Thomas Nathaniel Combs
September 17, 1923 ~ April 8, 2010
Services:
Services will be Private.
Visitation:
Family will receive friends on Monday, April 12th, 2010 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel where Prayers will be said at 7:00 PM by Fr. Joseph Sileo. Interment will be private.
Thomas Nathaniel Combs, Sr., 86, of Leonardtown, MD died April 8, 2010 in Washington, DC. Born September 17, 1923 in Great Mills, MD he was the son of the late Charles and Agnes Eva Aud Combs. Thomas was the loving husband of A. Marie Combs, whom he married on May 1st in 1947. He is also survived by his children Thomas N. Combs, Jr.(Sudy) of Callaway, MD, Bennie Combs (Bernadette) of Chaptico, MD and Glenda White (Jeremy) of Lexington Park, MD; his six grandchildren, Shelly Wathen(Danny) Thomas Combs III, Ashley Combs, Dane Hanson(Hannah), Brad Combs and Amy Hanson; Three great-grandchildren; Olivia Buzzurro, Boston Hester and Brock Hester; as well as his siblings Kitty Clark of California, MD, Roger Combs and Mary Hall both of Callaway, MD, Julia Tyler of Leonardtown, MD, Irma Hayden of Great Mills, MD, and Leona Lucas of Pennsylvania. He was preceded in death by his brother Gilbert Combs. Thomas was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County and was in the United States Army for four years and is a WWII Veteran. Thomas belonged to the VFW of California, MD and the American Legion Post 255. He was an avid gardener and enjoyed canning vegetables and building bird houses. The family will receive friends on Monday, April, 12, 2010 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM in the Mattingly-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD, where prayers will be said at 7:00PM by Fr. Joseph Sileo. Services and Interment will be private. Contributions in Memory of Thomas may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650 and/or the Second District Vol. Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 1, Valley Lee, MD 20692.
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“My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Kelly & Wayne”
“Tommy and family we were both saddened when we got the call of Tommy’s passing. He was a Great friend and we will miss him dearly if there is anything we can do just give us a call. “
“To the Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know how much he meant to you guys.”
“My thoughts and prayers are with the Combs family. Mr. Combs will be greatly missed.”
“I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Tommy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Danny and Faye “
“I am sad to loose such a good friend.”
“Tom, Bennie, Glenda and family: Son and I are so sorry to hear of Uncle Tommy’s passing. He will truly be missed. Uncle Tommy always had something funny to say. He was so happy and upbeat all the time…even when he wasn’t feeling well. We know Uncle Tommy is no longer suffering and in a much better place. He is probably in heaven now with Uncle Dish and other family members filling them in on what is going on down here. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Elaine and Son”
“I am so sorry to hear about uncle Tommy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Patty (Combs) Gary”
“Pop was a wonderful man with so much history to share. We will miss him. Our prayers are with you all. Love, Maggie”
“My deepest condolences on your loss. My thoughts and best wishes are with you.”
“I was so sorry to hear that Mr. Combs had passed away. Hold on to your memories, they will help you get thru the long days ahead.”
“My thoughts and prayers are with the family.”
“To the Combs Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“T.C. And Family I am very sorry to hear about uncle Tommy, he will be missed.”
“T .C and Family I am very sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.”
“Glenda- Please accept my condolences on the passing of your father. Losing a parent is one of the hardest things we’ll ever know, but it does get easier with time. Take comfort in the love and support of friends and family. Wishing you peace in the coming days… “
“I am truly saddened to hear of your recent loss and would like to express my sincere condolences to all of you. May the love of those around you help you in the coming days. “
“TommyJr., Bennie , Glenda and family ,our thought and prayers go out to you. Over the years Tommy and I have spent many wonderful times working together . He was very witty and had a great sense of humor . Every one was always glad to see him coming around , and enjoyed his company immensely . These fond memories of him will always be remembered and treasured in our heart . Love , Aunt Doodles and Uncle Johnny”
“TC and Family-We were saddened to hear of “Pops” passing. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything please let us know.”
