Thomas "Tom" Hutchings
November 11, 1947 - October 18, 2022
Obituary
Tom Hutchings, 74, passed away peacefully at home on October 18, 2022 from his recently diagnosed brain cancer. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Anna (Minasola) Hutchings, his brother Jack and sister Darlene. He is survived by his wife, Jackie, of 49 years; daughters Amy (Scott) and Courtney (Nick); and grandson, Quinn. He is also survived by his sister, Carolyn Redmond (Richard) and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Tom was born in Chicago, Illinois and moved to Indianapolis as a child. Growing up, he was always so proud of his father who was a Major and Minor League baseball pitcher, coach, and manager who played on a Cincinnati Reds World Series Championship team back in 1940. Tom spent his teenage years working for the Indians at Bush Stadium where he met his future wife, Jackie. He took pride in taking care of his family and was a dedicated mechanical contractor at L.D. Mechanical Contractors where he worked for 43 years. In retirement, Tom enjoyed family trips to New England, Indians' baseball games and Colts' football games, visits to the casino, frequent dinners out to his favorite restaurants, and school and sporting events to support his grandson, Quinn, who brought him so much joy. As per Tom's wishes, there will be no service or celebration of life. Any donations in his memory may be made to the Indy Humane Society or American Cancer Society.
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Courtney Hutchings
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I love you so much, Dad, and miss you already. Thank you for all of the big things and the little things that you have done for me throughout my life. I am truly proud of you and the life that you lived. I hope that I can make you proud as you watch over me.
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Quinn
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Thank you grandpa for everything! I hope you are enjoying your time with your family in heaven and are looking down on us throughout our daily lives! We miss you so much but we know you are in a better place and free of pain. Love you so much!
Love your favorite grandson, Quinn G
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Erica
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Sorry for the loss of Uncle Tom, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
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Deborah Hall
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Mr. Hutchings,
While I only met you once, I do want to thank you for raising a lovely daughter who has become a wonderful teachers. I taught with Courtney last year and it was obvious that her family was first in her heart. I am thankful that she had time with you these last months. It is obvious that you were dearly loved, and a wonderful husband, father/grandfather. This is an amazing legacy. Rest In Peace and now your final healing has come.
Respectfully,
Deb Hall
Franklin Township Junior High
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Patti Gerde
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May the peace which comes from the memories of loved shared comfort you now and in the days ahead. All our love, Patti & Rick
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Rooney Denise
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What a beautiful tribute. You’ve built a legacy and your love for your family truly shines through in every picture. You should be so proud! I hate that you and your family had to experience this horrible tumor, but I hope your family knows how close you’ll still be and wow what a guardian angel they now have. “Love is stronger than death even though it can’t stop death from happening, but no matter how hard death tries it can’t separate people from love. It can’t take away our memories either. In the end, life is stronger than death.”—Anonymous
My favorite memory is either Courtney telling us about going to the games with you guys or when you two got out on the dance floor at my wedding!
Praying for all of you,
Denise Rooney and family.