1947-2021. Son of the late Owen and Ursula Manche; dear father of Laura (Joe) Buhr and Kevin (Jaime) Manche; dear grandfather of Alex Buhr and Grace Manche; dear brother of Mary (Ron) Kinney, Steve (Gail) Manche, Janet (Kevin) Short and Joan Davis; dear uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend.
Please consider picking up a copy of the October 15 issue of Ladue News, or viewing digital copy online, to view the “Life Story” article on page 15 published in Tom’s memory. The Manche Family would like to thank the Ladue News for this wonderful contribution.
Services: Memorial Eucharist and Interment: Saturday, October 30, 2021, 1:00pm. Christ Church Cathedral, 1210 Locust St., St. Louis, MO. Those wishing to attend in person must pre=register online at www.christchurchcathedral by Oct 27. Attendees are asked to arrive early enough to allow COVID-19 screening and social distancing. Masks required for entirety of service. For those unable to attend in person, the service will also be livestreamed on Christ Church Cathedral’s website. A recording will be posted for later viewing.
I am so sorry to hear this awful news. Your parents meant so much to me and they help me through a terrible time in my life and I will always be grateful to such wonderful people in my life
If I could speak to you one more time I would thank you for the opportunity you gave me. Rest easy heaven Tom, you will be greatly missed.
Laura and Kevin – I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. We have been friends for more years then I can count. He was kind, loving, caring, and always the life of the party. Sending love and prayers.
Dear Laura and Kevin,.
I have thought about our camping trips to Rivers Edge so many years ago.
We shared our dining canopy with your family on more than one trip.
Those were fun times. Your Mom’s laughter and jokes were always a highlight. Tom was the one who pulled Kerry Benedict out of the fire! Of course it had to be Kerry. Let all these good memories come forward now. They both are are in your hearts forever. Talk with them. They are with you.
Molly Vehige
Tom was a sweet and kind man, going all the way back to high school. Just knowing him made the world brighter because of his smile. So sad.
We are so sorry for your loss. Tom was a treasuered cient of ours. He always had a smile on his face and a postive attitude about life. I am sure this is a blow to the Interior Design community.
Prays for Tom and your family
Bill and Barbara Allen
I am so sorry to hear about Tom my heart goes out to all of his family !
He was a person who had a big heart and did a lot for others
The staff of St. Louis Homes + Lifestyles magazine is heartbroken to hear of Tom’s passing. Tom was a joy to work with on his many design projects and he was always there to help a lending hand either by raising money for Miriam School through our I’m Still Gorgeous events or helping to revive a St. Louis tradition of decorating retail windows for Christmas, bringing joy to children and adults alike. Tom will be missed by all. We are so sorry that he left us so soon. Hugs to his loved ones.
Tom was my first love, we remained friends throughout life. I am so sad to learn of his passing. His parents were lovely people and his sister Mary Ellen and I were great friends. He will be so missed by myself and our 1965 classmates from Webster Groves High School. He was such a talent and gave back to his community. Rest in peace Tomas’ and my love to you & your family.
Laura and Kevin – We will miss your Father and his kindness.
My condolences to your family. I am a long lost second cousin once removed and am in town briefly so was hoping to find some of my Manche relatives when I happened upon Tom’s obituary this morning. I was in Catholic school first grade and Tom must have been in 6th or 8th. He always greeted me in the hallway and occasionally led our class to the cafeteria. I have fond memories of him, his brother and sisters, and his parents, Bud and Urs.
So sorry to learn of Tom’s passing. Condolences to his family. Rest In Peace, dear Tom
Condolences to your family. What joy I had whenever Tom would walk in the store! Always smiling, always a sincere hug!
I will miss him and am grateful for the time I had with him!