Mr. Thomas L Palmer
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Mr. Thomas L Palmer

  • July 30, 1936 - December 12, 2011
  • Hobe Sound, Florida
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“I am glad my Uncle Tom is not suffering anymore. He had a wonderful life with the love of his life,my Aunt Helen.I know how much she will miss him (...Read More » ”
1 of 5 | Posted by: Mikie Taylor - Cashiers, NC

“Helen, It was with much sadness to read the passing of Tommy. My thoughs and prayers are with you at this sadest of times. God keep you. Rose ”
2 of 5 | Posted by: Rose Zenar

“Dad, I will always love you dearly. You were such a wonderful father and friend. I will always remember your loving advice. You are now at peace...Read More » ”
3 of 5 | Posted by: Thomas L. Palmer, Jr. - FL - Son

“Tom will be missed pancake breakfast will never be the same,my family was sad to hear of his passing.I know he is breathing easy now.Helen our...Read More » ”
4 of 5 | Posted by: Shawn Riddell - hobe sound , FL

“Tom thank you for all your teachings and hard work for the Knights of Columbus. You will be missed dearly. My God welcome you into to his Kingdom and...Read More » ”
5 of 5 | Posted by: Peter F Brennan III - Hobe Sound, FL


Thomas L Palmer, born July 30, 1936, 75, of Hobe Sound, FL, died December 12, 2011, at his residence. Tom was born in Washington, D.C. (and he was a ninth generation American). He grew up and attended Schools in Southwest Washington and Arlington, VA, and has many relatives in the D.C. Metro area. He was proud of his lineage.
He served in the United States Air Force and in 1957 he was the youngest Staff Sergeant in Europe, stationed in Germany. After four years of military service he moved to South Florida.
He was a graduate of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, BS Degree in Aero Science and A & P Technician.
Tom was a professional flight engineer, commercial pilot and A & P mechanic. He flew props and jets for many airlines and companies. His career list includes; U.S. Weather Bureau, Hurricane and Severe Storm Research, Airlift International, Southern Air Transport, National Airlines and Pan American Airways. Aircraft types included B-26, DC-4,6, and 7, Boeing 727 and Pan Am 747.
He loved airplanes and people. He traveled to many places and enjoyed learning foreign cultures and languages.
Tom lived in South Florida most of his life. He met his bride on a sandy beach in Miami. They had a good life together.
He was very active as a community volunteer. A member of the Knights of Columbus (4th degree) and The American Legion, Tom was a practicing Catholic and a member of St. Christopher Catholic Church, Hobe Sound, FL.
He is survived by his loving wife, Helen Palmer of Hobe Sound, FL, son, Tom, Jr, of Oakland Park, FL, brother, Joseph Palmer of Bowie, MD, niece, Christine Kling of Severn, MD, Jennifer Palmer of Crofton, MD and nephew, Michael Palmer of Pensacola, FL.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Lung Association National Headquarters, 1301 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Suite 800. Washington, DC 20004; Call: (202) 785-3355; http://www.lungusa.org/donate/memorial-honor-gifts/.
SERVICES: Visitation 2 PM to 4 PM and 6 PM to 8 PM , December 15, 2011 at the Forest Hills Funeral Homes - Young & Prill Chapel, Stuart. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM, December 16, 2011 at St. Christopher Catholic Church in Hobe Sound. Committal Service and Entombment will follow at Our Lady Queen of Peace in Royal Palm Beach, FL with military honors provided by U. S. Air Force.
Arrangements are under the direction of Forest Hills Funeral Homes-Young and Prill Chapel in Stuart. A guest registry may be signed at www.youngandprill.com.