BORN

1946

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

H.M. Patterson & Son-Canton Hill Chapel

1157 Old Canton Road Ne

Marietta, Georgia

Thomas Deriso Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 11, 2012.

Mr. Thomas D. Deriso, 65 of Marietta, died Sunday, June 10, 2012. Mr.
Deriso grew up in Americus, GA and joined the United States Air Force
in 1969 after graduating from Georgia Southwestern College. He was a
KC-135 tanker pilot and retired as a Lt Colonel after 20 years of
service. He served during the Vietnam War and his career took him all
over the world, including Okinawa Japan, where he served as a squadron
commander.

After his retirement from the Air Force, Thomas went on to fly with
Delta Airlines for 15 years. At Delta, Tom served as a flight
instructor and as a captain for the MD-88 among other aircraft.

Tom was an active member of Johnson Ferry Baptist Church in Marietta
where he served as a Deacon. He volunteered his time and energy for
many projects, including the Benevolence Ministry and Disaster Relief.
He made multiple trips to the Gulf Coast after Katrina to assist with
cleanup and recovery.

Thomas is survived by his wife of 44 years, Susan Deriso; son, David
Deriso of Atlanta, GA; daughter, Natalie Murphy of Alpharetta, GA;
mother, Rosella Deriso of Americus, GA; sister, Margie Everett; as
well as three grandsons, Gavin, Owen and Caden.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 14, 2012 at 11 am at
Johnson Ferry Baptist Church with Rev. Everett Anthony officiating.
Burial with full military honors will take place at 2:30 pm at Georgia
National Cemetery in Canton. The family will receive friends on
Wednesday from 6:00 until 8:00 pm at the funeral home. Online
condolences may be expressed at www.hmpattersoncantonhill.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Johnson
Ferry Baptist Benevolence Fund, 955 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta, GA
30068 or Storehouse Food Pantry, c/o Noonday Baptist Association, 1348
Canton Road, Marietta, GA 30066. H.M. Patterson & Son, Canton Hill
Chapel is honored to serve the family of Mr. Thomas D. Deriso.

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June 19, 2012

Cheril Musial

Margie, Rosella and family. I did not get the opportunity to know Tom very well but I did see the love he had for his parents and family. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Both Tom and Jerry will be greatly missed by all. They were great men.

June 15, 2012

Mathieu Blackston

Dave, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. All my best to you and your family.

June 15, 2012

Neal O'Brien

I was most sad to learn of Tom's passing from a close family friend yesterday. I had the honor & pleasure to serve with him in the L-1011 program, as others have noted here. My comment to his daughter's close friend was that he was an impressively class act and a total gentleman. Our family's prayers & sympathy go out to Tom's family and friends for your loss, as well as our thanks for his service to our Country and superb conduct & contribution to the Delta pilot group. God Bless Captain Deriso and comfort his family at this difficult time. I will remember him fondly.
Very Respectfully, The O'Brien Family

June 15, 2012

Tom & Vickie Avant

Susan, you and your family are in our prayers during this difficult time. May God give you His perfect peace and comfort, and may it help to know others care. Tom has left behind a wonderful legacy in your children and grandchildren; and he has touched and made a difference in many other lives. Tom & Vickie Avant

June 15, 2012

Patrick Freeman

Capt Tom Deriso,
As your simulator scheduler, I never had the opportunity before my retirement, to Thank You, for your excellent work and dedication you gave Delta Air lines and your students. It was my honor to know and work with you. THANKS for your leadership by example, and high standards, you made this a Better place. My condolences to your family. Pat Freeman.

June 14, 2012

Susan, I was deeply touched by Tom's testimony given at your Sunday School class back in May. What a difference he made in so many lives! God bless you and your family. Love and prayers, Claire Robertson Zant

June 14, 2012

CAROLYN DERISO

TOMMY ALWAYS WAS SO FRIENDLY. I AM SORRY I COULD NOT BE AT HIS SERVICES. BUT SUSAN YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IS IN MY HEART TODAY. I KNOW CHARLES IS WAITING TO GREET HIM WHEN HE ENTERS THOSE GOLDEN GATES. LOVE TO ALL CAROLYN.

