Thomas A. McLaren, age 68, of Anaconda, Montana, passed away on August 12, 2022.
Per his request, no services are being held.
Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or share a memory of Thomas.
Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Thomas and his family.
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Steve Fisk says
Dear Rita,
I am sorry for the loss of Tom. Tom was always a kind and positive person to me. I know that my mom and dad had great respect for you and Tom. Please know that you are in my prayers.
Take care
Steve Fisk
Mike Fisk says
To Rita & Ian. I am sad for the loss of Tom.. we go way back. Our whole family is heartbroken. What a great guy! I would like to keep it short but don’t think I can.
Rita, Dad & Mom always considered you & Tom as a daughter & son. You were always part of the family at the house & we had many great adventures. Me, I always considered Tom as a big brother & have many memories.
Way back in the 70’s, we all remember the great times with Tom, fishing & hunting.. especially in that big new “SUV” you guys had. I also remember being at your house when I was in high school & with your objection Tom would let me have a couple of beers 🙂
My fondest memory is 2 camping trips through the Horse Prairie to Reservoir Lake like 2 days before everybody else showed up. Tom would make be blow up the air mattress, ( which was a new thing back then, ), in the tent because I was young & had the ability to do so. Also, at the lake he would always throw your dog Tinker in the water from like a 10 ft cliff & the dog would always swim back.
I remember him going to the Antarctica on an expedition as a plumber for a long period of time & after showing pictures, I was in awe!
I could keep going but won’t… he had a huge influence in my life & I’m sure my siblings as well. Always a good person & we’ll miss him. May God bless Tom & the rest of your family. 🥲
Mike Fisk says
Oh, I forgot to say, I’m sure Dad & Tom are right now up there playing crib 😊
Leslie Marcotte says
Dear Rita,
I am so sorry about he loss of your husband, Tom.
Bob an Cara Campbell says
Rita and Ian, Cara and I are so sorry for your loss of Tom. My memories of Tom go back to our childhood, through grade school, high school and also attending college at Western at the same time. Tom was always a great sparring partner when it came to our politics. Tom never backed down and always stood strong in his political beliefs, his belief in God and in his views of life, traits that I always admired in him. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times.
Tom Barnes says
I have lots of memories of us growing up in Dillon. Going to school together playing up the blacktail building forts just being kids. So sorry that Tom was unable to attend the class reunion, I know how badly he wanted to. Prayers go out to you.
Rick Later says
With SINCERE SYMPATHY R.I.P.
Rick & Cooky Later
Frank Walsh says
Dear Rita,
So very sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. You are in our prayerss.
Frank & Marie Walsh
Lisa L Hamilton says
May the best of memories sustain you and the family throughout this difficult time.
Rest in Peace, Tom.
Lisa L. Hamilton
Naomi Sullivan says
My dear Rita, I am so sorry to hear about Tom. It seems like I have known you and Tom forever. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you begin the journey of healing. My time spent with your Mother will always be a special memory for me. Take care and hugs from me and my family.
Gary bay says
I grew up with Tom, many memories of sledding in the winter and roommates in Missoula where he met Rita, he also built me a home when I had cancer in 2004 and would not let me pay him, my current home is a legacy to his talent, he lived with us for a season when he was working in Bozeman, and we had many conversations about our youth and times together, he wanted so bad to stay alive for the reunion, makes me so sad that he was only a week away, I take a lesson from this, live your life now!!!!!
janet huckstep says
May your memories be cherished. I new Tom only in High School. But he made a great impression
on me for kindness. Your Family is in our prayers.
Sean Murphy says
Rita.
I am sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. You are in my thoughts.
Sean
Scott Nelson says
Sorry to hear about Tom’s passing. He was a good friend in high school.
Nancy Andrus Nettik says
Rita, I’m so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Tom and I grew up together in the neighborhoods around the Dillon City Park and all through school. I had enjoyed catching up with him again through Face Book and was looking forward to visiting at the reunion. Hold close the happy memories of your years together.
Peggy Hamel says
Rita &Ian, we are so sorry, please know you are in our thoughts & prayers..
Peggy & Bob Hamel
Dan Sullivan says
Rita, my sincere condolences to you in the wake of Tom’s passing. You two hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for your friendship.
Charmaine and Ben Everett says
Rita and Ian, I was so saddened to hear of Tom’s passing, and I am so sorry he was so sick. He was a friend to me when we taught together. I will always think of him fondly. Charmaine and Ben Everett
Jason Mancoronal says
Got to work with Tom for a short period while we were employed by McLaren Plumbing what seems forever ago. So sorry for your loss.
Jill Oliphant Jasperson says
Tom was a neighbor and we grew up together in Dillon
I was looking forward to seeing him at the reunion , so sorry we missed each other. Hope to see you on the other side Tom!
Mary Ann Bolkovatz says
Rita. I’m so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Take care Rita. Mary Ann
Colleen says
I loved teaching with Tom. I also appreciate all the help with projects and moving that Tom provided. I am so very sorry for your loss Rita.
Jerrilea Archer says
My deepest sympathy & prayers ! Many Dillon memories!
Jerrilea Hawkins Aecher
Ann Jean Gates says
Many prayers for you and your family.
Jeannie & Ed Gillins says
Rita, what a great guy Tom was. Ed and I are very thankful our boys had Tom as a coach. His compassion along with his toughness was a perfect combination. He will be missed by many. May your memories bring you comfort and peace.
Susan McLaren says
Rita and Ian,
I’m so sorry for your loss and all who loved him. I was always fond of my cousin, Tom, and have such wonderful memories of our days growing up together. Several years ago, he gave me a back scratcher he had been working on in his shop class. I now look upon it as being even more special to me than it was when he presented to me. My deepest condolences to you and yours. Susan