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Robert Thomas Malcolm

Date of Death: December 31, 1969

Robert T. “Tom” Malcolm., Jr.

Robert Thomas “Tom” Malcolm, Jr., 68, of Lake Frederick, Virginia and Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, died peacefully on Tuesday, August 30, 2011, at his home in Lake Frederick.

Mr. Malcolm was born in 1943, in Cumberland, Maryland, the son of the late Robert T. and Verdie Malcolm. He was a graduate of Shepherd College; James Madison University and Virginia Tech, before beginning his 33 year employment with Frederick County Public Schools. Mr. Malcolm retired as Superintendent in 1998. He was also the Human Resources Director at Shockey Companies from 1998-2009. After retirement, he opened RTM Consultants, LLC until his final retirement in 2011.

Mr. Malcolm was a proud member of First Baptist Church in Winchester, where he served as Deacon, Greeter and Sunday School Teacher. In addition, he sat and chaired many church committees. He was also a member of numerous civic organizations, devoting much time to his community.

He married Carolyn Gordon on August 15, 1965, in Paw Paw, West Virginia.

Surviving with his wife are two children, Mark B. Malcolm of Summit Point, West Virginia; Mary M. Moore and her husband, Stephen, of Cross Junction, Virginia; three grandchildren, Taylor, Madison and Damon; his step-mother, Analea Malcolm of Paw Paw, West Virginia; two sisters, Jody Ellis and husband, Jay, of Ellicott City, Maryland, Lisa Sions and husband, Scott ,of Cross Junction, Virginia; brother, John Malcolm and wife, Jill, of Slanesville, West Virginia. One sister, Bonnie Weidner, preceded him in death.

A celebration of his life will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday at First Baptist Church with Pastor George Fletcher officiating, Interment will be private.

The family will receive friends on Friday evening, from 4:00-8:00 PM, at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, 205 Piccadilly Street, Winchester, Virginia 22601 or the R. Thomas Malcolm Scholarship Fund, c/o Frederick County Public Schools, 1415 Amherst Street, Winchester, Virginia, 22601 or Charity of Choice.

Please view obituaries and tribute wall at www.ompsfuneralhome.com

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Robert T. “Tom” Malcolm., Jr. Robert Thomas “Tom” Malcolm, Jr., 68, of Lake Frederick, Virginia and Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, died peacefully on Tuesday, August 30, 2011, at his home in Lake Frederick. Mr. Malcolm was born in 1943, in Cumberland, Maryland, the son of the late Robert T. and Verdie Malcolm. He was aContinue Reading

