Tom is the son of John and Ellen Macdissi. He graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1983 with a degree in Civil Engineering and started his 36-year career at M.U.D.
He was also a certified paramedic and a dedicated volunteer for Fort Calhoun Fire and Rescue. He was a longtime member of the Westside Lions Club and the Knights of Columbus. He also served on the Fort Calhoun Rural Fire Board for many years. Tom was a man of many hobbies – he enjoyed sailing, beekeeping, and gardening. He is a proud grandfather of six grandchildren.
Preceded by:
Parents: John and Ellen Macdissi
Brother: Robert Macdissi
Survived by:
Wife: Kirsten
Sons: Adam (Kristen) and Anthony (Sarah) Macdissi
Daughters: Elena (Joshua) Barker , Theresa (Alex) Knobbe
Brother: Mike (Mary) Macdissi
6 grandchildren
Omaha World Herald
Nov 2018
In Loving Memory of Thomas J. Macdissi
Born January 13, 1960 Omaha, Nebraska; Died November 10, 2018 Omaha, Nebraska
Visitation: 5:00-8:00 Thursday, November 15, 2018. Family Receiving Friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. 4:45-5:00 p.m. Knights of Columbus Rosary Service. 7:00 p.m. Vigil Service. St. John The Baptist Catholic Church.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Friday, November 16, 2018 St. John The Baptist Catholic Church. Celebrant: Father Stephen Gutgsell. Music: “On Eagles Wings” #437, “We Will Rise Again” #440, “Be Thou My Vision” #397, “Be Not Afraid” #432. AnnMarie Fereday, soloist, Molly Smith, organist.
Honorary Pallbearers: Tony Macdissi, Adam Macdissi, David Fucinaro, Alex Knobbe, Josh Barker, Don Casey, Mike Macdissi
~~~Obituaries and funeral leaflet courtesy of the Nebraska Washington County Genealogical Society. Newspaper clippings and leaflets on file in the Blair, Nebraska Public Library ~~~
Contributor: MrsB
Printed in the Nov. 20, 2018 Pilot-Tribune, Blair Nebraska
“We’ll take it from here” Fort Calhoun honors longtime firefighter Tom Macdissi
--by Leeanna Ellis, editor, Enterprise Publishing
Fort Calhoun Fire Unit 640 leads the funeral procession for Tom Macdissi along Clay Street to the Fort Calhoun Cemetery on Friday); (photo of Tom’s firefighting uniform; caption: Tom Macdissi’s helmet and protective fire gear wait at the ready on Fort Calhoun Fire and Rescue Unit 640 during the funeral service at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church on Friday)
Tom Macdissi was always there to help everyone.
Even following a leukemia diagnosis, the Fort Calhoun firefighter and paramedic was ready for the next alarm. Within the last month of his life, he continued to answer calls for the department.
“There were times that we noticed that he wasn’t feeling well. There were times he had to take a step back and rest,” Fort Calhoun Fire Chief Dan Mallory said. “But he was always there.”
Macdissi, 58, died Nov. 10 in Omaha. He was a 26-year member of the department’s first paramedics and served as an assistant instructor for EMT classes.
“He’s helped so many people learn the job of what we do as volunteers here,” Mallory said. “He was just a tremendous attribute to the community and we’re all saddened that he had to go through this and it’s a difficult time for everybody.”
Mallory described Macdissi as a dedicated volunteer.
“He always put others above himself,” Mallory said. “That I think will stand out as my memory of Tom. Just his ability to do that even when I know he was the one who needed the help, but he would never let you know that. That's just the kind of guy he was."
Don Casey, who has known Macdissi for 30 years and served 25 years on the department with him, echoed Mallory’s sentiments.
“He was a true fighter in that he never tapped out,” Casey said. “He wanted his life to mean something to other people. That’s why he loved to do calls to help other people.”
Casey said Macdissi was “a most excellent instructor” in both firefighting and in his job with Metropolitan Utilities District.
“He could judge the level of a person’s knowledge and get them trained,” Casey said.
Casey said he will miss talking with Macdissi about beekeeping a hobby both men shared, and family.
