am on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at Janes United Methodist Church, 213 N. Walnut St., Rising Sun, MD 21911, where family and friends may begin visiting at 10am.
Dottie Kepler
left a message on October 24, 2020:
Donna, so sorry to hear about the passing of Tommy. Was very lucky to have known him and you thru the years. Rhoda was so proud of him. I loved talking to him, he was truly a genuine human being. I hope you find solace in knowing he was a great man and liked by so many. Including me. RIP Tommy, another Angel how his wings.
Carol Hartline
left a message on October 23, 2020:
Donna, even though we have only known you and Tommy for a short while you have been the best neighbors. When Tommy was getting around better he always smiled and engaged in conversation. You both have been through so much and I have to say you have been so positive and never once complained about how hard it has been. It was so good to see your family over helping and I so enjoyed cooking and baking for you and Tommy. On good days I remember him smiling and always saying thanks. We will miss him and his happy smile and gentle ways.
Rose & Johnny Baxter
left a message on October 23, 2020:
DONNA and Family ,
Tommy was one of a kind , A Fun Person , Loyal Friend and Very dedicated in everything he did in Life.
It goes without saying How Very much he will be missed . We Loved TOMMY and we are So happy We All had So many Fun times together . Although our Heart Aches We are Grateful He No Longer Suffers .
Love You Always TOMMY , Enjoy All our Hot Rodder's that are up there with You .
See You when We get there ❤❤
Tommy was one of a kind , A Fun Person , Loyal Friend and Very dedicated in everything he did in Life.
It goes without saying How Very much he will be missed . We Loved TOMMY and we are So happy We All had So many Fun times together . Although our Heart Aches We are Grateful He No Longer Suffers .
Love You Always TOMMY , Enjoy All our Hot Rodder's that are up there with You .
See You when We get there ❤❤
Will and Nancy Rattigan
left a message on October 22, 2020:
Tommy was such a nice man. Donna must be heart broken. We won't be able to attend due to our roommate 's fragile condition but we do care a great deal. Rest in peace.
Chello Pitts
left a message on October 22, 2020:
I loved working with Tom at Anne Arundel County Government and his role as Background Investigator, it was my first time doing Public Safety Recruitment and he took me under his wing and showed me the ropes. He was always smiling and had a joke for me. We called him "Sunshine" . My Sympathy to his wife and family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Greg Vass
left a message on October 22, 2020:
Tom was a good man. He is well respected and a man of faith.
I worked with him for many years and learned many things from him.
He will be missed by many people.
I worked with him for many years and learned many things from him.
He will be missed by many people.
Barbara Snider
left a message on October 21, 2020:
Kathlee &Ted lariviere
left a message on October 21, 2020:
So sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. We became friends at Sue's Restaurant in Rising Sun where we had many fun times. We also had a wonderful time at Mel's wedding. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Donna, he was an amazing man who will be missed. Love, Kathy and Ted
Kathleen & Ted Lariviere
left a message on October 21, 2020:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Donna. We became friends at Sue's Restaurant where we had lots of fun times. We later had a great time at Mel's wedding. Love, Kathy and Ted Lariviere
Kathleen &Ted Lariviere
left a message on October 21, 2020:
So sad to hear of Tommy's passing. We shared many breakfasts at Sue's Restaurant where we first met; and later had a fun time at Mel's wedding. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Donna.
Love, Kathy and Ted Lariviere
Love, Kathy and Ted Lariviere
Barb Snider
left a message on October 21, 2020:
Tom was an amazing coworker and friend. Such a good person. Many cherished memories.
Wanda and Frank Vigna
left a message on October 21, 2020:
Donna,
May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead.
Our most sincere condolences.
Wanda and Frank
May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead.
Our most sincere condolences.
Wanda and Frank
Allen Kibat
left a message on October 20, 2020:
Donna, very sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. You and your family will be in Jan and my prayers. All our Love Allen and Janice
David Bradford, Chaplain Post 194
left a message on October 20, 2020:
Tom's many friends at Mason Dixon Post 194 are deeply saddened by his passing. And while mere words can never adequately express our deep and abiding sympathy, we hope that you can take some solace in knowing thatTom is at peace and at home with God. May God bless him and keep him; may God look kindly upon him; and may God shine His light everlasting light upon him and grant him eternal peace.
Carol Ann (Wood) Loving
left a message on October 19, 2020:
My deepest condolences to you, Donna. I have so many childhood memories of Tommy (and you). He was such the prankster. He later gave me career advise as a young adult. When my Dad passed away he called to have a long talk with me and console me. He was a good friend to my parents. They are all in heaven together now. He will be missed but his memory will live on. Hugs to you
Lisa Pace
left a message on October 19, 2020:
Sending love , peace and comfort to all who loved him. His journey has begun. May he travel swiftly to his heavenly destination
Debra Allard
left a message on October 19, 2020:
So sorry we can’t be there, Donna, but praying for comfort & strength today and in the days ahead. Love, Deb Allard
Robert Leslie
left a message on October 19, 2020:
Others have already stated what I was planing to state, so ditto many times. R Leslie PGRet Nr 165.
Sandi Didra
left a message on October 19, 2020:
Donna my heart goes out to you and your family. No words can express how sorry I am. But I know in my heart of hearts that he is in a better place where he is walking tall with no pain and is looking down on us and smiling.
