Thomas A. Dingwall Sr.

Also known to his family and many friends as Tammy, Gramps or Daddy Dinger, Tom passed away at home in Santa Rosa, CA, February 15, 2016 at the age of 81. A native of Santa Cruz, he was reared and educated in Petaluma, graduating from Petaluma High School, Class of 1953. He later attended SRJC and PG&E Electrical Training. Tom also served in the National Guard for 20 years and he retired from PG&E in 1993 after 35 years of service. After retirement, he worked another 18 years at the Konocti Vista Casino until 2013. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Dingwall and is the beloved father of Kathryn Schnell (Steve), Mary Clifford (late Mike Clifford) and Tom Dingwall Jr. (Nellie). Cherished grandfather of Court Dingwall (Taryn), John G. Frazell (Sarah), Jennifer Searles (Kasey) and Katie Frazell. Loving great grandfather of Ava Dingwall andCharlotte Frazell. Also survived by his brother Joe Kelly; his sister-in-law, Topsy Agius and family and dear friends David Carmichael and Mark & Genia Turner. At the request of Tom, there will be no services. LAFFERTY & SMITH COLONIAL CHAPEL.