“Family was everything to him,” Casey said.
Both men had sons who served on the Fort Calhoun department. It was one of the reasons they became involved.
“We used to race our sons in getting our equipment on,” Casey said. “It was just a common bond between father and sons. He stuck with it after his sons went on to college.”
In February, Macdissi was named Enterprise Media Group’s Volunteer of the Year. He received the honor following his nomination from his fellow firefighters.
“Tom exemplifies what a volunteer should strive to be like. We believe he is the perfect candidate for Volunteer of the Year for Washington County,” they wrote. “For many years, his commitment to the community around him, Tom made the term ‘volunteer’ a reality. This is a part of Tom’s character that will never change.
“Maybe it is through the short span of life we really see someone for their true value and appreciate their existence and the commitment that so few show in our world,” the nomination continued. “We feel it is time to make it known to others what a humble guy can accomplish. Tom will seldom ever ask for himself nor will he seek the limelight so many others pursue. It is only right that at this time we recognize what Tom Macdissi has done for this county as an individual. He is someone who will always be committed to helping this community ant Washington County be a better place.”
On Friday, Fort Calhoun gave its final salute to the man who had dedicated his life to others.
A Fort Calhoun fire truck led the funeral procession from St. John the Baptist Catholic Church to the Fort Calhoun Cemetery. The back of the truck was adorned with Macdissi’s boots and bunker gear.
As the procession made its way to the cemetery, members of the Irvington, Bennington, Kennard, Ponca Hills and Blair departments and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office lined Clay Street to pay their respects.
The Washington County Dispatch gave its final call to Fort Calhoun 690.
“You are a mentor to all of us and your lessons in life will never be forgotten. Firefighter/paramedic Macdissi may you rest in peace as your work here is now complete. You’ll be missed by your family, your fire department family, the Fort Calhoun community and the surrounding departments in Washington County and Tri-Mutual Aid Firefighters Association. May peace be with you, my friend. We’ll take it from here.”
~~~ Obituaries courtesy of the Nebraska Washington County Genealogical Society. Newspaper clippings on file in the Blair, Nebraska Public Library ~~~
Contributor: MrsB
He was also a certified paramedic and a dedicated volunteer for Fort Calhoun Fire and Rescue. He was a longtime member of the Westside Lions Club and the Knights of Columbus. He also served on the Fort Calhoun Rural Fire Board for many years. Tom was a man of many hobbies – he enjoyed sailing, beekeeping, and gardening. He is a proud grandfather of six grandchildren.
Preceded by:
Parents: John and Ellen Macdissi
Brother: Robert Macdissi
Survived by:
Wife: Kirsten
Sons: Adam (Kristen) and Anthony (Sarah) Macdissi
Daughters: Elena (Joshua) Barker , Theresa (Alex) Knobbe
Brother: Mike (Mary) Macdissi
6 grandchildren
Omaha World Herald
Nov 2018
In Loving Memory of Thomas J. Macdissi
Born January 13, 1960 Omaha, Nebraska; Died November 10, 2018 Omaha, Nebraska
Visitation: 5:00-8:00 Thursday, November 15, 2018. Family Receiving Friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. 4:45-5:00 p.m. Knights of Columbus Rosary Service. 7:00 p.m. Vigil Service. St. John The Baptist Catholic Church.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Friday, November 16, 2018 St. John The Baptist Catholic Church. Celebrant: Father Stephen Gutgsell. Music: “On Eagles Wings” #437, “We Will Rise Again” #440, “Be Thou My Vision” #397, “Be Not Afraid” #432. AnnMarie Fereday, soloist, Molly Smith, organist.
