Thomas W. Geng

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Geng, Thomas W. age 57, of Shorewood, passed unexpectedly on January 30th. Tom led a prolific and rich life. Born in St. Paul, MN, he graduated from Cretin High School in 1977, and received his B.A. in History, magna cum laude from Saint Mary's College of California in 1981 while playing baseball. Post graduation, he moved to Washington D.C. and became Chief of Staff for Congressman James Scheuer, and then Special Asst. to the Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Natural Resources. Tom returned to Minnesota to earn his J.D. from the U of M Law School in 1991. Upon graduation, he served as Law Clerk to the Judges Ann Montgomery and Gary Larson. As a practicing lawyer for more than two decades, Tom passionately served his clients, working to defend the rights of those injured and redress wrongs suffered. He compiled an extensive list of successes at both the trial and appellate levels in both State and Federal Courts. Tom served his community in many civic capacities, including Planning Commissioner for the City of Shorewood, Election Judge and volunteering for the West Hennepin History Center. Tom is remembered by his family, friends and clients for his loving support, loyalty, endless energy, and perceptive insights. He will be deeply missed. Our lives are all the better for knowing Tom. Tom is survived by his loving wife, Nancy Ferrell Geng, daughter, Stephanie Ferrell and granddaughter Julianna Belle, and his siblings Jeanne (Mark) Pringle, Donny Geng, Beth Kringle and Kathy Jonas and a large extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Patricia Geng. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Friday, February 5, at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 5071 Eden Ave., Edina. Visitation Thursday (TODAY) 4-7 PM and also 1 hour prior to service at church. Memorials can be directed to support a great passion of Tom's, the West Hennepin History Center, P.O. Box 332, Long Lake, MN 55356 or at whcpa-museum.org/ support_us.html. Rettinger Funeral Home Long Lake~Orono 952-473-6954

Published on February 4, 2016