Greg Ball
left a message on October 19, 2020:
Tom was the friend other people wish they had.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Garland Janney
left a message on October 18, 2020:
One of the best men I've ever known
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Dottie Kepler
left a message on October 24, 2020:
Donna, so sorry to hear about the passing of Tommy. Was very lucky to have known him and you thru the years. Rhoda was so proud of him. I loved talking to him, he was truly a genuine human being. I hope you find solace in knowing he was a great man and liked by so many. Including me. RIP Tommy, another Angel how his wings.
Carol Hartline
left a message on October 23, 2020:
Donna, even though we have only known you and Tommy for a short while you have been the best neighbors. When Tommy was getting around better he always smiled and engaged in conversation. You both have been through so much and I have to say you have been so positive and never once complained about how hard it has been. It was so good to see your family over helping and I so enjoyed cooking and baking for you and Tommy. On good days I remember him smiling and always saying thanks. We will miss him and his happy smile and gentle ways.
Rose & Johnny Baxter
left a message on October 23, 2020:
DONNA and Family ,
Tommy was one of a kind , A Fun Person , Loyal Friend and Very dedicated in everything he did in Life.
It goes without saying How Very much he will be missed . We Loved TOMMY and we are So happy We All had So many Fun times together . Although our Heart Aches We are Grateful He No Longer Suffers .
Love You Always TOMMY , Enjoy All our Hot Rodder's that are up there with You .
See You when We get there ❤❤
Tommy was one of a kind , A Fun Person , Loyal Friend and Very dedicated in everything he did in Life.
It goes without saying How Very much he will be missed . We Loved TOMMY and we are So happy We All had So many Fun times together . Although our Heart Aches We are Grateful He No Longer Suffers .
Love You Always TOMMY , Enjoy All our Hot Rodder's that are up there with You .
See You when We get there ❤❤
Will and Nancy Rattigan
left a message on October 22, 2020:
Tommy was such a nice man. Donna must be heart broken. We won't be able to attend due to our roommate 's fragile condition but we do care a great deal. Rest in peace.
Chello Pitts
left a message on October 22, 2020:
I loved working with Tom at Anne Arundel County Government and his role as Background Investigator, it was my first time doing Public Safety Recruitment and he took me under his wing and showed me the ropes. He was always smiling and had a joke for me. We called him "Sunshine" . My Sympathy to his wife and family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Greg Vass
left a message on October 22, 2020:
Tom was a good man. He is well respected and a man of faith.
I worked with him for many years and learned many things from him.
He will be missed by many people.
I worked with him for many years and learned many things from him.
He will be missed by many people.
Barbara Snider
left a message on October 21, 2020:
Kathlee &Ted lariviere
left a message on October 21, 2020:
So sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. We became friends at Sue's Restaurant in Rising Sun where we had many fun times. We also had a wonderful time at Mel's wedding. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Donna, he was an amazing man who will be missed. Love, Kathy and Ted
Kathleen & Ted Lariviere
left a message on October 21, 2020:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Donna. We became friends at Sue's Restaurant where we had lots of fun times. We later had a great time at Mel's wedding. Love, Kathy and Ted Lariviere
Kathleen &Ted Lariviere
left a message on October 21, 2020:
So sad to hear of Tommy's passing. We shared many breakfasts at Sue's Restaurant where we first met; and later had a fun time at Mel's wedding. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Donna.
Love, Kathy and Ted Lariviere
Love, Kathy and Ted Lariviere
Barb Snider
left a message on October 21, 2020:
Tom was an amazing coworker and friend. Such a good person. Many cherished memories.
Wanda and Frank Vigna
left a message on October 21, 2020:
Donna,
May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead.
Our most sincere condolences.
Wanda and Frank
May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead.
Our most sincere condolences.
Wanda and Frank
Allen Kibat
left a message on October 20, 2020:
Donna, very sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. You and your family will be in Jan and my prayers. All our Love Allen and Janice
David Bradford, Chaplain Post 194
left a message on October 20, 2020:
Tom's many friends at Mason Dixon Post 194 are deeply saddened by his passing. And while mere words can never adequately express our deep and abiding sympathy, we hope that you can take some solace in knowing thatTom is at peace and at home with God. May God bless him and keep him; may God look kindly upon him; and may God shine His light everlasting light upon him and grant him eternal peace.
Carol Ann (Wood) Loving
left a message on October 19, 2020:
My deepest condolences to you, Donna. I have so many childhood memories of Tommy (and you). He was such the prankster. He later gave me career advise as a young adult. When my Dad passed away he called to have a long talk with me and console me. He was a good friend to my parents. They are all in heaven together now. He will be missed but his memory will live on. Hugs to you
Lisa Pace
left a message on October 19, 2020:
Sending love , peace and comfort to all who loved him. His journey has begun. May he travel swiftly to his heavenly destination
Debra Allard
left a message on October 19, 2020:
So sorry we can’t be there, Donna, but praying for comfort & strength today and in the days ahead. Love, Deb Allard
Robert Leslie
left a message on October 19, 2020:
Others have already stated what I was planing to state, so ditto many times. R Leslie PGRet Nr 165.
Sandi Didra
left a message on October 19, 2020:
Donna my heart goes out to you and your family. No words can express how sorry I am. But I know in my heart of hearts that he is in a better place where he is walking tall with no pain and is looking down on us and smiling.
Greg Ball
left a message on October 19, 2020:
Tom was the friend other people wish they had.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Garland Janney
left a message on October 18, 2020:
One of the best men I've ever known
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.