Honorary Pallbearers: Tony Macdissi, Adam Macdissi, David Fucinaro, Alex Knobbe, Josh Barker, Don Casey, Mike Macdissi
~~~Obituaries and funeral leaflet courtesy of the Nebraska Washington County Genealogical Society. Newspaper clippings and leaflets on file in the Blair, Nebraska Public Library ~~~
Contributor: MrsB
Printed in the Nov. 20, 2018 Pilot-Tribune, Blair Nebraska
“We’ll take it from here” Fort Calhoun honors longtime firefighter Tom Macdissi
--by Leeanna Ellis, editor, Enterprise Publishing
Fort Calhoun Fire Unit 640 leads the funeral procession for Tom Macdissi along Clay Street to the Fort Calhoun Cemetery on Friday); (photo of Tom’s firefighting uniform; caption: Tom Macdissi’s helmet and protective fire gear wait at the ready on Fort Calhoun Fire and Rescue Unit 640 during the funeral service at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church on Friday)
Tom Macdissi was always there to help everyone.
Even following a leukemia diagnosis, the Fort Calhoun firefighter and paramedic was ready for the next alarm. Within the last month of his life, he continued to answer calls for the department.
“There were times that we noticed that he wasn’t feeling well. There were times he had to take a step back and rest,” Fort Calhoun Fire Chief Dan Mallory said. “But he was always there.”
Macdissi, 58, died Nov. 10 in Omaha. He was a 26-year member of the department’s first paramedics and served as an assistant instructor for EMT classes.
“He’s helped so many people learn the job of what we do as volunteers here,” Mallory said. “He was just a tremendous attribute to the community and we’re all saddened that he had to go through this and it’s a difficult time for everybody.”
Mallory described Macdissi as a dedicated volunteer.
“He always put others above himself,” Mallory said. “That I think will stand out as my memory of Tom. Just his ability to do that even when I know he was the one who needed the help, but he would never let you know that. That's just the kind of guy he was."
Don Casey, who has known Macdissi for 30 years and served 25 years on the department with him, echoed Mallory’s sentiments.
“He was a true fighter in that he never tapped out,” Casey said. “He wanted his life to mean something to other people. That’s why he loved to do calls to help other people.”
Casey said Macdissi was “a most excellent instructor” in both firefighting and in his job with Metropolitan Utilities District.
“He could judge the level of a person’s knowledge and get them trained,” Casey said.
Casey said he will miss talking with Macdissi about beekeeping a hobby both men shared, and family.
“Family was everything to him,” Casey said.
Both men had sons who served on the Fort Calhoun department. It was one of the reasons they became involved.
“We used to race our sons in getting our equipment on,” Casey said. “It was just a common bond between father and sons. He stuck with it after his sons went on to college.”
In February, Macdissi was named Enterprise Media Group’s Volunteer of the Year. He received the honor following his nomination from his fellow firefighters.
“Tom exemplifies what a volunteer should strive to be like. We believe he is the perfect candidate for Volunteer of the Year for Washington County,” they wrote. “For many years, his commitment to the community around him, Tom made the term ‘volunteer’ a reality. This is a part of Tom’s character that will never change.
“Maybe it is through the short span of life we really see someone for their true value and appreciate their existence and the commitment that so few show in our world,” the nomination continued. “We feel it is time to make it known to others what a humble guy can accomplish. Tom will seldom ever ask for himself nor will he seek the limelight so many others pursue. It is only right that at this time we recognize what Tom Macdissi has done for this county as an individual. He is someone who will always be committed to helping this community ant Washington County be a better place.”
On Friday, Fort Calhoun gave its final salute to the man who had dedicated his life to others.
A Fort Calhoun fire truck led the funeral procession from St. John the Baptist Catholic Church to the Fort Calhoun Cemetery. The back of the truck was adorned with Macdissi’s boots and bunker gear.
As the procession made its way to the cemetery, members of the Irvington, Bennington, Kennard, Ponca Hills and Blair departments and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office lined Clay Street to pay their respects.
The Washington County Dispatch gave its final call to Fort Calhoun 690.
“You are a mentor to all of us and your lessons in life will never be forgotten. Firefighter/paramedic Macdissi may you rest in peace as your work here is now complete. You’ll be missed by your family, your fire department family, the Fort Calhoun community and the surrounding departments in Washington County and Tri-Mutual Aid Firefighters Association. May peace be with you, my friend. We’ll take it from here.”
~~~ Obituaries courtesy of the Nebraska Washington County Genealogical Society. Newspaper clippings on file in the Blair, Nebraska Public Library ~~~
Contributor: MrsB
Tom is the son of John and Ellen Macdissi. He graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1983 with a degree in Civil Engineering and started his 36-year career at M.U.D.
