Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: Micca
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 03:02 PM

It has Just been announced on Fb That Tom Passed this afternoon,another of the good friends I have made on here has passed and will be much missed by me an many others

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: Megan L
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 03:12 PM

As good a passing as could be wished for. Linn I am thinking of you tonight and over the coming days. Find peace and joy where you can and rest when you need to.

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: GUEST,Giok
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 03:14 PM

The journey continues. Bon voyage old friend,

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: GUEST,Manuel
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 03:22 PM

If Micca has it right, may Tom's soul rest in peace.

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: GUEST
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 03:29 PM

Sincere condolences, Linn.

Bruce M

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: gnu
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 03:34 PM

Linn... "Speaking of experience, Tom said the other day this he's looking forward to this...this new experience."

Have at er, Tom.

Peace and love, Linn. We are here now and in the days to come.

g

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: mg
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 03:36 PM

May he rest in peace.

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: Jeri
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 03:59 PM

He was surrounded by Linn, the love of his life, and by family and friends. I'm not making distinctions, because we were one and the same. The staff of the hospice brought chairs for musicians and there were songs and tunes. He slipped away during "Whiskey Before Breakfast", and was very peaceful. I've heard people sometimes pick their moments. I don't think that, if he HAD to go, Tom could have picked a better one.

Being there brought home the fact that Tom has been a major part of local music history, and many lives, and was so, so loved.

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Correction: the tune was "Farewell to Whiskey".

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: GUEST,Giok
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 04:01 PM

Tears

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: RTim
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 04:12 PM

Rest in Peace Tom - but enjoy the singing up there in the Great Chorus.
Condolences to Linn and all Tom's friends in and around Portsmouth NH.

Tim Radford

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: catspaw49
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 04:16 PM

A sweet passing for this man who has contributed so much,   Rest easy Tom then get on with this new adventure. Much Love to you Linn.


Spaw

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: Maryrrf
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 04:23 PM

If there is a good way to go, this was it. Linn, I'm so sorry for your loss. The love between you and Tom was evident from your posts, and you surely enriched his life and eased his passing. RIP, Tom. It sounds like you left a wonderful musical legacy in your community.

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: Stilly River Sage
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 04:24 PM

Oh! So fast! But so good to have you around and with the music. Hugs to Linn and all of you who knew Tom personally and are experiencing this hard loss.

Maggie

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: fat B****rd
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 04:25 PM

Please accept my sincere condolences, Linn.
Charlie.

Subject: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: Stilly River Sage
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 04:28 PM

From Linn Schulz on facebook:

Tom Hall has left us, but with a wealth of songs and tales.

Here is the Curmudgeon in Hospice thread with more information.

RIP Tom. Hugs, Linn

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: JudyB
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 04:35 PM

Thank you for your post, Jeri.

(((((Hugs)))))

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: maeve
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 04:35 PM

Tears and relief. Love to Linn, and to the friends and family who managed to be there today. Thank you all.

Jeri and Tami, I'm thinking of you both with gratitude. You both showed evidence of love in your actions- the simple and not-so-simple things you both did to help Linn and Tom. Thank you.

Maeve

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: Firecat
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 04:53 PM

RIP.

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: My guru always said
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 04:56 PM

Good memories of Tom, RIP. Candle lit.

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 05:05 PM

I am so sorry to hear this sad news ...
in my prayers

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: Bill D
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 05:08 PM

So good that he had friends and song to send him off to "his new experience". Those who will miss him will treasure memories of all the joys and gifts he left behind.

RIP Tom, you done good....

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: GUEST,kendall
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 05:09 PM

Well old buddy, the singarounds won't be the same without you. At this moment I'm lifting a dram in your memory. It's not Laphroaig, but it's close enough.
Sleep well.

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: Morticia
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 05:13 PM

So sorry to hear this

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: GUEST,Kendall
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 05:14 PM

I miss him already. Linn, you have my deepest sympathy.
The older I get, the more busy the Grim Reaper is.

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: kendall
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 05:17 PM

He was 10 years younger than I; that gives me pause. In the service we used to say, "It's a drill that no one is excused from."

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: Bobert
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 05:19 PM

Sniff...

B:~(

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: GUEST,Peadar (formerly) of Portsmouth
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 05:23 PM

I cannot put into words the impact Tom's mentorship and friendship has had on me. I had one last glass of Connemara poitin left and I'm currently having it and celebrating his memory. Love to Tom and Linn.

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: crism
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 05:23 PM

Linn, I am so sorry. I am grateful that I was able to learn so much from Tom; I will sorely miss him, as will the thousands of others he's taught, scolded, enlightened, entertained, and given The Look. It is good he had such wonderful company at the end, and I wish I could have been there.

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: jacqui.c
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 05:29 PM

Sad news, even though it was expected. RIP Tom. You will be missed.

Love to you Linn. Take care of yourself.

The past few days my own curmudgeon has been getting a lot more hugs.

