Thomas M. Guyer

Thomas M. Guyer, 68, of Charlotte, NC and formerly of Delaware died on November 12, 2024.

Tom was a passionate teacher, coach, father and volunteer. He taught Science at Gunning Bedford Middle School and coached the boys baseball, soccer and basketball and girls basketball teams. Tom enjoyed his work at Ashland Nature Center, leading groups of children into the great outdoors, introducing kayaking, birds, insects and the night sky.

He was a 1975 graduate of Newark High School where he was a standout wide receiver for their football team. He graduated from Salisbury State College in 1986.

In 2019, Tom had the opportunity to go to Botswana as a field supervisor to help build a new church for the Nazarene Global Ministry Organization. This was a life changing trip for him. Health problems brought him back to the states where he settled in Charlotte, NC.

Tom is survived by his two sons Christopher R. Guyer and Matthew T. Guyer, grandson Joshua N. Newman, brothers Rick and Joe, sisters Eileen, Margaret and Bobbee and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sister, Mary.

In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution in Tom’s memory to Center Pointe Community Church of the Nazarene, Memorial Scholarship Fund, 9580 Curry Ford Road, Orlando, FL 32825 or Ashland Nature Center, P.O. Box 700, Hockessin, DE 19707.

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Funeral Services

A memorial gathering of family and friends will be held Saturday January 11, 2025 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at Chandler Funeral Home, 2506 Concord Pike, Wilmington, Delaware.

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Kelly O’Donald lit a candle and writes,

Sending love and light to Deb, Chris and Matt

12/12/2024 01:36 pm

Barb Monjon lit a candle and writes,

I’m so very sorry to hear about Tom. My heart goes out to the family.

12/12/2024 02:37 pm

Heidi Satterfield lit a candle and writes,

Please accept my deepest condolences. Tom and I were in the same class.

12/12/2024 03:45 pm

Kevin Sweder writes,

I’m very sorry to hear of Tom’s death. My sincere condolences to the extended family.

12/12/2024 07:57 pm

Heather (Smith) Trabaudo writes,

So many wonderful memories coaching and teaching with Tom at Gunning Bedford. My sincere condolences to Chris and Matt. ❤️

12/14/2024 10:03 pm

Dwayne Adams lit a candle and writes,

Tom was a remarkable man - a "real life" Brother Lawrence who loved and served so well! His passion for life was inspiring and he always followed where the LORD led. He is missed greatly. Blessings to you all in the wake of his passing.

01/03/2025 10:26 am

Shelley Fields writes,

It is an honor to light a candle in memory of the light Tom shared with so many of us. My heart holds such gratitude for his example of a life lived pursuing Christ. Praying His comfort, peace and blessings for Tom’s family.

01/03/2025 12:36 pm

Judy Beeler lit a candle and writes,

Tom was a gentleman and loved by everyone who knew him. So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. He will be greatly missed.

01/03/2025 01:13 pm

Chyrrl McCulley lit a candle and writes,

To light a candle in memory of Tom who so willingly shined the light of Jesus to the world is an honor. Blessing to his family in the passing of such a humble man, loved by many that grieve his loss as well.

01/03/2025 04:09 pm

LeSena Jones lit a candle and writes,

Tom was passionate about his missional calling and loved to teach, coach and mentor young people. He made a huge impact on others with his big heart, sense of humor and strong faith in God. He was a bright light in this world and will be greatly missed.

01/03/2025 04:57 pm

Annette Laird writes,

Tom was such a great guy. Sincere in everything he did. I enjoyed his love of nature and all the ways he shared his joy and enthusiasm with others. His big smile was one of his trademarks. He was always so willing to serve in any way that he could. He will be remembered as a bright light for Jesus. Praying for comfort for his family.

01/03/2025 05:09 pm

Ginger North lit a candle and writes,

I light a candle in Tom's memory. He was passionate in all he did. He always had a smile on his face and a desire to help others. I knew him as a teacher and a nature lover. Praying for his family as a bright light in this world now shines in heaven.

01/05/2025 09:52 am

Debbie Tiberi lit a candle and writes,

Our heartfelt condolences hearing of Toms passing. He was such an inspirational, supporting teacher, coach and mentor to our kids and friend to us all. Many fond memories. We have no doubt he’s in a good place, swapping adventure stories with Our Mikey and looking down upon us all with a smile. . Rest in peace Tom. Mario, Debbie, JR, Stefany and Nicki Tiberi.

01/09/2025 03:04 pm

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