1939
2014
Thomas Lee Axdorff, aged 74, passed away Sunday, June 15, 2014 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Thomas was a devoted and loving husband and father. He was known for his kindness and generosity, always ready to lend a helping hand. Tom attended Catholic Central High School and later worked for General Motors retiring after 34 years of dedicated service. Later in life he enjoyed vacationing with family often traveling abroad. He was preceded in death by his sister Sandra Pursley. Surviving Thomas are his wife Suzette Axdorff and the mother of his children Patricia Axdorff. Also surviving are his children Richard, Andy, Diane (Kevin) Spicher, Ken (Leah), Dennis (Elizabeth), Jennifer (Jeff) Rivard, Mike Terpstra, Rob (Diana) Terpstra, and Dan (Michele) Terpstra; grandchildren, Eric, Alex, Joshua, Ashley, Rachael, Tyler, Cassandra, Riley, Keith, Matthew, Avery, Jordan and Lily; great grandchildren, Elizabeth, Madison, Natalie, Eldon, Adam and Cynthia; brother Richard and sister Pat (Ronald) Schumaker; his Mother-in-Law Betty Timmer; Brothers-in-Law Al Pursley, Lance (Diane) Timmer, Bob Timmer; sisters-in-law Michelle (Dan) Benningfield, Terri (John) Mileski and Monique Ciofu. Please join Thomas's family for visitation Thursday, June 19, 2014 from 5-8pm and Funeral Service at 11am on Friday June 20, 2014 at Reyers North Valley Chapel. In lieu of flowers please consider making a memorial contribution to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
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June 22, 2014
Marlene
Suzette, I am so sorry to hear about Tom's passing. You and your family have my sincere sympathy and will be in my thoughts and prayers.
June 21, 2014
Brenda Whip
Sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to you and your family.
Brenda, Carol and Rich Whip
June 21, 2014
Lisa and Jim Owen
Tom is an amazing Uncle. He made the family get togethers so much fun with the tractor rides around the yard! He touched soo many lives in soo many positive ways. Though sometimes time and space separated our seeing each other and all the kids, the love and closeness never faded. Thank You Tom for all of the special memories and bringing such a great family into this life's journey. Love you always, Lisa and Jim Owen
June 19, 2014
Erick Rupprecht
Suzette and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Tom always made me smile and I will miss him. My thoughts are with you as are prayers for your entire family.
June 19, 2014
Kimm Slater
I am so sorry for your loss. It is, and has been, my honor to know all of Toms children. May God continue to sustain you during this time of grief. Our joy is knowing he lives in all of us, for all of us.
June 19, 2014
Jerry & Sandy Koeman(Axdorff)
Our prayers are with you and your family. With Sympathy,
June 19, 2014
YaVonne Quigley
To the Axdorff Family, The loss of PaPa Tom will certainly be missed by all. The few occasions I was honored to visit him always brought about joy, laughter and happy times. Our south Georgia family is praying and thinking of you all at this time. God Bless and love always.
June 18, 2014
Blaine & Darcie Cronn
Our thoughts are with you all. May God comfort you during this sad time.
Blaine & Darcie Cronn
June 18, 2014
Marcia Leonhardt
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
June 18, 2014
Sandy / Leo Knapp
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
June 18, 2014
dennis axdorff
sure will miss you dad
June 18, 2014
Suz Prayers and hugs to all. May God's love bring you and your family comfort at this time and the times ahead. Mary Schild
June 18, 2014
He was a good man. Now he is a peace.
June 18, 2014
Diane Daling
Sue, I extend my sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 17, 2014
Joseph & Christine Irwin (Axdorff)
Our prayers will be with you and your family. Our deepest sympathy.
June 17, 2014
Maureen Homrich
Sue My heart goes out to you. Much support and prayers are sent your way. Thinking peaceful thoughts for you and your family. Tom was a sweetheart
June 17, 2014
Suzette...please know that I am thinking of you. Our deepest sympathy to you and family. Dita Miller and family
June 17, 2014
Sue (Hoving) McKay
Dear Suzette: My smypathy goes to you and your family. It has been a long time since we have seen each other. My thoughts and prayers are with you daily for God's love to guide you daily.
June 17, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Mike&Shirley Axdorff
June 17, 2014
Sue, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family. Tom was a great guy and will be missed by all who knew and loved him. We will really miss him. love, Rich & Phoebe
June 17, 2014
Jennifer Rivard
Dad, you are the BEST and I will miss you every day of my life. I am so proud of you and how you have touched so many lives in such a wonderful way. I consider myself lucky to have had you in my life. I love you, Jennifer.
June 17, 2014
Melissa Maki
My thoughts and prayers are with you Sue. I will miss seeing Tom and you with your visits to my office. Always made me laugh when the two of you came in. He truly was one of my favorite patients to see on my schedule! You two were amazing together. I hope the memories you two shared bring a smile to your face everyday. My deepest sympathy, Melissa Maki
June 17, 2014
Marcia Loser Dohm
Pat we are so sorry for your loss of your children's father, Tom. I have fond memories of our times at CC and my husband, Jim, worked with Tom at General Motors.
Jim and Marcia Loser Dohm
June 17, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with Suzi and Tom's family. May memories of Tom bring a smile to you everyday.
With sympathy, Cousin Mary J and Dave McClurg
June 17, 2014
robbie baker
My thoughts and prayers are with you Sue and the family. May the wonderful memories you made together comfort you through these and all your days.
June 17, 2014
Deb Millhuff
God bless you all. My thoughts are with you Sue, and may the memories of the wonderful life you and Tom shared fill your heart with love during this difficult time.
June 17, 2014
Lynne Bilski
He was a lovely man and will be greatly missed. I know my husband really enjoyed his company and sharing fishing & hunting experiences. May he rest in peace. Love, Lynne
June 17, 2014
Diane Engleman
A terrific guy....who lent a hand for many causes---building sheds, poker runs to sponsor Christmas dinners for the homeless and much more...Tom, thanks for being one of the good guys.
June 16, 2014
Dorothy Lehman
Tom was a great guy. My husband really enjoyed Tom and visiting with him, and of course talking about G.M. , where they both worked for many many years. My thoughts are with all of the family. He certainly will be missed. Aunt Dorothy and Douglas and all of the Lehman family.
June 16, 2014
James Butler
I enjoyed working and hunting with Tom for many , many years.
My memories will live on as I hope yours will also. Jim Butler
June 16, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Axdorff Family. Tom was a very special Brother In Law, and he will be missed. Lots of good memories Tom. Love Carole
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