Thomas F. Onderdonk

April 18, 1937 ~ December 01, 2021

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Thomas F. Onderdonk, 84, of Vero Beach passed away on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at the VNA Hospice House. Tom, as he was more affectionately known, was born April 18, 1937 in Rochester, New York to Harold and Marion (nee’ Burris) Onderdonk. He worked for as a machinist for General Motor. Following his retirement he and his wife, Kathleen “Kay”, relocated to Vero Beach 7 years ago. In his spare time Tom enjoyed camping, traveling, and watching NASCAR races both live and on television. It was his family that Tom cherished most. He loved taking care of the kids, grandkids and great-grandkids; vacationing with family; and upon moving to Vero he could usually be found helping out at the family business. Tom was active in the “Walk to Emmaus” events. He was a member of First Methodist Church in Vero Beach where he provided security, and he and Kay were members of the Couples Life Group. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Kay L. Onderdonk; sons, Scott (Clara), Robert (Susan), John (Teri), Don (Linda), and Michael (Julie); daughters, Cheryl (Doug), Susan (Anthony), Catherine, Pamela, Lisa (Scott), Patricia (Bobby), Barbara, Margaret (Joseph) and Danielle; a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, and foster children. The family will be holding services at First Methodist Church in Vero Beach. Memorial contributions may be made to VNA Hospice House, 901 37th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960 or First Methodist Church, 1750 20th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960.

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Catherine Edwards

December 3, 2021, 10:44 pm

I love you to the moon and back Dad!!!

Gail Thorpe

December 3, 2021, 11:41 pm

Thinking of you Bob & Sue, and of course all of Bob’s family. Many Prayers for strength during such a difficult time.
Love,
Gail & Doug

Marie Sauer

December 4, 2021, 12:08 pm

Our deepest sympathy to the family!
May God comfort you during this time of sorrow.
Sending prayers and love!

Adele Cook

December 4, 2021, 2:05 pm

Kay and family, so sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with you.

Lissa Goodenberger

December 5, 2021, 11:19 pm

Emily and Kay,

May he finally rest in peace. Holding both of you and the family in my heart.

Lissa

Leslie & Mike Scialdone

December 6, 2021, 1:48 am

Dear Kay and Emily, Sending much love and praying for all of your family. Remembering many good times with Tom and you. Mike enjoyed working with Tom on the board of trustees at church in NY and always loved their talks. God bless you all. Leslie and Mike

Leslie and Mike Scialdone

December 6, 2021, 1:59 am

Dear Kay, Emily, and family,

Sending love and soaking you in prayer. Mike enjoyed the talks he and Tom had, and loved working with him on the board of Trustees at church in NY. God bless you all. Leslie and Mike

Fred Dugan

December 7, 2021, 4:49 am

I’ve known the Harold and Marion Onderdonk family since 1946. Tom, His brothers Dan and David. I have total admiration for all. I send my sincere condolences to all family members for the passing of Tom. Tom had an outstanding of sense humor like his brothers.. May he Rest In Peace..

Fred Dugan

December 7, 2021, 5:09 am

I’ve known the Harold and Marion Onderdonk family since 1946. I lived a few doors down from them. As a young a kid, Tom, his brothers Dan and David were always kind to me. They all had an outstanding sense of humor and enjoyed teasing me. Their parents were a class act.. I’ve always held high regards and respect for them.

I’m sending sincere condolences to all family members for the passing of Tom. May he Rest In Peace.

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