Memorial services for Timothy Lane ‘Tim’ Thomasson, 46, Lawrence, will be at 6 p.m. Saturday at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home & Crematory. Tim passed away Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2013, at his home.
He was born Dec. 8, 1966, in Kansas City, Mo., the son of U.O. Jr. and Mary Jane Armstrong Thomasson. He graduated from Chanute High School, attended Pittsburg State University, and earned an Associate’s Degree from Neosho County Community College. Tim was a supervisor in the Facilities Services department at the University of Kansas for 12 years. He was a skilled carpenter, and was actively involved in his son’s activities.
He married Teresa Kay Jump in September, 2002. She survives of the home. Other survivors include his son Jacob Thomasson, of the home; a stepson, Brandon Laing, of the home; two brothers, Andy Thomasson and wife Tammy, Wellsville, and Matt Thomasson, Chanute; and a sister, Callie Jane Thomasson, Garden City.
The family will receive friends following the service. Memorial may be made to the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence, in care of the funeral home, 601 Indiana St., Lawrence, KS, 66044.
Andy and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Hang on to one another to make it thru. If I can help in anyway, please let me know.
Linda Punchard-Neely, Capitol Police
Teresa, I was very sorry to hear of Tim’s death. I was in Oklahoma at the time of his death, so I didn’t hear about it until a few days later, by telephone with my son. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Jacob, and Brandon as you survive this great sorrow. I will miss Tim, he was a good neighbor, and had offered to help me out with yard work after my stroke a few years ago.
So sorry for your loss. Tim was always knowledgeable and professional, and will be missed.
Teresa, I am so sorry to hear about Tim’s passing.
Tim has always been great to work with.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
What a GREAT loss!!! Remember when Tim came to the Bristol Motor Speedway; got him a ticket.. to the races!!! Sooo excited to see him!!!
My heart goes out to all!!! COULDNT ASK FOR A BETTER PERSON!!! GOD MUSTA NEEDED AN ANGEL
YOU ARE LOVED AND MISSED!!!
BARB SEEFELDT
Theresa –
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time –
Johnell Fendley
Very sorry to hear about the loss of Tim. I always enjoyed talking to Tim out at all JT’s sporting events. He was truely a strong supporter of everything that JT did. He will be missed. Our prayers will be with your family.
Teresa – sorry to hear about Tims passing away. I enjoyed working with him and you! Tim was always helpful. You’re in my prayers.
Teresa,Jacob and Brandon, I am so sorry about your loss. Tim was a great man and always spoke so highly of you all. The pride and love he felt for his family was always so apparent. We will all miss him and how much he knew and how freely and kindly he shared that. I am praying for you and hoping that you find peace and comfort in this time of pain. God bless
Teresa, we are very sorry for your loss. Dug worked for Tim for a short time but he was always in a good mood before and after work. He loved working for Tim, and watching Jacob play football. We both send our sincere condolences.
Teresa, Jacob and Family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Tim was a very kind person and did an exceptional job looking out for our west campus buildings. He will be missed by so many. Hugs to your hearts.
Chanute Kansas. We have loved and we seem to have lost so much. I knew Tim when we were in ” Our younger years” Tim was the guy that was thoughtful, caring and never knew a stanger. He was in my wedding. I have some very nice pictures of him if the family would want them. I am pleased to know that he had a son and stepchildren. I am sure he was the best ” Dad” in the world. Tim had a huge heart . Anyone can call themselves a ” Dad” It takes a special person to be called a ‘Daddy”. Through the years I have lost contact with a lot of people. I wish I would of known Tim and his family were so close. I am in Kansas City all of the time. Tim would of loved to see my son Garrett. May you rest in peace Tim. You may be gone but never ever will you be forgotten.
With Love,
Garrett, Channing , and Holly Umbarger Miller
We’re very sorry to hear about Tim. He was incredibly nice and helpful. He will be missed.
Teresa – I was shocked to hear about Tim and my prayers are with you and your family. Tim was a great person to work with and he will be missed by the KU community.
I am so very sorry. Jacob and his daddy have always had a special relationship and love for each other that was obvious to anyone that saw them together. Jacob, that love will be with you always. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so very sorry. Jacob and his daddy have always shared a special relationship and love that was obvious to anyone that saw them together. That love will be with you forever, Jacob. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
My heart is heavy after hearing about Tim. I am so very sorry for your loss. I haven’t seen Tim in several years, but in school and the years that followed we were close friends. Tim was a great guy, and an awesome friend. Some of my most treasured memories are of Tim and our little group. I will truly miss him. You are all in my thoughts and Prayers. I ask the Lord to ease your pain if it is possible. God Bless
My thoughts and Prayers are with all of you, I am so very sorry to hear about Tim passing. I haven’t seen him in to many years but we were great friends in school and the years following. Tim was a great guy and a great friend, some of the most treasured memories of my life include Tim and I will truly miss him. Please let the boys know as they grow up that he was a special man and a wonderful friend, and he had so many friends. My heart is heavy for all of you right now, I pray for the Lord to ease your pain.