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Garnetta Johnson left a message on September 1, 2011:
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The Doom family left a message on August 31, 2011:
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Virginia Compton left a message on August 31, 2011:
Iremember "Mr. Malcolm" from when I was younger as my principal at Senseny Road Elem. School in 1966. As the years went on, he became a close family friend to my parents,Eugene and Lucy Oldt. He was a very loving and caring person and a pleasure to be around. He was always willing to help and never hesitated when I asked him to be a pallbearer at my mother's funeral. He will be greatly missed!! Virginia Compton "peachie"
Dr. Edgar B. Hatrick, III left a message on August 31, 2011:
Twenty years ago Tom Malcolm provided guidance to me as a new superintendent. His love of children and his skills at working with people were models for many of us in public education. Tom was devoted to his family, his community, and Frederick County's school children. His voice and his wisdom will be missed. May God comfort Carolyn and their children in this time of loss. Ed Hatrick Superintendent Loudoun County Public Schools
Timothy K. Hockman left a message on August 31, 2011:
Tom was a wonderful man. He truly cared about and enjoyed people. He will be truly missed. Tim, Patsy and Allyson Hockman
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Ray and Robin (Gordon) Bunting left a message on August 31, 2011:
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Michael D. Hough left a message on August 31, 2011:
Tom Malcolm was one of the finest men I have ever known, a gentleman in the truest sense of the word. I feel a great loss because of his passing and extend my sincere condolences to the Malcolm family. Michael Hough
Becky Fishel left a message on August 31, 2011:
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Richard V. Reedy left a message on August 31, 2011:
I was devastated when I learned that Tom had passed away. A former Superintendent of Frederick County Schools, a fellow Rotarian, but most importantly a wonderful friend to so many. This is almost too much to believe. Tom was one of those people that you expect to be here forever - always upbeat, happy, and bringing joy to so many people. I think his true legacy will be his love of kids, my son Michael included. All of our lives are so much richer for having known Tom. Rest in peace, dear friend! Rich Reedy
Missy and Chetty Spielman left a message on August 31, 2011:
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John and Jane Gordon left a message on August 31, 2011:
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John and Jane Gordon left a message on August 31, 2011:
Tom and I played basketball in high school together and had fun doing what boys did in the 1950s and early 1960s. He was a great guy, quality person, and special friend. My wife and I will treasure our many fond memories of times we shared with Tom and Carolyn. Our prayers go out to Carolyn, Mary, and Mark.
Robert Eugene Spencer Sr. left a message on August 31, 2011:
Mr. Malcolm spoke with me when I was being recruited to play basketball at Shenandoah University. I felt comfortable taking his advice because he too was a Paw Paw West Virginia resident and understood what probably was best for me. Now I am a teacher myself. Thanks Mr. Malcolm and may you rest in peace. Rob Spencer Sr.
Pamela Gibson left a message on September 1, 2011:
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Judith Reiter left a message on September 1, 2011:
I had the privilege to meet Mr and Mrs. Malcolm and their children and oldest grand daughter as one of his nurses. Mrs. Malcolm stayed day and night in his hospital room and was a remarkable, loving caretaker. They celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary in the hospital with a bouquet of 47 spectacular long stem red roses in a giant fishbowl vase. I believe Mr. Malcolm's sister was responsible for the flowers. While working with Mr. Malcolm, I learned a lot about his life, career and hobbies. I knew he was a very special man. We had some good laughs together also. I am sorry the treatment he received with us did not help him. I am sending the Malcolm family my sincere condolences. Judith Reiter RN
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Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Joe Lohr left a message on September 1, 2011:
Tom was one of the most careing people we knew he loved his family,and his many friends. If it was over the back fence,at a function that was going on in the country or town he always took afew minuets to stop and say hello.Deep sympathy to his family. he will be truely missed. Joe and Brenda Lohr
Richard V. Reedy left a message on September 1, 2011:
Tom was an amazing man, and friend. I have known him for years, and frankly I'm devastated at his passing. He was a former Superintendent of Frederick County Schools, a fellow Rotarian, but most importantly a great friend to so many. This is almost too much to believe. Tom was one of those people you expect to be around forever - always upbeat, happy, and bringing joy to so many people. I think his greatest legacy will be his love for kids, my son Michael Thomas Reedy included! Tom seemed to have a special connection to kids which I guess explains his lifetime work of trying to make things better for kids. Tom was loved and will be missed by so many. Rest in peace, dear friend!
Jim and Hazel Petry left a message on September 2, 2011:
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public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
