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Thomas Froeba Obituary

Thomas Ralph Froeba passed away peacefully Tuesday, July 23, 2013 at the age of 75. Beloved husband of Alice Mae Rareshide Froeba for 56 years. Son of the late Ethel Aleman Froeba and Ralph Froeba. Father of his beloved children, Susan Frolich (Kim), Elizabeth Seamon (Ray), David Froeba (Cherie), Julie Riedl (Greg), Kathy Walsh (Mark) and the late Michael Thomas Froeba. Grandfather to Chad (Lauren), Erin (Jonathan), Stacy, George Raymond, Whitney, Michael, Stephanie (Troy), Amanda, Allyson, Kerilynn, Brennen and Connor. Great Grandfather to Audrey Grace, Bria and Brody. Brother to Lorraine Harper (Joseph) and the late Clement Froeba, brother-in-law to Charles Rareshide (Deborah) and the late Carl Rareshide (Carolyn). He was also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Thomas was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish, and most recently enjoyed and celebrated life with family and friends in St. Tammany Parish; he was the manager and buyer for Shoe Town and owner of Foot Gear in Chalmette. Thomas cherished his time with his family and grandchildren. He was a devoted LSU and Saints fan and especially enjoyed his Annual "Buppa" Golf Tournament. Family and Friends are invited to the visitation Saturday, July 27th beginning at 9:00 AM followed with a Funeral Mass at 12:00 noon in the chapel of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home on Canal Street. Burial will be at St. Roch Cemetery #1, New Orleans. Please view and sign the Family Guestbook at www.schoencanalstreet.com.

Published by The Advocate from Jul. 24 to Jul. 27, 2013.
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WE ARE VERY VERY SORRY WE MISSED THE SERVICES. WE WERE IN PENSICOLA FROM 7/26 THRU 7/30/13. WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, TOMMY WAS A GOOD MAN. ALICE IS ALWAYS IN OUR PRAYERS. AJ & JUDY, ANGIE, LISA & BRIAN

AJ BENANDI

August 8, 2013

Lorraine, We are sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family at this sorrowful time.
From the F.T.Nicholls High School Class of '57 Reunion Committee.

Trudy Lachica

August 2, 2013

Dear Kathy, Mark and Family,
Your dad looks like he was a fine gentleman. We are sorry for your loss and pray fond memories will comfort you during this difficult time.....
with love and prayers,
dan and nancy henderson

dan and nancy henderson

August 1, 2013

a dear friend..always had a shoe to fit my foot...will miss you

bob midkiff

July 28, 2013

With deepest sympathy for the loss of someone dear to you.

Audrey O. Schenck

Audrey Schenck

July 27, 2013

My first "boss" at Shoe Town. What a great guy. Rest in peace my Tiger friend!

July 26, 2013

Kathy,David and family,
Sorry for you loss. Our prayers are with you and your family during this trying time.
God Bless,
Jerry and Brandy Walsh

July 26, 2013

We wish to extend our sympathy and prayers to the entire family especially to Ray and Beth for the care and love they have given Tom at home for several years. Gwen was happy to spend time with him in June while he was feeling good. He is now in his heavenly home enjoying ultimate peace!

Paul and Gwen Hoover (Jefferson, NC)

July 26, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of my"old buddy" Tom. Our friendship started 41 years ago @ Shoe Town. We shared the passion for{right/left}golf, Saints football and swapping "old shoe stories".My deepest sympathy to Alice and family of whom he was so proud. May God give you all the strength at this very difficult time.I am sorry that I could not attend the funeral service as I am just now reading the obit.

David Bouza

July 26, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of my "old buddy" Tom.Our friendship developed 41 years ago @ Shoe Town. We remainded friends for many years after.
We shared the passion for"left/right" golf , Saints football and old "shoe stories" My sympathy to Alice,and the family of which I knew he was so proud. I'm sorry I could not attend the funeral service as I just read the obit today.I will keep his memories "special' as he will be missed.May God give you all the strength through this very difficult loss.

David Bouza

July 26, 2013

My condolences to the entire Froeba family for the loss of their loved one.

DORANEL STEPHANY

July 26, 2013

My condolences to the entire Froeba family for the loss of their loved one.

TAMMY DEANO-MELERINE

July 26, 2013

Tommy is remembered as such a nice man who loved his family greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this sad time.

Cathy Bouza

July 26, 2013

Kathy and the Entire Froeba family, we are so sorry for your loss. You all will be in my prayers and just remember all the wonderful years you had that you will cherish forever.

Wendy , Darryl, Darryl jr., & drew Gallo

July 25, 2013

Kathy, Mark and David,
We are sorry for your family's loss. We are thinking of you all and the rest of your family as well.
Amy and Frank Bouton

July 25, 2013

My condolences to the entire Froeba family for the loss of their loved one.

Jeannine Kohler

July 25, 2013

To Kathy and Family: A devoted Husband, Dad, and Grandfather. The memory of him will always be with you. May God give you comfort in this sad time.

Cindy & Lloyd

July 25, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Froeba family during this very difficult time.

Celeste Cavet

July 25, 2013

Although I did not know Mr. Froeba personally, I did know the children when we were younger and they were wonderful people to associate with as youth. Because of the fond memories of them as youth, I know that their upbringing into successful people was because of great parental influence. Mr. Froeba was a part of that and because of that, I know he had to be a great man.

Being the son of parents who have departed, I understand the loss you are all experiencing and a wish to send my condolences to the family as well as prayers to you guys. I am not sure if you remember me, but I lived on the alley and we sold the snow balls and freezies. God's grace will guide your family during these difficult times and remaining close to one another, leaning and sharing good moments will ease some of the pain. The times when you are alone should be those when you remember all the good individual moments. Questioning why life is the way it is will not help, but accepting that we discover all when we reach God's home will be the answer.

Know that I will keep you in my thoughts during the next few days and pray for all as often as I can.

Charlie Deubler, Jr.

July 25, 2013

Kathy, I'm so sorry for your family's loss. We all had a great time at the Buppa last year. Your dad seemed to be in great spirits. He was a good and fun loving man.

Mel Noto

July 24, 2013

Lorraine, so sorry for your loss.Remember Tommy & Clement when we were kids at St. Mary of the Angles.

Albert Orduna

July 24, 2013

"Buppa" was a good friend many years ago. He on Pauline St and me on Congress ST
Played ball with him as a kid and like him worked men's retail all of my working life. My condolences to you Alice Mae and the entire family

Edgar Medlin

July 24, 2013

Dave and family,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. God Bless.
Phyllis and Vic Michon

July 24, 2013

Kathy,
"My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time. Your father is now at peace and your children have a angel watching over them. The emptiness in your heart will soon be filled with memories of how your father should be remembered. I have never met him, but I'm sure he was and amazing person. Stay strong and remember he is always with you".

Mindy Bartholomew

July 24, 2013

May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you.

Evelyn Audler

July 24, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Kathy Smith

July 24, 2013

Susan,Beth,Julie,Kathy and David,

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Roxanne Ziegler

July 24, 2013

Lorraine,

Thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this very difficult time.
So sorry for your loss.

GRACE URBAN

July 24, 2013

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