He was also a certified paramedic and a dedicated volunteer for Fort Calhoun Fire and Rescue. He was a longtime member of the Westside Lions Club and the Knights of Columbus. He also served on the Fort Calhoun Rural Fire Board for many years. Tom was a man of many hobbies – he enjoyed sailing, beekeeping, and gardening. He is a proud grandfather of six grandchildren.
Preceded by:
Parents: John and Ellen Macdissi
Brother: Robert Macdissi
Survived by:
Wife: Kirsten
Sons: Adam (Kristen) and Anthony (Sarah) Macdissi
Daughters: Elena (Joshua) Barker , Theresa (Alex) Knobbe
Brother: Mike (Mary) Macdissi
6 grandchildren
Omaha World Herald
Nov 2018
In Loving Memory of Thomas J. Macdissi
Born January 13, 1960 Omaha, Nebraska; Died November 10, 2018 Omaha, Nebraska
Visitation: 5:00-8:00 Thursday, November 15, 2018. Family Receiving Friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. 4:45-5:00 p.m. Knights of Columbus Rosary Service. 7:00 p.m. Vigil Service. St. John The Baptist Catholic Church.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Friday, November 16, 2018 St. John The Baptist Catholic Church. Celebrant: Father Stephen Gutgsell. Music: “On Eagles Wings” #437, “We Will Rise Again” #440, “Be Thou My Vision” #397, “Be Not Afraid” #432. AnnMarie Fereday, soloist, Molly Smith, organist.
Honorary Pallbearers: Tony Macdissi, Adam Macdissi, David Fucinaro, Alex Knobbe, Josh Barker, Don Casey, Mike Macdissi
~~~Obituaries and funeral leaflet courtesy of the Nebraska Washington County Genealogical Society. Newspaper clippings and leaflets on file in the Blair, Nebraska Public Library ~~~
Contributor: MrsB
Printed in the Nov. 20, 2018 Pilot-Tribune, Blair Nebraska
“We’ll take it from here” Fort Calhoun honors longtime firefighter Tom Macdissi
--by Leeanna Ellis, editor, Enterprise Publishing
Fort Calhoun Fire Unit 640 leads the funeral procession for Tom Macdissi along Clay Street to the Fort Calhoun Cemetery on Friday); (photo of Tom’s firefighting uniform; caption: Tom Macdissi’s helmet and protective fire gear wait at the ready on Fort Calhoun Fire and Rescue Unit 640 during the funeral service at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church on Friday)
Tom Macdissi was always there to help everyone.
Even following a leukemia diagnosis, the Fort Calhoun firefighter and paramedic was ready for the next alarm. Within the last month of his life, he continued to answer calls for the department.
“There were times that we noticed that he wasn’t feeling well. There were times he had to take a step back and rest,” Fort Calhoun Fire Chief Dan Mallory said. “But he was always there.”
Macdissi, 58, died Nov. 10 in Omaha. He was a 26-year member of the department’s first paramedics and served as an assistant instructor for EMT classes.
“He’s helped so many people learn the job of what we do as volunteers here,” Mallory said. “He was just a tremendous attribute to the community and we’re all saddened that he had to go through this and it’s a difficult time for everybody.”
Mallory described Macdissi as a dedicated volunteer.
“He always put others above himself,” Mallory said. “That I think will stand out as my memory of Tom. Just his ability to do that even when I know he was the one who needed the help, but he would never let you know that. That's just the kind of guy he was."
Don Casey, who has known Macdissi for 30 years and served 25 years on the department with him, echoed Mallory’s sentiments.
“He was a true fighter in that he never tapped out,” Casey said. “He wanted his life to mean something to other people. That’s why he loved to do calls to help other people.”
Casey said Macdissi was “a most excellent instructor” in both firefighting and in his job with Metropolitan Utilities District.
“He could judge the level of a person’s knowledge and get them trained,” Casey said.
Casey said he will miss talking with Macdissi about beekeeping a hobby both men shared, and family.
