Tommy Halsey

Tom Halsey left this earth on Monday, May 16, 2011 surrounded by his wife, family and friends. He was born in Springfield, South Dakota and graduated from Avon High School. Tom was a “Man’s Man” in every sense of the word. He was longtime pilot, boating enthusiast, hunter extraordinaire and an excellent cook, especially when grilling at his “Camp Fire Cafe”. He was also a collector and restorer of antique tractors. Tom loved all things mechanical, especially those things with the smell of fuel and the sense of speed.

Tom was the owner of H-C-H Machine Inc. which he sold in 1988. He was a member of the QB’s of Placerville and was a past member of the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Search & Rescue Air Squadron. Tom also served in the National Guard.

Tom leaves behind his loving wife of 27 years, Denise. He was the loving father of Ron Halsey and his precious late daughter, Lori. He was the brother of Neil Halsey, Margie Jensen, Beverlee (Wayne) Everson, brother-in-law to Lance (Terry) Cola and preceded in death by his sister Bettie (Bud) Merkwan. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Tom leaves behind man’s best friend, his dog Shiloh. He will be missed by many and touched the lives of all who were lucky enough to know him.

Graveside services will be held this morning, Friday, May 20th at 11:00 a.m. at Westwood Hills Mem. Park, 2855 Cold Springs Rd., Placerville, followed by a Celebration of Life at 1:00 p.m. at the Placerville Airport. Contributions can be made to the non-Hodgkins Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Donor Services, P.O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202, www.lls.org/waystohelp or the charity of one’s choice in lieu of flowers. Friends may sign a guestbook and leave condolences at www.chapelofthepinesfunerals.co. Arrangements entrusted to Chapel of the Pines Funeral Home, Placerville.