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Obituary for Stromberg


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Friday April 28, 2000

Thomas Daniel Stromberg, born May 5, 1953 in Albuquerque, died Monday, April 17, 2000, in a traffic accident in San Mateo, CA. Tom's charismatic personality brought spirit, creativity, adventure, and a sense of fun to both his family, and hundreds of devoted friends in San Mateo and San Francisco CA, and Seattle, WA. Tom leaves behind a distinguished career in Information Systems, most recently serving as CIO for Walmart.com. He held similar positions in banking and retail services, but more than anything, Tom was a totally dedicated family man. Tom leaves behind Louise, his beloved wife of 17 years; his sons, John and Michael; and his daughter, Katherine. No child was without a playmate if Tom was nearby, and the Stromberg home was a constant center of action, sports and play, always open to friends and visitors. Tom attended St. Pius X High School and the University of New Mexico. Tom is also survived by his parents, Patricia and Robert; sisters, Mary Ann and Marcella (Albuquerque); brother, Mark (Carmel Valley, CA), Peter and James (Albuquerque), Paul (Portland, OR); and numerous nieces and nephews. His brothers, Joseph and John preceded him in death. Funeral Mass was celebrated Monday, April 24, 2000, at Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church, Burlingame, CA. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 10:30 a.m., at Gate of Heaven Cemetery Chapel, 7500 Paseo del Norte, with Father Jerry Plotkowski, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. A reception will be held at the home of Jim and Cheri Stromberg. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.