Thomas Joseph Ropacki

1938 - 2017

Thomas Joseph Ropacki obituary, 1938-2017, Queen Creek, AZ

BORN

1938

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery

10940 East Chandler Heights Rd

Chandler, Arizona

Thomas Ropacki Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 24, 2017.

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January 16, 2018

Family

Leigh Sirvent

Tom was like a brother to Francisco and me and he will be so missed. We have been able to spend many vacations and family gatherings with Tom and Phyllis. They were just like a big extended family. A piece of our puzzle is missing!

January 10, 2018

So sorry for your loss. I was so happy I was able to get to know my cousin a bit better a few months back. I could see how much he loved his family. He had such a positive attitude about everything, he was a joy to be with him. Thinking of all of you and wishing dear Tom, to Rest in Peace. Love, Joyce

January 5, 2018

Coworker

Lyle Schall

Susan & I extend our deepest condolences. Tom and I worked together for nearly 30 years and continued regular contact afterwards through our Lunch Bunch gatherings. Tom was a friend and he will be missed.

January 5, 2018

Coworker

John- Martine Romeo

Martine and are extending our deepest condolences, Tom was a co-worker and friends for many years.

January 4, 2018

Coworker

David Byassee

Our condolences to the family. Tom was a friend and a co-worker to all of us at Motorola. He will be missed at our retirement round table lunches.

January 2, 2018

Coworker

Roy Chandler

Our condolences to the family. After working with and around Tom for over 25 years we share your loss. Tom was a friend, a co-worker and a contributor to all of us in our success at Motorola. He will be missed at our round table lunches. Rest in Peace Tom.

Roy Chandler

January 1, 2018

Suzanne Ropacki

You made me, your daughter-in-law always feel like a cherished and loved daughter. I am so thankful for your presence in my life and our children's lives. We will hold on dearly to the wonderful memories we shared.

December 31, 2017

Friend

Bethanie Seidell

One of my favorite vendors at Firefly. Such a sweet man. You will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers to Phyllis and family.

December 31, 2017

Christy Schmittel

I was blessed to have Uncle Tom in my life. I enjoyed spending time with Uncle Tom and Auntie Phyllis in Arizona and when they came to Minnesota. The fondest memory I have is going to car shows with Uncle Tom in Arizona - thank you Uncle Tom for spending time with me. I will miss you a lot.

December 30, 2017

Denise Lang

Tom, you were such a huge presence in any room. From your deep but quiet voice to your big burly (but equally gentle) size. I liked the way you and Phyllis complimented each other in size. It was so cute. It was a deep love you had and lived. You were and always will be 2 peas in a pod. God had a plan for you .......now I

December 30, 2017

Jamie Ropacki

Miss you and love you Dad

December 28, 2017

r j

Remember him . Save your memories of
Him . Write a Diary of your recall of
what you liked Best that he said to you.
you may footnote His response.

December 25, 2017

Brayton and Connie Maggs

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We will miss Tom.

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