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Old 08-22-2012, 05:41 AM   #1
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Todd, is that the guy that helped you put together an engine during Indy, so you could make first round?
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Old 08-22-2012, 07:45 AM   #2
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RIP Tom. A good man and engine builder...
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Old 08-22-2012, 08:18 AM   #3
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Yes Jim, he worked with me for 2 days in 90+ degree heat to get another engine back in the car. We had to finish a shortblock, fix 4 bent valves in the heads, and built an oil pan. At 70 years old. He was great, and the only reason I made it back. It was an experience I'll never forget. Just wish I could of held up my end by getting past first round. I only got to know him for a short time, but he left a lasting impression on me that I'll always remember. RIP Tom, and God speed..

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Old 08-22-2012, 10:00 AM   #4
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As you can see by the shirts and the decal on the fender. Tom was one of the best back in the day many good and fast racers used his shop.

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RIP old friend. You will be sorely missed by the racing community.
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Old 08-22-2012, 10:24 AM   #6
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Prayers and thoughts for Tom and his family...Recall seeing his shop mentioned with many racers on the National Records page in Dragster over the years...and on many Div-3 cars as well when I ventured there...

Think he was Truman Fields engine source during his hey-day......
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Old 08-22-2012, 07:01 PM   #7
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Thomas W. Age 72. Went to be with his Lord August 20, 2012. Visitation Sat., Aug. 25, 2012 from 11AM until time of service at 1PM, at Christ Fellowship at Little Miami, 172 East US Route 22 & 3, Maineville, OH 45039. See shortenandryan.com





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Old 08-22-2012, 08:20 PM   #8
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Yes Jim, he worked with me for 2 days in 90+ degree heat to get another engine back in the car. We had to finish a shortblock, fix 4 bent valves in the heads, and built an oil pan. At 70 years old. He was great, and the only reason I made it back. It was an experience I'll never forget. Just wish I could of held up my end by getting past first round. I only got to know him for a short time, but he left a lasting impression on me that I'll always remember. RIP Tom, and God speed..
He sounds like he was a racer`s racer for sure!
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Old 08-24-2012, 11:18 AM   #9
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Tom was not only an incrediable engine builder, machinest, and racer but also an incrediable man. I was lucky enough to work at Ellison Racing engines with him for a few years and he became a father figure to me. He always knew what to do and say. I was and still am truly honored to have known him.
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I would like to thank everyone for the such kind words that you all have for my uncle.

My Uncle was a truely blessed man, and we were all blessed for having him in our lives.
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