Joe Herbert Tomlinson passed away December 22, 2019 surrounded by his family after an unexpected medical incident five days prior. Joe was born April 16, 1955 to Herbert and Veone Tomlinson in Clearfield, Utah. He graduated from the University of Utah with a Masters Degree in Chemical Engineering and excelled in his career at Hunter Power plant.
Joe was brilliant and articulate in everything he created, whether it was his patented inventions or his beautiful wood working, which was his passion.
Joe lived life to the fullest and loved every moment with his sons, Adderly and Coltan, whom he shared with ex-wife Melanie Hamilton. Joe raised his boys to share a love of hunting, camping, and fishing. Joe will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, sharp wit, and his blunt humor.
Joe is survived by his cherished Dachshund, Lucy; sisters, Pam (Terry) Wixom, Pat Ericksen, Anna (Cory) Hendrickson; sons, Adderly, Coltan (Courtney); daughter, Brandie (Jon) Linton, son, Cassidy Bowman, and six grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his mother and father.
A celebration of life will be held in the new year.
6 Condolences for Joseph Herbert Tomlinson
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Secretary says
January 7, 2020 at 11:13 pmI shared an office with Joe at Hunter Plant for about 8 years. He was a kind soul, and so very smart. He also knew how to communicate with folks and get stuff done. RIP my friend.
-April Haynes
Secretary says
January 7, 2020 at 11:14 pmSorry for the loss of your father, Coltan. We love you! Love Eunice and Rodney Rasmussen
-Eunice Rasmussen
Secretary says
January 7, 2020 at 11:15 pmJoe you lived a wonderful life – Good for You. Sorry to hear of your passing. With a life like that we know you are surrounded by love and peace in your afterlife experience. Kindness and prayers to your Family – Clearfield High Mascot “73” !
-Darrell
Kevin Owen says
January 1, 2022 at 9:51 pmI new Joe when he was an undergrad at Utah. We shared many laughs and good times. I moved East after graduation and we lost communication. Joe was an excellent person and I had the utmost respect for him. My condolences to his family.
Kevin Owen says
January 1, 2022 at 9:52 pmI knew Joe when he was an undergrad at Utah. We shared many laughs and good times. I moved East after graduation and we lost communication. Joe was an excellent person and I had the utmost respect for him. My condolences to his family.
Steven Karsten says
January 3, 2022 at 6:11 pmI just learned of your passing from a mutual roommate while in college, Kevin Owen. I attribute passing my physics class to Joes tutoring. I wish we’d been able to reminisce. Rest In Peace my friend.
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