June 14, 2012

Bill Bell

Susan, I am sorry that I can not make it for the funeral. I have fond memories of growing up with Tom in Americus. I am not sure that either one of us ever really grew up. We had lots of fun and while we occasionally got into trouble - it wasn't our fault. I will miss him.

June 13, 2012

Joseph Logan

Susan, Tom was a year ahead of me at AHS. I shall always remember Tom's wide smile and his sense of humor. My sister, Jo Anne, dated Jerry in the tenth grade. From the Facebook videos and his pictures here, he was a remarkable fellow. I wish I had known him after High School. May God continue to bless you and your family.

June 13, 2012

Marie (Lane)and Jerry Norton

So sorry to read about Tom's death. We went to school together in Americus. Our prayers are with your family that God will supply your every need.

June 13, 2012

Janell Binder

David,
Your father was thoughtful and caring to everyone fortunate enough to have known him. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Love, Janell, Adrienne, Ellie and Paul

June 13, 2012

Jean Moates

I always felt I knewTommy because of my friendship with his Mother. We have loved the whole family,through the years and feel your loss as you grieve for Tommy.

June 13, 2012

Carl Maples

I have never met a man like Tom. He had the biggest heart, always thinking of others. He was very passionate about a lot of things and backed up his feelings with actions. He was a dedicated man of God who served God in many ways. I am very proud and fortunate to say he was a good friend. I learned a lot from him and will miss him very much.

June 13, 2012

Jim Crookston

I worked with Tom in the L-1011 training program where he was always a class act. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

June 12, 2012

Linda Athon Hagerson

Susan and family
You're in my thoughts and prayers at this time. God bless you.

June 12, 2012

Wayne & Sandra Yeomans

Susan and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Tom. We have kept up with him through email. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tom was a fine man and will be greatly missed.

June 12, 2012

John Neal

David, I wish to convey my sincerest condolences on the loss of your father. You and your family will be in my prayers.

June 12, 2012

Ted & Patty Robinson

Susan, David and Natalie, may the Lord comfort you in your loss and the certain knowledge that Tom is now in the presence of his Savior.

June 12, 2012

Rollin Jackson

To the survivors of Tom,
The official retirement organization of Delta pilots, Delta Golden Wings, Inc., expresses their condolence to each family member. To both members and non-members of our fraternal organization, we realize the impact a family death has on each survivor. May God's will be done in the life of each survivor and may each of you honor your loved one with your best efforts in future endeavors. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this time of sadness.

Captain Rollin A. Jackson, Jr. (Retired)
Secretary/Historian, Delta Golden Wings, Inc.

June 12, 2012

Bill Avirett

Susan and Family,
Shelley and I send you our love and condolences. We are out of town but you will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time and especially on Thursday. It was an honor to know Tom as a fellow USAF Tanker driver, Delta pilot, Sunday School classmate, and good friend. His strong presence, impeccable character, and infectious smile will be missed by all of us. God Bless Tom and all of your Family. Hugs, Bill & Shelley

June 12, 2012

Jeevan Mathew

David, My condolences on the loss your father.

June 11, 2012

Thank you, Tom, for sharing life with all of us. You were fun to work with and an expert as an 1011 instructor. God bless.

June 11, 2012

David - My heart felt condolences for the tragic death of your father. May his soul rest in peace.

June 11, 2012

Mick & Bev Hartley

We met Tom and Susan for the first time at Dyess AFB back in 1971 at our first assignment after pilot training. They became like family to us, and still are to this day. To know Tom was to respect, admire, and love him. We will miss him greatly but never forget him, and the love that he had for his family, friends, God and country.

June 11, 2012

It was my pleasure to have worked briefly with Tom when he was a Second Officer Instructor on the L-1011 Tristar in the Delta Training Department. He was one of those rare folks who always had a smile on his face, and always gave more than he received. I hope your flight west was a smooth one, old friend.

Bill Gibson
Captain (Retired), Delta Air Lines

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