Thomas J. Farrell
December 28, 1951 – November 15, 2025
A Celebration of Tom’s Life will take place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Living Well Church, 5475 Ravine Rd, Kalamazoo, Mi. Memorial Contributions may be made to Habitat for Humanity, in c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Thomas Joseph Farrell, age 73, passed away on November 15th, 2025. Tom was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and grew up with 5 brothers and 5 sisters. He lived in Kalamazoo all his life, and enjoyed traveling and getting into mischief with friends. Tom enjoyed music, bowling, golf, and many other activities. He was constantly outdoors. Tom was quick to laugh, always joking and having fun. More importantly, he always strived to make others laugh. His joy was connecting with people and could carry on a conversation with anyone who said hello. Tom was deeply loved by his friends, family, and community.
Tom worked alongside his brother, Dave, starting a carpentry business that served the Kalamazoo community for many years. He was an exceptional carpenter and it was his biggest passion. Tom began building his lifelong home in 1985 and shortly after married his wife Linda in July of 1987. They gave life to four children and shared a beautiful 38 years of marriage.
Thomas is survived by his wife Linda and their four kids Carly, Shawn, Gina, and Molly. He is also survived by his many loved brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews.
Unfortunately, started doing tile for Tom and Dave when they were winding down their business. Tom quickly became our favorite builder to work for. He was quick of wit and fun to joke with. Feel very blessed to get to know him.
Linda and Family, Our hearts are broken with this news. Tom and I were the best of friends thru out High School at Kalamazoo Hackett now Hackett Catholic Prep. Tom and Dave built our home from the ground up on West Lake in 1984. We still spend the summers there and as the house has gotten older it is obvious that it was built with great craftsmanship. May God bless you in this time of sorrow. Ken and Jeanne Brink
Didnt know Tom well, but every contact with him was always friendly and worth a chuckle or two.. Go with God in peace. Rob
I went to Monsignor O’Brien High School and always thought Tom was a great guy, funny, witty and full of jokes. I am sure his classmates, friends and beloved family are heartbroken and will miss Tom terribly. Carry him forever in your heart.
So sorry to hear about Tom. We met Tom and Dave many years ago when they built a beautiful room over our garage. Other builders said it could not be done but Tom and Dave did an outstanding job. We not only appreciated their workmanship but enjoyed both of them everyday while building our room. Tom was professional, meticulous and humorous with a great attitude. Ray and Ali Stuut.
Tom was a great guy and we had many misadventures in high school, along with a bunch of other people. He was well liked by everyone. My dad had an high opinion of Tom after the quality cabinetry work he did for my parents. My sincere condolences.