Obituary of Thomas E. Shingler

Thomas E. Shingler (1953) passed away suddenly at his home on April 18, 2011. Thomas was predeceased by his parents Harold and Anna Shingler, his sister Patricia Snyder, and fellow weather watcher, his father-in-law Ian Klein. Thomas leaves behind his wife Andrea Shingler who spent the last 25 years of his life loving him (more). Thomas was a loving and devoted father to Candida (Ramone) Velasquez, Thomas Shingler Jr., Thomas M. Shingler, Mathew Cochran, Amanda Shingler, and Derek (Kaitlin) Shingler. Thomas had 11 grandchildren and one great grandson. Thomas shared his life with his many siblings Butch, Ronnie, Shirley, Pam, Rick, Mary, Dee and Dunk. Thomas also leaves behind his mother-in-law with whom he shared a close relationship with. Thomas found a new lease on life while raising his granddaughter Christiana for the past two years she has been the sparkle in his eye. Thomas will be remembered most for living life on the edge. He will leave a giant whole in the lives of the ones he leaves behind. There will be no calling hours or services. To offer condolences online, visit www.wright-beard.com Andrea,Dereck and your family.I express my deepest sympathy on the untimely loss of Thomas. You will be in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Please know that if there is anything I can do to help let me know. Love to you all, Julie. To my loving brother who will be missed and loved for all time. Ronald Shingler In my Deepest sympathy to my good friend Tom You will be sadly missed and Loved as well. You were the Sunshine of many many people and I was one of them and I will always keep ya in my thoughts as well as I will always keep your family in my prayers and thoughts as well. RIP PEACE MY GOOD FRIEND AND GREAT BUDDY TOM !!!!!!!! I'LL MISS YA DEARLY BUDDY!!!!! Indiana Crowley Andrea, Derek, and Amanda, We are so so sorry. We have such great memories of all our chats and get togethers at Ripley Hill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Kenn and Janell Pease They say that time heals all hearts will not this time I think ..Were so sorry for your loss, Tom was my best friend an my brother im going to miss him dearly. Rest in peace my friend I love and miss you so muchPam Donovan Candy, So sorry babe. You hang in there, life will turn around and it will get better. It just takes time. When things seem the darkest just hold onto those that need you, your kids and family, they will help you get through this. Thinking of you, Sherry Andrea, I am so very sorry for your loss, you and the family are in my thoughts. Sherry Andrea I was shocked to read about Tom. He was a good man. Took a lot of crap from us and those he served. I pray that God and his Son give Tom their blessings. Let me know if I can be of assistance. savi. Dear Andrea and family, I really do not know what to say because this is so sudden and hard to grasp. You people are the very best, and although I haven't seen you in awhile, I think of you and your family often. Please know that I send heartfelt sympathy and love. You will always be in my heart. Pam Raney Dear Shingler Family, I just recently learned of your loss and could not believe that it was true. I am so sorry! My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. You have all been through a great deal. May you find peace and comfort through it all. Sincerely, Melissa Bramley