Thomas Cline

Tom was a member of the honor guard as a member of I think the air force that marched in the parade opening the Mackinaw Bridge in June, 1958. He and the rest of the honor guard visited the William E. Crane cottage and shared the fun memories of activites of their visit to Mackinaw. I have fond memories of that and other events with the Cline family from early childhood, as dad was their lawyer and he took a big interest in Tom's becoming a lawyer.

I worked for Wickes Lumber from 1959-1978 starting at Elkhorn, Wisc., managing Galesburg, Il. and District Mgr. Tom was always ready to share advice when asked. Jerry Erskine Lebanon, Indiana

Tom and I shared lunch many times as part of the Rotary Club of Saginaw - Downtown. I feel the picture chosen for this LIfe Tributes page perfectly summarizes him - smiling, gentle, friendly, sharing cheers... thanks Tom, for inspiring me to do more good.

I first had the pleasure of meeting Tom when I worked for Wickes; he was always upbeat. I later would occasionally run into him when I worked for the Public Libraries of Saginaw when was either gathering reading material or doing research at Hoyt Library. It was always nice to see him and to say hello. My condolences to his family and may special memories provide comfort to you. Deborah Sanchez

Tom and Joanne were good friends with me and my late wife, Judy. Tom was always there for advice in my business dealings. The four of us spent a few days in Las Vegas investigating a company that I was interested in purchasing. We enjoyed the trip and I took his advise and walked away from the purchase. Jim Hayes, Sr.