“”I was so sorry to hear that Mr. Combs had passed away.””
“Bennie and Family, we are so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing, knew how much he meant to you. You always spoke so fondly of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.”
“Dear Tom Boy, Bennie Boy, and Glenda, I was really saddened upon hearing of Uncle Tommy’s death. For the past two days I have had so many memories of our “younger” years, living with all of you and the fun I felt in your home, not to mention the good food. Uncle Tommy was always so funny, I thought. In later years I didn’t see him often, but I know he always gave Dad and Virginia vegetables from his garden and fish he had caught. I know you will miss him. But I’m sure he and my Dad are up in heaven already conspiring on pulling a joke somewhere! He will always be in your hearts and memories. May God give you peace during this difficult time and may the Blessed Mother wrap all of you and your families and relatives in her lovely blue mantle. Wish I could be there to give you a hug! Love, Martha “
“Uncle Tommy was always smiling and I have the fondest memories of him…when I was a child he always lent a helping hand fixing our bikes or telling us stories…I loved when I got to come home to visit with him in his garden. One of his birdhouses sits on my deck here in Kentucky. I know he is now telling stories and having a wonderful time with Uncle Dish, Uncle Royce, Uncle Earl and all of his family members too. He was so generous and it won’t be the same not seeing him. Glenda, Tomboy and Bennie, I am praying for all of you. Love you all and miss you. Cousin Donna & her daughter, Lauren”
“Tomboy, Benny, Glenda and family: There are no words to express how deeply sorry we are for your loss………. We pray the love of God enfold each and everyone of you during your journey of grief……Suzi & Dean”
“Tomboy,Benny,and Glenda, May the God of love and mercy console you all and welcome your Dad into His heavenly home. You are in my prayers. “
“So sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
” WE LOST A GOOD PERSON AND GREAT MAN. ON JOB AND OFF JOB HE WAS GOOD TIME ALWAYs SMILING AND MAKING SURE YOU WOULD HAVE GOOD TIME. Our prayers are with you all.”
“I live in his house and keep thinking he’s going to come home.”
“Dear Tomboy, Benny, and Glenda–I was so sorry to hear about Uncle Tommy’s passing. I have the warmest feelings in my heart when I think of him and the “good old days” especially when we lived near each other. He always had a smile and something funny to say. I remember him asking me when I was six what I had learned in school that day. I said “nothing.” He said “Then why did you go?” He sure had a point. I think we all have fond memories and know that he is making them smile up in heaven. Sending love and prayers your way, knowing that Uncle Tommy is at peace and that he remains in our hearts. Love, Cindy, Matthew, and Courtney”
“Bennie, I didn’t know your father, but any man who liked to can food would be a man after my own heart. So sorry for your loss of your father.”
“TC, Bennie,Glenda and family our thoughts and prayers are with you. May treasured memories bring you peace.”
“To Glenda and Family, We are sorry to hear of your recent loss and express our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the coming days. Scott, Melissa and the rest of the BAE Team.”
“Glenda and family – My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”
“T.C. and family, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Jo Anne and Ronnie Poe”
“To Tomboy, Bennie,& Glenda, I was sorry to hear of your dads passing. I just want to share that the memories of him I recollect were all good & fun. I remember when we played little league baseball and he would be in the stands rooting, but mostly cracking jokes,while I was cracking a bat. I recall sometimes working in the same ‘new house’ around him at wildewood in the late ’70’s,& early ’80’s; me cutting carpet & pad, while he was cutting wire & jokes. I’m glad I stopped by to see him a a few months ago. There he was again cracking jokes about medicine, doctors, etc. all I could do was crack a smile and shed a tear. Now he’s gone on to tell jokes someplace else. May he rest in peace.”
“Bennie, Bernadette and family, We are so sorry for your loss. May God help you and heal you through these hard times.”
“Glenda, You and your family are in my thoughts. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies.”
“We send our prayers and thoughts to Uncle Tommy’s family. From the Hutchinson family in North Carolina. “