My wife, Jan Palmer has passed away.

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Bob Watson
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Tom, my deepest condolences go out to you and your family.
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So sorry to hear of your loss Tom. Condolences to you and the family.
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Tom I am so sorry for your lose... we have so much to look forward to when Christ comes to take his children home... where pain and suffering and death no longer exist.
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Our heartfelt thoughts for you, Tom.
Nickie has lost its sister pianist Joelle there a year later and the same long ordeal.
She has resumed its instruments after a long depression "Music makes things not only easy to remember but hard to forget ..."
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Tom, sorry to hear this......God's peace be with you.

Rick
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My most sincere condolences. Tom, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

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Condolences. Sad but I see a lot of that here in Florida with the large number of retirees (me included).
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Very sorry for your loss.
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Tom, sorry to hear this. I am certain that you were the best caregiver and partner. Hope to speak with you soon. All the best,
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Sorry to hear this Tom our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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Tom, I am so very sorry for your loss; I know there are no words to comfort at a time like this. I do know that Alzheimer's is a truly devastating illness and I am deeply saddened to hear of your beloved wife's passing. May God comfort you during this time and give you the peace that surpasses our finite understanding. You and your family will be in my prayers. May God bless, Roger :(
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My condolences on your loss !
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Heartfelt sympathy, Tom, my friend.
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God bless Tom, I know you worked very hard taking care of her. Prayers for you and your family.

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Tom

I've only just seen this post. We're so sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences to you and the family.

Barbara and Gerry Hogan
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My heart is with you amigo.
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My condolences Tom. I know what its like to take care of a loved one.
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Tom, I am saddened by your loss.
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Tom. I know she has been a big part of your support to the Steel Guitar community with your great products. So sorry for your loss Tom.
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Just a not on what kind of person Tom is. I had my email hacked and the first message was believable in that it just said I needed some help. Tom got one of these messages and even though he was in the middle of what was happening in the passing of his wife he still took the time to call me to check to see if I was OK. Wow, Tom, that's something that will remain with me for a long time. You are a class guy and our prayers and thoughts are with you......God bless.......clark
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My sincere thanks for your thoughts and prayers

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Thank you all for your thoughts, prayers, and condolences. I really appreciate your support and friendship.
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Clark Doughty wrote:Just a note on what kind of person Tom is. I had my email hacked and the first message was believable in that it just said I needed some help. Tom got one of these messages and even though he was in the middle of what was happening in the passing of his wife he still took the time to call me to check to see if I was OK. Wow, Tom, that's something that will remain with me for a long time. You are a class guy and our prayers and thoughts are with you......God bless.......clark
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I'm very sorry for your loss Tom. It's difficult to lose someone to this terrible disease, the person is in your presence but not really here. Tom, being a caregiver is a tough job and you did everything you could. Be Blessed my friend.
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Hello Tom ,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of separation .
Been down that road 13-15 years ago.Not easy.
However , we have the assurance of meeting again.
Blessings to you and your family .

In H I S Name
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Tom, may you draw strength from the Lord during this most difficult time. Your friend, Mort
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