“Family was everything to him,” Casey said.
Both men had sons who served on the Fort Calhoun department. It was one of the reasons they became involved.
“We used to race our sons in getting our equipment on,” Casey said. “It was just a common bond between father and sons. He stuck with it after his sons went on to college.”
In February, Macdissi was named Enterprise Media Group’s Volunteer of the Year. He received the honor following his nomination from his fellow firefighters.
“Tom exemplifies what a volunteer should strive to be like. We believe he is the perfect candidate for Volunteer of the Year for Washington County,” they wrote. “For many years, his commitment to the community around him, Tom made the term ‘volunteer’ a reality. This is a part of Tom’s character that will never change.
“Maybe it is through the short span of life we really see someone for their true value and appreciate their existence and the commitment that so few show in our world,” the nomination continued. “We feel it is time to make it known to others what a humble guy can accomplish. Tom will seldom ever ask for himself nor will he seek the limelight so many others pursue. It is only right that at this time we recognize what Tom Macdissi has done for this county as an individual. He is someone who will always be committed to helping this community ant Washington County be a better place.”
On Friday, Fort Calhoun gave its final salute to the man who had dedicated his life to others.
A Fort Calhoun fire truck led the funeral procession from St. John the Baptist Catholic Church to the Fort Calhoun Cemetery. The back of the truck was adorned with Macdissi’s boots and bunker gear.
As the procession made its way to the cemetery, members of the Irvington, Bennington, Kennard, Ponca Hills and Blair departments and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office lined Clay Street to pay their respects.
The Washington County Dispatch gave its final call to Fort Calhoun 690.
“You are a mentor to all of us and your lessons in life will never be forgotten. Firefighter/paramedic Macdissi may you rest in peace as your work here is now complete. You’ll be missed by your family, your fire department family, the Fort Calhoun community and the surrounding departments in Washington County and Tri-Mutual Aid Firefighters Association. May peace be with you, my friend. We’ll take it from here.”
~~~ Obituaries courtesy of the Nebraska Washington County Genealogical Society. Newspaper clippings on file in the Blair, Nebraska Public Library ~~~
Contributor: MrsB
He was also a certified paramedic and a dedicated volunteer for Fort Calhoun Fire and Rescue. He was a longtime member of the Westside Lions Club and the Knights of Columbus. He also served on the Fort Calhoun Rural Fire Board for many years. Tom was a man of many hobbies – he enjoyed sailing, beekeeping, and gardening. He is a proud grandfather of six grandchildren.
Preceded by:
Parents: John and Ellen Macdissi
Brother: Robert Macdissi
Survived by:
Wife: Kirsten
Sons: Adam (Kristen) and Anthony (Sarah) Macdissi
Daughters: Elena (Joshua) Barker , Theresa (Alex) Knobbe
Brother: Mike (Mary) Macdissi
6 grandchildren
Omaha World Herald
Nov 2018
In Loving Memory of Thomas J. Macdissi
Born January 13, 1960 Omaha, Nebraska; Died November 10, 2018 Omaha, Nebraska
Visitation: 5:00-8:00 Thursday, November 15, 2018. Family Receiving Friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. 4:45-5:00 p.m. Knights of Columbus Rosary Service. 7:00 p.m. Vigil Service. St. John The Baptist Catholic Church.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Friday, November 16, 2018 St. John The Baptist Catholic Church. Celebrant: Father Stephen Gutgsell. Music: “On Eagles Wings” #437, “We Will Rise Again” #440, “Be Thou My Vision” #397, “Be Not Afraid” #432. AnnMarie Fereday, soloist, Molly Smith, organist.