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: Charley Noble
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 05:34 PM

Yes, Tom Hall will be sadly missed but not forgotten by anyone who ever sang with him.

Our love to you, Linn, and hugs when we see you next.

Charlie and Judy

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: GUEST
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 05:41 PM

We were privileged to have him among us. All love and comfort to you, Linn.

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: Dave the Gnome
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 05:54 PM

That really is sad. We never met but I read his postings with great interest and I will miss that.

Rest in Peace, Tom.

Dave the Gnome

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: GUEST
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 05:57 PM

I never met the man but I did hear lots about him, all good. It was about four years back that Tom began to face serious hardships that affected his mobility and music, but the combination of his courage and Linn's support created a beautiful portrait of what it means to have lived well and died well.

Bruce M

PS Rumanci told me about meeting Tom once for a short time--ten/fifteen minutes--and they talked about English concertinas. She says the man knew his stuff and parenthetically he mentioned what a bugger they are to play at times. Doesn't get much better than that if you ask me. Rest well, Tom.

BM

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: SINSULL
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 06:01 PM

Rest easy, Tom. You have earned it.
Mary

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: KT
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 06:01 PM

Rest in Peace, Tom. Heartfelt sympathy to you, Linn....

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: mouldy
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 06:17 PM

Sweet dreams, Tom. You have earned your rest.

Every sympathy to Linn, and all who are directly affected by his passing.

Andrea xxxxxxxxxxx

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: RoyH (Burl)
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 06:20 PM

Rest in Peace Tom. All sympathy to you Linn, from roy & Elaine Harris.

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: LilyFestre
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 06:24 PM

Rest in sweet, sweet peace Tom.

And Linn......all my love and deepest sympathies.

XOXOXOX

Michelle

Subject: RE: Curmudgeon In Hospice - [update 13 November]
From: MaineDog
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 06:25 PM

Very sorry to hear this.. One of the benefits of modern medicine is that the unfortunate can have a reasonable life intil very near to the end. Tom did well.
I knew him only from a few sessions at Mary's, but I will miss him. Linn has been an angel, and deserves love from all of us.
Jim

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: ranger1
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 06:26 PM

I don't have the words yet. I am honored that I was there to help sing him on his way, and I will miss him terribly. Going to go bawl for a while and eat lots of chocolate now.

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: Noreen
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 06:43 PM

My heart goes out to you, Linn, and to everyone who loved Tom.

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: Rapparee
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 06:43 PM

Another singer was needed Elsewhere. Take courage, Linn. Remember the good times, the way he sang. He'll always be there.

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: GUEST,Dani
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 06:54 PM

Hugs winging their way through the cold night to you Linn, and to Tom's friends, those able to be with him, and those far away.

How wonder-ful that he could be surrounded by so much love and support. I don't suppose I"ll ever hear "Whiskey Before Breakfast" the same again : )

Dani

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: Leadfingers
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 06:58 PM

Another Catter I never met , and now never will ! My loss is not as great as yours , Linn

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: gnu
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 07:03 PM

r1... "Today, I sat with my friends Tom and Linn, and a bunch of other friends at the hospice where Tom was. He passed amid friends who sang him on his way."

Imagine that! He passed with many friends by his side. Singing! Oh, Tom. You lucky man. We should all be so blessed.

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: billybob
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 07:10 PM

Linn

just sending love

we have followed this thread and though we never met we feel we know you and Tom through your words and the love you shared.

sending all our love, and wrapping you in strength and friendship,
God bless you and Tom.

Wendy and Billy xxxxxx

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: artbrooks
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 07:11 PM

Jenn and I are very sorry to hear this news. One never knows what to say. Take care.

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: Bat Goddess
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 07:17 PM

Thank you, Maggie, for starting this. Tom wrote obits for altogether too many of our friends, but I guess I'll have to write his. But not tonight.

Thank you all so much for the outpouring of condolences, great memories, tributes, hugs, love and comfort both here at Mudcat and at Facebook. The hardest thing for me right now is knowing that I can't read all of these posts to Tom.

I'm reading here and at Facebook right now, but I won't be posting much for a little while. Maybe tomorrow. I'm...I'm...I don't know what I am. I'm tired, relieved, teary, laughing at good memories, talking to the cats, making lists, but most of all, grateful that Tom had a gentle, beautiful death surrounded by friends and music. I am so, so grateful for our many friends.

I need some quiet time tonight...to read, absorb, let the tears wash some of the cares and worries out of my system...

I've never been a widow before. And they forgot to give me a script... But I have a wealth of friends.

Linn

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: AllisonA(Animaterra)
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 07:30 PM

Bless you, Linn. We're here when you need us. You know that.

I only met Tom a few times over the many years but always was touched by his kindness, his musicianship, his sense of humor, his intelligence... go well, good man.

Subject: RE: Obit: Tom Hall (Curmudgeon) Nov. 14, 2013
From: Larry The Radio Guy
Date: 14 Nov 13 - 07:31 PM

I'm so sorry to hear this. I enjoyed his posts. Rest in peace.