Thomas Wayne Harrall, age 91 of Ada, passed away on June 29, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Gloria; his parents, Gertrude and Thomas; sisters, Jean and Marie; brothers, Bob, Bill, Charlie and Fred. Thomas is survived by his children, Marleen (Robert) Boersen, Lin (Daniel) Faulkner, Wayne (Catherine) Harrall; 8 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Born at home, in Shamrock, Oklahoma, he worked on the family farm at an early age, where he developed his lifelong trait as a hard worker. When he was 16 the family relocated to the Ada/Lowell area, where he remained for the duration of his life. He worked many years at Robinson Cartage Company, primarily as a crane operator. He was a well- respected and reliable worker but always put family first. He enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, trap shooting, and watching his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren’s sporting events and extracurricular activities.
A private family funeral service will be held on Monday July 7, 2025, at Oakwood Cemetery, Lowell. Memorial contributions can be made to Emmanuel Hospice, 401 Hall Street, Ste 263, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, or Flat River Outreach Ministries (F.R.O.M.), 11535 Fulton St. E, Lowell, MI 49331.
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Lin and Wayne, sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing.
So many memories of his kindness and care for his neighbors “up the hill”! Thank you for being kids he was proud of. We will miss him with you. Our hearts hurt for you at his loss.
Tom stole my heart. He was such a joy. Watching him with your mom and his kids was a true gift. May peace and blessing be with you all. He shined in his love for you all.
Tom stole my heart. He was such a joy. Watching him with your mom and his family was a true gift. May peace and blessings be with you all. He shined in his love.
So sorry, Lin and Dan, to hear of the passing of you dad Lin