In Loving Memory of Thomas Soare | Thursday, September 27, 2007 |
Carole and Tom with the boys
Michael’s dad, Thomas Soare, lost his battle with cancer and passed away last night (Sept. 25) in his sleep. We will miss him dearly, but we’re also comforted that he is no longer in pain. Michael will go out to Texas in mid-October for the memorial.
Tom was an amazing and charismatic man, always the optimist. One of my most favorite memories was when I got to see him direct one of his plays at SHSU, they were doing a dress rehersal and we were there visiting. I was so happy to be able to see him work and watch how all his students looked up to him and listened. It was so weird to hear people call him Dr. Soare, as I only knew him as Tom, our Dad and Grandpa to the boys.
Hi Michael and Kris, We are sorry to hear about the loss of your father. We were very fortunate that we were able to meet him at Rowan and Elijah’s 1st birthday party. We pray that God will comfort you and your family through this difficult time. May his memories live on in your hearts
Love, Wes, Sheryl, Kalen and Lexi
What a lovely message! Thank you so much. He will indeed be missed but he leaves a great legacy in our memories.
Michael and Kris,
The photo you posted of your Father, Mother and the Boys is beautiful. I’m so sorry for your loss and your Mother’s. You’re in my prayers.
Take Care.
Sarah N.
Hello Michael and Kris. I’m terribly sorry to hear about your father’s passing, but I completely understand and agree with your sentiments about his legacy. I was one of his students at SHSU, and I remember him fondly. I graduated in ‘93 and he and I traded periodic emails (as recently as this spring). I found great inspiration in him - to the point that Theatre History remains my greatest passion within the realm of theatre. I was lucky enough to be one of a series of students that helped him with a seemingly endless supply of yardwork at his home that allowed me to spend numerous afternoons with him one-on-one. I treasure those memories and count him among the most knowledgable and influential of those I’ve ever worked with on the stage or in the classroom. He is in my prayers along with you and your family.
God Bless.