Tom Farrell

Tom Farrell, 49, died on January 28th 2008, while doing something he loved; taking his morning run through familiar neighborhoods of Roanoke County. He was struck by a car and died of those injuries. Tom had a strong belief in civic duty. He was a member of the Roanoke Valley Breakfast Lions club for 15 years, serving as president ’96-’97 and awarded Lion of the Year in 1993 and 1995. He was a coach and mentor with the SW County Youth Softball and Soccer League for many years. At the time of his death he was involved with HVHS Athletic Boosters and held membership with USA Swimming, enabling him to judge in RVAA and High School swimming. He was a member of the Roanoke Athletic Club for 18 years where he shared his passion for fitness with many friends. Tom loved keeping active. He was a terrible golfer, an improving swimmer and a great runner. He ran through cities worldwide and entered countless local races. He ran in and finished the Richmond Marathon in 2006 and 2007.