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Thomas Olmstead Obituary

Thomas Olmstead

Thomas Olmstead, age 60; loving husband of Lisa Olmstead, nee O'Malley; beloved son of the late Frederick and Margaret Olmstead; dear brother in-law of John (Jacqueline) and Joan O'Malley; dearest uncle of Megan (Monique Abbate), Sean, and Johnny O'Malley; fond nephew of Kay Ziliak; cherished cousin and friend to many, including Peggy Born and family.

Visitation Wednesday, November 19th 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Thursday, November 20th 9:30 a.m. from Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan Funeral Home, 4343 Main St. (1 blk. S. of Ogden) Downers Grove to Divine Savior Church. Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Private.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to Les Turner ALS Foundation of Chicago, www.lesturnerals.org , appreciated.

Published by Suburban Life Publications on Nov. 19, 2014.
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To Thomas's family, I am his Aunt Kathy from Oregon. I knew Thomas when he was about 3 years old and I was 19 and visiting my Illinois family.
At the time, I remember that he liked to push his mama's buttons and his favorite retort was always "So what, who cares"
I was searching for him today and was dumbfounded and saddened to find this Obituary. My deepest condolences to his family. I am Kathy Edwards and Margaret (Peggy) Olmsted was my mother Eileen"s younger sister. My name is now Kay Hudlett

January 24, 2016

I just heard of Tom's passing from a mutual friend. I use to cruise Archer Avenue on Chicago's southwest side with Tom and a group of street cruisers/racers in the early 1980's. Tom had a passion for American Muscle Cars and his 1974 "California Dreamin" Pontiac Firebird was one beautiful ride. My thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences to Tom's family.

Vic Baltusis

December 11, 2015

We will miss you, Tommie. I loved sharing car stories with you and Mary and I enjoyed our walks with you and Lisa and our doggies. You were a true friend and a great human being. May you rest in peace.
Ron & Mary, Green Valley,Arizona

November 19, 2014

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Staff of Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan

November 19, 2014

BYE TOM!
You will be missed and not forgotten!

Don DiVito

November 17, 2014

Lisa,
WE are so sorry for your loss. WE have many great memories to share, and we know we will see Tom again, in Paradise.
With love, and prayers, Lynn, Marvin, Marvin Jr. and Kim Minarich

Lynn Minarich

November 17, 2014

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Nov

19

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan Funeral Home - Downers Grove

4343 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515

Nov

20

Funeral

9:30 a.m.

Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan Funeral Home - Downers Grove

4343 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515

Nov

20

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Divine Savior Church

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4343 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515

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