Teresa,
We were incredibly sad to hear of Tim’s passing. He was a great colleague, who you could always count on, and an all-around nice guy. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your sons and the rest of Tim’s family.
Teresa I was so shocked and sadden to hear
about Tim. He was a part of my family
I enjoyed all the times we shared with him.
He will be missed so much. I know it is hard on all of you. He was such a great dad to Jake. I know he had a great love for all.
God be with you and your family.
Teresa, so very sorry for your loss, we are praying for you and your family God Bless you. Tim was a great guy.
Teresa,
We are so very sorry to hear this news. Please know that we are keeping you and the boys in our thoughts and prayers.
I was so shocked to hear of Tim’s passing. Like many who have written on this page, I too worked with Tim over the years at KU. He went out of his way to do such a thorough job and come up with solutions to our requests in the Chancellor’s office. Such a pleasant person that will truly be missed. Our prayers go to his family.
We were surprised and saddened when we learned of Tim’s passing. He was a constant figure at the Hurricane practices and games. Please let JT know that we are here for him. Our thoughts are with your family. Kara, Troy, Ty and Chase
Our hearts go our to you in this time of great loss. We know Tim was a proud and committed father and family man. We are so thankful for him and all of the things he did for Sam. He will be greatly missed! May God carry you through this time of loss and may you feel His love through the support of your family and friends!
Teresa, so sorry to hear about Tim. This was very shocking news. He will be missed at KU. He always gave me ideas to do with my son that he was doing with his. Good man.
So sorry for your loss. Tim was a great guy that I worked with quite often at KU. You could always count on him to get the job done and keep you up to date on the progress. He will be truly missed on the hill. My prayers are with you and your family.
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. It really shocked us all. It was always a great pleasure to run into Tim across campus. May God lead you all to a healing place. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
I have only known Tim (JT) for a short time. It was always nice to talk to him at the kids sporting events. A loss of a good man. Thoughts and Prayers go out to your family.
Our families thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Tim’s love and spirit will endure.
When I Read of Tim’s Passing … Immediately … My Heart ached .. Although I have not seen this Wonderful Guy in way over ten years … Never Ever have I forgotten about My Good ol buddy Tim … He was a very dear Friend to me… In my Chanute years … I will never forget Him Ever … and it saddens me greatly for All who Loved him so … God Bless you Thommason May You rest in Peace…
I have known Tim my entire life. I have so many memories of him that I will hold on to forever. My prayers are with your family through this tough time of loss.
Teressa, the Laing family will be forever grateful for the respect and attention Tim gave to Brandon. Being a step-father is not easy. Brandon always spoke highly of him. Trying times are ahead for you, Jacob, and Brandon, but be strong and God will help you with the rest.
Teresa, Brandon and Jacob my deepest sympathy to you and the rest of your family. Tim was a great guy, I enjoyed working with him. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Teresa & Jacob, so sorry about the unbelievable tragedy that has happened. There were so many things that KU counted on Tim to know or to do professionally that we will miss. I can’t begin to imagine the personal void this leaves in your lives. Take care and be strong for each other.
My condolences go to Teresa, Jacob, family & friends. The university lost a valuable employee who truly cared and loved working at KU. Tim was the “go to” guy for maintenance of research buildings on west campus and off campus. Those working in research and maintenance are grateful not only for Tim’s dedication, but we are grateful to have known & worked with him. He will be missed.
Rex Burkhardt
Teresa, so sorry for such aloss, been many years since we work together and life moves on. Take care and you and your family are in my prayers!
Teresa, we will truly miss Tim at KU. I have known Tim for some time, first through his position with the carpenter shop and then his more recent position with Zone 1. Tim’s managerial skills and even personality were much appreciated by all he came in contact with. His attention to detail and getting the job done right and in a timely manner were just a few of the traits that made him an asset to FS (formerly FO). I have enjoyed working with both of you. Please lean on friends, family and co-workers through the days ahead. I am so very sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your dear son in my prayers.
Sorry for your loss Teresa, prayers for you and your family.
My prayers go out to the entire family. May god bless you and hold you close as you go through this trying time. Teresa, my heart goes out to you and your son and if you need anything, we are always right here for you.
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Tim at KU on classified senate. He was an active member and a good man. I will treasure the wood gavel that he made for me to commarate my term as president.
I am so, so sorry. My thoughts and heart goes out to Jacob especially. I know your dad was so proud of you and still is in his way. Jacob,I hope you feel love and support in this time from your family, teammates, and Pinckney Panthers along with the rest of your family. I am thinking about you so much, and I hope you know that you have a very special place in my heart.
So sorry to hear of your loss. Totally shocked us all. Our prayers are with you guys! Hugs! Logan had really been upset since we told him. He looked up to Tim!