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It is with great sadness that the family of Tom Fretwell announces his passing on Thursday, April 23rd, 2020 at the age of 60 years, after a brief illness. Tom will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Toby of 40 years and his children, Brittany (David) Pitman, Kelsi, and Wyatt. Tom will also be remembered fondly by his 3 grandchildren, Lee, Griffen, and Kenzi, and his sister, Donna Patteson, and his brother, Bruce. Tom was predeceased by his parents, Louie and Barbara Fretwell and his sister, Amy Rosario.
Tom was born in Unadilla, Georgia on October 2nd, 1959 and lived in Powder Springs, GA until moving to Vero Beach in 1976.
Tom was a member of First Baptist Church, Vero Beach.
Tom enjoyed many years volunteering. He was a Volunteer Firefighter for several years; dedicated years to his children and other youth members of the 4-H program of Indian River County. He also spent several years as a Little League Coach to his son and other young boys in our community.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations in Tom’s honor, be made to IRC 4-H Foundation, P.O. Box 650142, Vero Beach, FL 32965 or to Vero Beach Little League Baseball, 1598 78th Ave, Vero Beach, FL 32966.
A service will be announced at a later date, when we are all able to gather together again.
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Toby Turner - Friend
May 2, 2020, 6:47 pm
Tom was a great friend and member of our community. Tom and I graduated together and spent a lot of time on the football field as well as many other outdoor activities. I worked with Tom when I was manager of the firefighters’ fair and he always placed the 4-H program above anything else. I will miss him and his humorous style. I love you man.
Laura Garone Tyler
May 2, 2020, 7:52 pm
So sorry for your loss Toby. Sending prayers and love to you and your family.
Rene Cox - Friend
May 2, 2020, 8:04 pm
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers to all. Frank and Rene Cox
Will and Penney Barker - Friends
May 3, 2020, 1:15 am
Will and I and our whole family are so very sad to hear of Tom’s passing. Sending much love to you all. Sincerely, Will and Penney Barker
Joel Rossmell - Friend
May 3, 2020, 2:10 am
I am very sorry for your loss Fretwell family! Tom was such a great man and I feel very fortunate to have known him! He will be missed.
Lisa Cutler - Friend
May 3, 2020, 3:41 am
Toby, I was so sorry to hear about Tom’s passing. You and your family are in my prayers. Lisa (DeWitt) Cutler
Bruce Donaldson - Friend
May 5, 2020, 2:04 pm
Tom was my best friend. From the time his family moved to Vero we were joined at the hip. So many memories now to reflect upon. You will be so very missed. God bless you Toby and your family at this time.
Jackie Kinnamon
May 22, 2020, 11:13 pm
Toby, we are so sorry to hear about Tom’s passing. Tom was such a great guy and always worked so hard to help all the children of 4 H program. Steve and I send our love and prayers to you and the whole family. The Kinnamon’s