Honorary Pallbearers: Tony Macdissi, Adam Macdissi, David Fucinaro, Alex Knobbe, Josh Barker, Don Casey, Mike Macdissi
~~~Obituaries and funeral leaflet courtesy of the Nebraska Washington County Genealogical Society. Newspaper clippings and leaflets on file in the Blair, Nebraska Public Library ~~~
Contributor: MrsB
Printed in the Nov. 20, 2018 Pilot-Tribune, Blair Nebraska
“We’ll take it from here” Fort Calhoun honors longtime firefighter Tom Macdissi
--by Leeanna Ellis, editor, Enterprise Publishing
Fort Calhoun Fire Unit 640 leads the funeral procession for Tom Macdissi along Clay Street to the Fort Calhoun Cemetery on Friday); (photo of Tom’s firefighting uniform; caption: Tom Macdissi’s helmet and protective fire gear wait at the ready on Fort Calhoun Fire and Rescue Unit 640 during the funeral service at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church on Friday)
Tom Macdissi was always there to help everyone.
Even following a leukemia diagnosis, the Fort Calhoun firefighter and paramedic was ready for the next alarm. Within the last month of his life, he continued to answer calls for the department.
“There were times that we noticed that he wasn’t feeling well. There were times he had to take a step back and rest,” Fort Calhoun Fire Chief Dan Mallory said. “But he was always there.”
Macdissi, 58, died Nov. 10 in Omaha. He was a 26-year member of the department’s first paramedics and served as an assistant instructor for EMT classes.
“He’s helped so many people learn the job of what we do as volunteers here,” Mallory said. “He was just a tremendous attribute to the community and we’re all saddened that he had to go through this and it’s a difficult time for everybody.”
Mallory described Macdissi as a dedicated volunteer.
“He always put others above himself,” Mallory said. “That I think will stand out as my memory of Tom. Just his ability to do that even when I know he was the one who needed the help, but he would never let you know that. That's just the kind of guy he was."
Don Casey, who has known Macdissi for 30 years and served 25 years on the department with him, echoed Mallory’s sentiments.
“He was a true fighter in that he never tapped out,” Casey said. “He wanted his life to mean something to other people. That’s why he loved to do calls to help other people.”
Casey said Macdissi was “a most excellent instructor” in both firefighting and in his job with Metropolitan Utilities District.
“He could judge the level of a person’s knowledge and get them trained,” Casey said.
Casey said he will miss talking with Macdissi about beekeeping a hobby both men shared, and family.
“Family was everything to him,” Casey said.
Both men had sons who served on the Fort Calhoun department. It was one of the reasons they became involved.
“We used to race our sons in getting our equipment on,” Casey said. “It was just a common bond between father and sons. He stuck with it after his sons went on to college.”
In February, Macdissi was named Enterprise Media Group’s Volunteer of the Year. He received the honor following his nomination from his fellow firefighters.
“Tom exemplifies what a volunteer should strive to be like. We believe he is the perfect candidate for Volunteer of the Year for Washington County,” they wrote. “For many years, his commitment to the community around him, Tom made the term ‘volunteer’ a reality. This is a part of Tom’s character that will never change.
“Maybe it is through the short span of life we really see someone for their true value and appreciate their existence and the commitment that so few show in our world,” the nomination continued. “We feel it is time to make it known to others what a humble guy can accomplish. Tom will seldom ever ask for himself nor will he seek the limelight so many others pursue. It is only right that at this time we recognize what Tom Macdissi has done for this county as an individual. He is someone who will always be committed to helping this community ant Washington County be a better place.”
On Friday, Fort Calhoun gave its final salute to the man who had dedicated his life to others.
A Fort Calhoun fire truck led the funeral procession from St. John the Baptist Catholic Church to the Fort Calhoun Cemetery. The back of the truck was adorned with Macdissi’s boots and bunker gear.
As the procession made its way to the cemetery, members of the Irvington, Bennington, Kennard, Ponca Hills and Blair departments and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office lined Clay Street to pay their respects.
The Washington County Dispatch gave its final call to Fort Calhoun 690.
“You are a mentor to all of us and your lessons in life will never be forgotten. Firefighter/paramedic Macdissi may you rest in peace as your work here is now complete. You’ll be missed by your family, your fire department family, the Fort Calhoun community and the surrounding departments in Washington County and Tri-Mutual Aid Firefighters Association. May peace be with you, my friend. We’ll take it from here.”
~~~ Obituaries courtesy of the Nebraska Washington County Genealogical Society. Newspaper clippings on file in the Blair, Nebraska Public Library ~~~
Contributor: MrsB
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