CURRENT CELEBRATIONS

Thomas John Diemer

It’s five o’clock somewhere. Tom was social, loving a good happy hour and having parties at his home whenever possible. And when out he’d interact with random strangers. Whenever Tom arrived, laughter and smiles would follow. He loved to entertain: brightly colored clothing all the way down to his socks (he wasn’t overly concerned if it all matched) and sometimes complemented by a red nose. If you wanted to partake in the red nose fun, he’d probably have a couple on hand for you. His career was wonderfully meandering; why limit yourself to one career when you can take a shot at just about anything. He had an entrepreneurial spirit and jobs that ranged from selling doors and paper to managing gas stations to creating a volleyball center. He was raised without a dog but didn’t make the same mistake as an adult; a four-legged friend constantly at his side. He volunteered at the Indian King Tavern Museum; he stretched the truth a little as he gave tours, but no one ever had more fun. He was a 1962 graduate of Camden Catholic, resided in Collingswood most of his life and was a member of the 65 and older clubs in Haddonfield and Collingswood.

He’d be a part of a wedding party that included a pretty girl named Maragaret. He’d win her over and ask her to the movies. They’d share a 55-year marriage blessed by a son, Michael (Amy). He is survived by his sister, Hope (Bob) Doherty and Mary Conte, many cousins, nieces and nephews and his dog, Jenny.

Come celebrate 81 great years Thursday 9-11 a.m. at Hinski Tomlinson Funeral Home, 81 North Haddon Ave, Haddonfield and tell a great story about Tom at the 11 a.m. service. Interment Locustwood Cemetery, Cherry Hill. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Heart Association (heart.org) will be appreciated.