In loving memory of

Thomas James Marion

PHOENIX - Thomas James "Tom" Marion, 59, a resident of Goodyear passed away unexpectedly on August 11, 2020. Tom grew up in the Sunnyslope area and attended Sunnyslope High School where he played baseball and basketball. He then attended Glendale Community College on a basketball scholarship. Tom worked in the automotive and transportation industries and was an avid dirt bike rider. Despite several injuries, he continued to ride well into his 50's. He cherished his pets particularly Buddy his beloved Rottweiler rescue puppy. Tom is survived by his brother Bill Marion (Lori) of Klamath Falls, Oregon and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews in the Phoenix area, Seattle and Chicago. A celebration of Tom's life will be held at 11:00 am on Sunday, October 4th, 2020 at Hansen Desert Hills Mortuary, 6500 E. Bell Rd, Scottsdale. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to One Step Beyond, Services for People with Intellectual Disabilities at https://osbi.org/

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Beth Steffanelli wrote on Sep 20, 2020:

"So sorry to hear about Tommy?s passing. You are in our thoughts. Paul & Beth "

Darryl Einsele wrote on Sep 19, 2020:

"Tom was not only a coworker, he was a friend for over 25 years. We spent allot of time talking about cars and dirt bikes, met up and walked around car shows and swap meets. It\'s sad that he\'s gone at such a young age and will be greatly missed."

Ina Daly wrote on Sep 19, 2020:

"I had the pleasure of working with Tom and becoming his friend too. He was very professional in his work and encouraged the same from his coworkers. Like the sports that he loved playing, he believed in striving for excellence. We were all better because of his example. Away from work, he was a very kind friend. He once picked up my daughter and took her to see a science exhibit, to which she still has fond memories of. I mostly remember the great conversations about softball, his motocross adventures, dogs, home improvements, and his favorite musicians. Tom was a true gentleman and also a person who was willing to help anyone, anytime. To his family, Tom was a great person that you should be proud of. Know that his friends and coworkers are missing him and we feel your pain, but Tom is at peace now. He had a good life too. RIP Tom and thanks for all the years of your kindness. "

Sandra Fuentes wrote on Sep 16, 2020:

"Those special memories of you I will always cherish and hold forever in my heart. I am deeply saddened by the tragic loss of you Tom. You was always a phone call away. To never be able to have those long conversations or see you again fills me with emptiness and pain. You blessed me with your HUGE heart and unconditional love. It was a huge honor to have you in my life my dear friend, best friend, my family ?. Rest in Paradise? ? I LOVE YOU TOM JAMES MARION?"

Sandra Fuentes wrote on Sep 16, 2020:

"Those special memories of you I will always cherish and hold forever in my heart. I am deeply saddened by the tragic loss of you Tom. You was always a phone call away. To never be able to have those long conversations or see you again fills me with emptiness and pain. You blessed me with your HUGE heart and unconditional love. It was a huge honor to have you in my life my dear friend, best friend, my family ?. Rest in Paradise? ? I LOVE YOU TOM JAMES MARION? Sandra Fuentes"