[Fuusm-l] Sad News

[B Lisk]

 This news is just so sad. Tom has been one of the most friendly people I have known. His outgoing conversations and smiles always brightened my spirit. I am heartbroken. The last time I saw Tom was when he handed Rev Kat and me a pair of long fuzzy house socks as we were leaving the sanctuary. The world needs more people like Tom . I shall miss him, but will always remember him as long as I can.
Brenda Lisk
    On Sunday, October 9, 2022 at 11:35:02 PM EDT, Kat Hawbaker via Fuusm-l <fuusm-l at fuusm.org> wrote:  
 
 
Sad News




A Man of Marietta has died.  Tom Sharretts (71) was a well-known figure to many in Marietta and his passing is a sad case of a cautionary tale.  Be careful to wear reflective gear and clothes if you are out at night.  For those driving automobiles in our community- You are responsible to watch for bicycles, pedestrians, and animals because you are bigger and can hurt someone. It was a terrible accident Saturday night on Route 7.




Tom suffered many health problems and challenges over the years, yet found a way to be kind, thoughtful and engaged in his wider community.  Many FUUSM folk offered rides to Tom (who didn’t drive) {Anna Prince brought Tom Sharretts and a pot of local green beans to a birthday bash in 2012-FB}.  If we didn’t offer, Tom would ask for rides to facilitate his participation and he regularly used our limited bus system to attend lectures and musical concerts of all kinds.  Tom helped to promote the cultural events of our community.




He wrote his first Letter to the Editor  (Marietta Times) in support of the Mid-Ohio Valley Players production of All My Sons - written by Arthur Miller 







In an interview about the weather Wintry Winter?  Jan. 30 2017  (posted on FUUSM 2/2/2017)

“I’d like to see more snow but I guess it’s all melted already,” he said referring to the small snowfall Marietta saw on Sunday night.  However, the clear sidewalks on Monday enabled him to walk to the library and to Marietta College for a Learning in Retirement class.




Tom asked a lot of questions in pursuit of his interests and passion for learning and history.  He told many stories of friends, neighbors & famous people of the area and loved to give birthday cards and gifts.  




His presence in our community was a great gift and we mourn his passing, even as we remember fondly his unique personality and spirit, and we will share his stories, now that he is gone.




Your minister,

Rev. Kathryn Hawbaker
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