Thomas G. “Tom” Brewer, 67, of East Van Scoter St., Hornell, died suddenly Wednesday (December 4, 2024) at Corewell Health Hospital in Wayne, MI while traveling out of state.
Born in North Hornell on March 21, 1957, he was the son of the late Gerald “Jerry” & Nancy (Girondo) Brewer.
Tom was a lifelong Hornell resident. He attended St. Ann School and was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1975).
Upon graduation, Tom enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he proudly served his country and was stationed at Shaw Air Force Base in South Carolina. He was honorably discharged August 1979 after four years of dedicated service.
After his service, Tom embarked on a career as a welder and was employed at Foster Wheeler for many years. He was then hired at the former Morrison-Knudsen (MK) in Hornell until a back injury changed his career path to education. At that time, Tom returned to school, earning an Associate’s degree at Alfred State College before transferring to Alfred University where he earned Bachelor’s degree in education. He received his Master’s degree in Education from Elmira College. Tom was employed as an elementary school teacher at the Former St. Ann School in Hornell for a number of years. He was then hired at Groveland Correctional Facility, teaching pre-GED classes until his retirement in 2022.
Tom was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and lifelong communicant of St. Ann’s Church. He loved sports, especially cheering on his son in his younger years. He was an avid NASCAR enthusiast and thoroughly enjoyed a good card game and a little gambling fun! In his younger years, Tom also enjoyed bowling and was a member of several bowling leagues. He was proud of his Bowling Hall of Fame recognition for his perfect game of 300. However, Tom’s greatest joy was spending time with his family. He was a member of the Hornell Moose Lodge #210, American Legion Post #440, and the Hornell Amvets Post #245.
On June 22, 1977, Tom was married at St. Ann’s Church to the former Jeanne Evans who survives. Also surviving is his daughter, Nicole (John Gilbert) McIntosh of Canaseraga, NY; his son, Chris (Melanie) Brewer of Hornell; 2 brothers, Mark (Richard McGowan) Brewer of Rochester and Paul (Brittany) Brewer of Hornell; grandchildren, Jenna, Julionna, David, Olivia, Sophia, Christian, & Brendan; great-grandchildren, Charlotte & Eleanor; sister-in-law, Terry (Allen) Forshee of Canisteo; brothers-in-law, Robert (Juli) Evans of Canisteo and Scott (Nancy) Evans of Hornell; beloved cousins in St. Louis; several aunts, uncles, nieces & nephews and his beloved canine companion, Jethro.
In addition to his parents, Gerald & Nancy Brewer, Tom was preceded in death by his in-laws, Robert & Patricia Williamson.
To honor Tom’s wishes, there will be no calling hours. Private services and burial will be held by the family. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 12:00 noon at the Hornell Moose Lodge, 66 Seneca St., Hornell, NY.
Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.
Memorial contributions in Tom’s name may be made to St. Ann’s Academy, PO Box 446, Hornell, NY 14843.
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