It is with the deepest sadness that I'm passing along the news of Tom's death.
Tom died on Thursday and his obituary is in the Saturday (weekend) Gazette (ed. note: see the notice here). For the older Alumni and friends on this list you will remember that Tom and May were instrumental in the foundation of UMass rowing. They were often referred to as "other parents" of UMass crew and gave inspirational and financial support over their many years. In 1995, Tom convinced then Athletic Director Bob Marcum to elevate Women's rowing to varsity status. Tom was a happy man while in his single on the Connecticut River and May was always close by painting her water colors of UMass rowing teams. They will be missed and always in our hearts.
James W. Dietz