Tom Alex Twining

Birth date: Nov 10, 1954 Death date: Jul 30, 2023

Tom Alex Twining, age 68, passed away on Sunday morning, July 30, 2023, after a long battle with cancer surrounded by family. He was born on November 10, 1954, in Muskegon, MI, to Ivan and Maxine (Carlson) Twining and was a lifelo Read Obituary

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Ingrid Coughlan

111w ago

in honor of Tom.

Oh, Tom… It must now be approximately 20 years ago when I took that lesson in your studio. You made me kick a dummy, again and again and again, until I kicked the bejayses out of that poor object. You praised me as if I had merited the Nobel prize. You sure could motivate people, it was so much fun. It’s really unfair that you had to go that early.
Rest in peace, Tom, greetings from old Ingrid in Germany, who had the pleasure of meeting you just a few times, but won’t forget you.

A lighted pale blue candle with a small white flower and a few leaves at its base, set against a soft blue background.

Ella

116w ago

Rest easy with the Father my friend. Until we meet again.

Nick Wisniewski

119w ago

Master Twining, I learned many things from you. Wish I could have learned more. Your wisdom always helped, from the dojo to the volleyball court. You will be missed Sensei.

Liberty

119w ago

in honor of Tom.

Although he is not Tom has always been a family member for as long as I can remember. Not only was he there for so much of my families lives he was my Dads BEST FRIEND. Tom was a outgoing, adventurous man. He loved karate, dance and his family. Every time I seen him there was a hug and a Hi Libby. My dad and Tom did their ritual coffee dates, dancing, parties in the park and so much more. I will miss seeing his smiling face when we come into town and I am sending love to the family and my dad during this difficult time.

Charles W Stonex

119w ago

I remember growing up together and the times we had exploring the woods behind the house on Stratsberg. We would follow the highway fence to Blacks Creek always watching for quick sand and water snakes. You taught me how to shoot a bow and your BB gun at the time. I remember going to the celery flats for a free snack and usually coming home with a big paint turtle. Your mom would give us a metal bread box to keep it in. Eventually they always disappeared mysteriously. We almost always had pan cakes for lunch. You were more like a little brother than a cousin. I remember how every time we would get into a fight, your dad, my Uncle Ivan would make us go out side and settle it. Then you learned karate and we suddenly got a long a whole lot better. God bless you Tom. I can only hope and pray that in all of the good things you did, you took the time to know Jesus. Maybe we can meet again in heaven.

Chuck

Renee Farber

119w ago

Tom has taught me beginner self defense, and invited me in the community of dancing,where I met most of my dance family. We would practice together and argue about who was doing it wrong. He will forever be missed...my good friend.

Norbert J Kelsey

119w ago

shocked, saddened to hear of his passing. Last saw him in 1973 @ MCC with ernie lieb.. my deepest sympathies to his family, friends and our karate community. Norb kelsey 1st dan shorin ryu

Sam Snoeyink

119w ago

A great man that will truly be missed. There is great comfort knowing that he is Home with our Lord and Savior and it's not "goodbye", but "see you later."

Rhonda Frank

119w ago

To my Uncle Tom, you’ve have taught me to be kind and treat everyone as you would want to be treated. I’ll never forget how you always told me, how great of a daughter I was for taking great care of my mom. I learned it from you.You were the kindest and loving man I have ever known.So full of life, you made such an impact on so many people and you never realized it. You are loved and missed by everyone. RIP Uncle Tom

Michael Stonex

119w ago

Thank you Tom for the many times you had to drag me along not only growing up. But at the Cabin days too. I am sure many times you would just a soon not. But did it anyways. I will be forever grateful for those day's. I know the times you and I would talk about it we would joke about it now. RIP Tom. My Cousin. And most importantly My friend. I will never forget those days. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. One of those souls I wish we could talk just one more time.

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