Obituary for Thomas J. Vulliet
Thomas Joseph Vulliet of Valrico, Florida went home to the Lord on May 4, 2015. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on November 22, 1940. Tom was a Navy Veteran and worked in the shipping industry for over 30 years in the New Orleans, Louisiana and Tampa Bay, Florida areas before retiring. He was preceded in death by his father and mother Charles J. Vulliet, Sr., and Althea Locascio Vulliet. He is survived by his wife, Stephanie of Valrico, Florida; daughter Deborah Richardt of Las Vegas, Nevada; son Christopher Scott Vulliet of Covington, Louisiana; 4 grandchildren; brother Charles J. Vulliet, Jr. (Suellen), of New Orleans, Louisiana; sisters Ann-Marie Vulliet Bienvenu (Roger) of Covington, Louisiana; and Angela Vulliet of Madisonville, Louisiana; brothers-in-law Charles Gipson (Elaine) of Georgetown, Texas; and Stephen Gipson (Martha) of Ozark, Missouri; nieces Kimberly Duncan (William) of Covington, Louisiana; Kerrie Sinon (Patrick) of Madisonville, Louisiana; and Jacqueline Peterson (Bryan) of Grandview, Missouri; nephews Brian Gipson (Samantha) of Republic, Missouri; and Major Jeffrey Gipson (Heather) of Maxwell AFB, Montgomery, Alabama; several great nieces and nephews; church and Sunday school family from First Baptist Church of Dover, Florida; and numerous friends.
A celebration of life will be held at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at the First Baptist Church of Dover, 3223 North Gallagher Road, Dover, Florida 33527. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice and Palliative Care Unit “HPCU” at James A. Haley VA Hospital, 13000 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Tampa, Florida 33612.
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So sad to see you go Tom, but you are not suffering any more. You made our day when you enjoyed Dave’s smoked salmon and, of course, the deep fried turkey from the local pub. No doubt in your new resting place, you will be able to sample them again. Rest in peace darling and we will keep an eye on Steph and the woof woof for you (and the stray cat that seems to enjoy your home). Love Pat and Dave
Stephanie I know this is such a hard time for you to be going through but he’s not hurting anymore and only our sweet Lord knows when it’s our time to go. You did everything you could and know he is in the Lords care.
Love you
Dee Ann
Stephanie,
Gerry and I are so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. He fought the good fight and is now at rest. We will miss his wonderful humor in Sunday School.
May God give you comfort in the difficult days ahead.
Don’t hesitate to ask is there is anything we can help you with.
Tom was a good man and a good friend. Jerry and I will never forget our dinners together and how we laughed at their swapping jokes and recipes! It was a blessing to know him and I pray in the months and years to come you will find solace in the many wonderful years and good times you had together. Love You, Stephanie! Gail
I never had enough time with Tom to fully enjoy his gregarious and uplifting personality. Always the bright spot in any gathering and a source of never ending adventurous and enchanting stories. So happy to know his pains and struggles are over and he is at peace with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. My prayers will be with the family as they grieve their loss. Much Love, Donna Gentile
Tom’s gregarious personality, Cajun accent and hearty laugh will be sorely missed. During this difficult time, I pray that “the peace which transcends all understanding” will envelop Stef and the rest of Tom’s family…
You will be greatly missed. You were such an amazing person, so caring and loving. Prayers sent your way Mrs. Stephanie.
Love,
Taylor Caswell.