May 29 2014 - Yesterday we were so sad to hear of Tom's death on May 6. We want to send our sincere condolences to his family at this difficult time. Tom was a dental colleague over the span of many years and he was highly respected in our profession. On occasion our paths would cross at dental meetings and Lucy and I always enjoyed those times when we had the opportunity to have a visit with both Tom and Sandy. L.K. & Lucy Croft

My deepest sympathy goes to the family and friends of Dr. Holbrook.  May memories of him bring you comfort.

I became a patient of Dr. Holbrook at age 22 and he successfully applied his techniques to save my smile.  Now 35 years later, I am still "good for 1,000 more meals", as he liked to say after my maintenance appointments.  He was a kind and gentle soul who truly cared for his patients.  May he rest in peace.

What a wonderful man and doctor. He performed one of his first surgeries on me and I still have the tooth. He is with his Saviour, wife and son. Blessed is he and us who knew him.

May 17, 2014
Tom and I were "comrades-in-arms" as we fought cancer together at Moffitt Cancer Center.  He will be remembered for his quiet dignity.  May he rest in peace.
Natalie Tryon

I was Dr. Holbrooks first dental assistant. He was truly a servant of God and lived and testified to his faith. He blessed my life and it was an honor to work with him.

Tom will be deeply remembered. His personality and professionalism draw people close to him. Although earthly apart we know by faith, someday we should meet again.

Tom is dearly missed.  He gave us so much through his good humor, his kindness and consideration of others, and the benefit of his vast and diverse experience.  His friendship, caring and company meant more to us than we could ever describe.

I was Dr. Holbrook's first dental hygienist, and he taught me much more about periodontics than I learned in school. He was totally immersed in his profession,  and wasn't satisfied with the status quo; he made improvements!  
I thought the world of him. He was truly dedicated and always a kind and caring gentleman.

The Lord blessed me with Doc as a teacher, mentor, and Godly example of compassion, and love. He will forever be in our hearts.
Angela Gillett, RDH

The world has lost a truly gentle soul.  I was a patient of his for over twenty-five years and never felt like a patient; felt like I was visiting family-the best of family. So sad to think of him gone from this earth, but know he is in a better place.  My sympathies to his family.

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My family is so saddened by the news of Dr. Holbrook's passing. Our sincere heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with his family  during their time of grief. I was a patient of Dr. Holbrooks for several years prior to moving to north Florida. He was so kind and a vey devout Christian. May he rest in peace in the loving arms of his Savior.

Uncle Tom was a really great person.  I will miss his voice on the phone and his lovely cards.  He is together with my Aunt Sandra and Ken.

Tom was always one of the best referral and professional resources I had as a general dentist.  I knew he would take wonderful, appropriate care of those I sent him and would return to my care ready to finish any projects left to do. Personal times were too few, but very enjoyable when we did have time to be together.  His personal and professional lives are a fine benchmark for all of us to aim for.  I will miss him.

My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of my cousin and lifelong friend, Dr. Thomas Edward Holbrook. Although in recent times distance prevented us from getting together very often, we spoke by telephone several times a week for several years both prior to and during his valiant struggle against an extremely challenging illness. Although I am deeply thankful  that he is now free from all pain and suffering, I miss him already..

Someone who knew Tom well once observed that there are many people who would give you the shirt off their back -- if you asked them. What set Tom apart was that he would notice that you needed a shirt!

This world has lost a fine dentist, a loving parent, a devout Christian and a truly exemplary human being. May God bless and keep him.

Dr. Holbrook exemplified the finest in character and periodontal therapy and was credit to our profession. He was a wonderful man and we will miss him.
- Dr. William T. Baldock and Family

Tom was my brother-in-law and friend. He treated me like family even after my husband Jim, his brother, passed away more than 30 years ago. Tom was fine man, wonderful husband to his beloved wife Sandy, parent to his children Ken, Sharon and David, friend to countless others, and caring companion for his close friend and companion Sandra Burke. He will be missed.

OBITUARY

Dr. Thomas E Holbrook

November 17, 1937 – May 6, 2014

Blount & Curry Funeral Home at Garden of Memories

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