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Thomas W. Cartwright

Thomas W. Cartwright
  • March 11, 1942 - October 13, 2019
  • Fort Wayne, Indiana
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“Sorry to hear about Tom.We worked together at the railroad.I was in Branson,Mo and didnt know until the 16th.My sincere condolences to the family...Read More » ”
1 of 10 | Posted by: GAHE GIESSLER - FORT WAYNE, IN

“I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was a great man and will be sorely missed by many.When I was married to Michelle and in the Navy, Tom was...Read More » ”
2 of 10 | Posted by: John Fiig - ELGIN, TX

“I'm so sorry for ur loss Ginny. You are in my thoughts and prayers ”
3 of 10 | Posted by: Deb Jones - Fort Wayne - Friend

“Darlene, I am so very sorry for the loss of you father. ”
4 of 10 | Posted by: Mona Andrachik - New Haven, IN

“So sorry to hear of Tom's passing ,Ginny and I have been friends for many years also work together my sincere condolences and prayers go out to all...Read More » ”
5 of 10 | Posted by: Eva Torres - Ft Wayne Ind

“Rest in peace Thom. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. ”
6 of 10 | Posted by: Teresa Lewis - FtWayne, IN

“Sorry for your family's loss. ”
7 of 10 | Posted by: Kim Zimmerman - Columbia City, IN

“You will be sorely missed. ”
8 of 10 | Posted by: Steve Conley - Fort Wayne, IN

“Love you dad...........always ”
9 of 10 | Posted by: Darlene Stephens - FORT WAYNE, IN

“I'm so grateful I was able to speak and see my dad one more time just 2 days prior to his passing. He was in good spirits and joking like always. ...Read More » ”
10 of 10 | Posted by: Darlene Stephens - Fort Wayne, IN


  • A young Tom, Michelle on his lap, me (Darlene) next to my dad and aunt Elizabeth, dad's youngest sister,

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Thomas W. Cartwright, 77, passed away Sunday, October 13, 2019 in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born in Fort Wayne to the late Charles and Mary E. Cartwright. Tom served honorably in the United States Navy and worked as a driver for Resenberg Company, Waste Managements, and Norfolk Southern. Tom married Virginia M. Quirk on July 16, 1977 and she survives. Tom enjoyed trains and had a large collection. Surviving are his children, Darlene Cartwright, and Michelle Cartwright, and Lakiesha Cartwright; six grandchildren; sister, Liz; and fur baby, Samara. Tom was also preceded in death by siblings, Robert Cartwright, Bill Cartwright, Ed Cartwright and Donna. Funeral service 1:00 pm Friday, October 18, 2019 at D.O. McComb and Sons Foster Park Funeral Home with calling one hour prior to the funeral service. Visitation also from 2-4pm and 6-8pm Thursday, October 17, 2019 at D.O. McComb and Sons Foster Park Funeral Home. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Diabetes Association. To sign the online guestbook please visit, www.domccombandsons.com.