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Vergennes & Bristol, Vermont

Brown Mcclay Funeral Homes

Thomas E. Tremblay

                Thomas E. Tremblay of Addison formerly of Waitsfield passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at his home in Addison.

                He was born on December 29, 1953 in Montpelier the son of J. Edgar and Sally Wimble Tremblay.

                He was a member of The Boy Scouts of America. He also served in the United States Navy for 6 years (4 yrs active & 2 yrs reserve duty). 
                His hobbies were racing snowmobiles in his younger life,  racing stock cars briefly, coaching girls softball, going to local basketball games, nascar racing & watching TV. Tom totally loved it when we went to southern Maine. He so enjoyed the food especially the best thick creamy clam chowder. 

               Thomas is survived by his wife Debra Tremblay; daughter Kari Ann Tremblay; godchildren Anna Kelly and Riley Brown; sister Rita Jane “Tremblay” Viens in Florida; sister-in-law Janet Brown (Chuck) and Lester R Miller Jr (Regina) in Virginia as well as an uncle, aunts, nieces, nephews and many cousins.

                Instead of flowers, memorial contributions would be appreciated to TLFRS (Town Line First Responders Squad), PO Box 82, Bridport, VT 05734 or to Homeward Bound (Addison County’s Humane Society), 236 Boardman St, Middlebury, VT 05753.

                Due to COVID the family regrets that attending the service will be by invitation only. To send online condolences to his family please visit www.brownmcclayfuneralhomes.com

26 Responses

  1. Tom, your smirk and your joking will be missed. Your personal struggle and reaching a huge goal will always be a source of pride for all who knew you. Rest In Peace dear friend. You will be missed. Steve and Lynn

  2. Tom will be missed dearly. Since we met he became my closest friend in the area and someone I could always talk to. We had a lot in common and could share literally anything that we needed to with each other. Tom had a unique way of seeing things. He always told me, whenever I was struggling with something, “It is what it is”. I’ll miss our conversations about life with him in the tree swing and me sitting at the vase of the maple in the yard. Rest in peace my friend. Deb, be sure we are here for you.

  3. Tom was one of my very best and closest boyhood friends. His Mom and Dad were heart of the earth people and close too with my parents. Mr. Tremblay (Edgar) instructed Scout merit badges and Sally, Tom and Jane’s Mom often drove my mother to her chemo appointments when needed. Real small town friendships. A truly wonderful family. We went to grade school together, enjoyed Boy Scouts and summer camps, and skiing at Mad River. As happens in life, our adult paths headed in different directions. But when, on occasion, we would meet at local markets, he always had that wonderful friendly smile and we would get caught up as if we were still waiting for the next merit badge meeting or next chair-lift ride. Paths diverge but, I suspect, so will they meet again.

  4. Deb, I’m so so so sorry to hear about Tom’s passing. I think of both of you often and our time at National Life. Many good memories. I can still see Tom coming to your cubical to see you. I’ll never forget the time I wore his Navy Uniform for out YMCA halloween party and the National Life Christmas parties. I miss you dearly Deb and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Someday we have to have a “Rewrite” reunion. Love to you and all the Family. Becky & George Diedrich

  5. Debbie, Kari, and your family. I am so sorry for your loss…my heart hurts for all of you. Tommy was a wonderful person and he will certainly be missed. Always kind, always willing to talk about racing, and just an all around great human being. May he rest in peace, and God bless you all.

  6. Deb, Janie, and family – I am so shocked and saddened to learn of my friend Tom leaving us. I have so many memories of our time together and fun and laughter are in each one of those. May all of your loving memories of this great man help you through the hard times ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. RIP Tommy…I love you man ! .

  7. Debi & Family,
    We were so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. The many memories of racing and the memories of growing up here with Tom in the Valley, will also be forever in our memories. May his love that he left you in your heart and all the good times carry you through t his difficult time. Loves and Hugs to you!

  8. Deb
    I am so sorry for your loss. Tom was a good man he will be missed. If you need anything please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me. Sending love and prayers.
    Carole Chapin Sollace

  9. I am so very sorry for your loss😥My prayers are with you at this sad time. My condolences to the family.

  10. Deb I am so sorry for Tommy’s passing. I send my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Not sure if you are still at National Life but I would like to keep in touch.

    Becky (St.John) Hall

  11. Debbie,
    Dan and I were so sorry to hear about Tom’s passing. We think of you often and the good times we had. Tom always made me laugh at work. I remember his pipe smoking.
    Take care
    Vickie and Dan

  12. Deb, I’m so sorry to hear about Tom. Please know I’m thinking of you and praying for you and your family.

  13. Deb, my sincere condolences. I have GREAT memories from days gone by and thoroughly enjoyed Tommy’s positive attitude, love for life, the races, but mostly that smile! He surely will be missed and prayers are with you and the family.

  14. Deb I am so sorry to hear about Tom! My thoughts and prayers to you and your whole family. I will always remember our gab sessions when he’d have to come work on the plumbing in the kitchen. He knew that system inside and out.
    Pat & Richard Gile

  15. Dear Deb, Kari, and Extended Family’,
    We were saddened to hear of Tom’s passing. I got to know both of you and your daughter from working at Mehuron’s for so many years. Tom always had a smile and something to say, he was a great guy. He will be missed by many that knew him. Always cherish the memories you have of him. His spirit will live on in all of you. Rest in Peace, Tom!

  16. The coldest I have ever been in my life was coming back from Thunder Road in the back of Tom’s pickup. This was around 1970. I can recall attending a snowmobile race that he was in. Tom was always moving …. exciting to be around. Now he journeys to a great place.
    My deep condolences go to those most affected by Tom’s passing especially his sister, Jane.

  17. Kari, I was sorry to hear of you father’s passing. It has been a long time since I’ve seen you but from time to time we some of the adventures of Megan and Kari. Please know that you are are thought of often.

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