I had the privilege to meet Mr and Mrs. Malcolm and their children and oldest grand daughter as one of his nurses. Mrs. Malcolm stayed day and night in his hospital room and was a remarkable, loving caretaker. They celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary in the hospital with a bouquet of 47 spectacular long stem red roses in a giant fishbowl vase. I believe Mr. Malcolm's sister was responsible for the flowers. While working with Mr. Malcolm, I learned a lot about his life, career and hobbies. I knew he was a very special man. We had some good laughs together also. I am sorry the treatment he received with us did not help him. I am sending the Malcolm family my sincere condolences. Judith Reiter RN
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
"My candle burns at both ends It will not last the night; But ah, my foes, and oh, my friends - It gives a lovely light. " Edna St. Vincent Millay Tom, you have been a light to so many, and it will continue to shine in our hearts and memories forever. Love and sympathy to Carolyn, Mark and Mary. Mike & Veerle Foreman
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Mr. Malcolm will be greatly missed! I've worked for a number of superintendents in my career and Mr. Malcolm is the benchmark the others are measured against. He made a point of knowing everyone's name. He was a good friend to Frederick County School's librarians.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Tom was an outstanding Superintendent of Schools. He loved the children and made sure they were the primary focus of the school system. He will be missed.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
I will never forget my first day of kindergarten at Senseny Road, I saw Mr. Malcolm. I was scared at first because he was so big but wasn't long that I found he was a very gentle kind man. I am so saddened by the passing of Mr. Malcolm, Frederick County has lost a wonderful man who truly loved children and always put us first! My condolences go out to his family, but there is no doubt in my mind he is wrapped in God's arms at peace. Robin Howett
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
I met Tom on my first day at Senseny Road School as a new teacher. We had not met when I was hired. he introduces himself and we chatted for a few minutes. twenty minutes later he introduce me to the faculty like I was a long-lost friend. i will always remember the warmth and kindness he extended this newcomer. His leadership, sincerity and vision will long be remembered in Frederick County and he will be sorely missed. May God's blessing comfort Carolyn, Mary, Mark and family.
Barbara left a message on January 30, 2013:
I grew up across the road from Tommy in Paw Paw, WV and was best friends with his sister Bonnie. I also knew Carolyn ("Butch) his wife. I remember in high school Tommy was a great basketball player. When his sister Bonnie got married in Winchester, my husband, Charlie, and I were in the wedding party and stayed overnight with him & Carolyn and will always remember "the feather bed". We express our deepest sympathy to Carolyn and Tommy's children and extended family.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
We look back at fond memories of our sons, Mark and Chuck, growing up together from kindergarten through graduation from James Wood. Our thoughts and prayers are with Carolyn, Mark and Mary. Charles & Eleanor Frame
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Mr. Malcolm spoke with me when I was being recruited to play basketball at Shenandoah University. I felt comfortable taking his advice because he too was a Paw Paw West Virginia resident and understood what probably was best for me. Now I am a teacher myself. Thanks Mr. Malcolm and may you rest in peace. Rob Spencer Sr.
Virginia left a message on January 30, 2013:
Iremember "Mr. Malcolm" from when I was younger as my principal at Senseny Road Elem. School in 1966. As the years went on, he became a close family friend to my parents,Eugene and Lucy Oldt. He was a very loving and caring person and a pleasure to be around. He was always willing to help and never hesitated when I asked him to be a pallbearer at my mother's funeral. He will be greatly missed!! Virginia Compton "peachie"
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Twenty years ago Tom Malcolm provided guidance to me as a new superintendent. His love of children and his skills at working with people were models for many of us in public education. Tom was devoted to his family, his community, and Frederick County's school children. His voice and his wisdom will be missed. May God comfort Carolyn and their children in this time of loss. Ed Hatrick Superintendent Loudoun County Public Schools
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Tom was a wonderful man. He truly cared about and enjoyed people. He will be truly missed. Tim, Patsy and Allyson Hockman
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
I was devastated when I learned that Tom had passed away. A former Superintendent of Frederick County Schools, a fellow Rotarian, but most importantly a wonderful friend to so many. This is almost too much to believe. Tom was one of those people that you expect to be here forever - always upbeat, happy, and bringing joy to so many people. I think his true legacy will be his love of kids, my son Michael included. All of our lives are so much richer for having known Tom. Rest in peace, dear friend! Rich Reedy
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
We, Steve and Valerie McLaughlin, lived in the same apartment building iwith Tom and Carolyn in Winchester when the four of us were newlyweds. We look back fondly at those times and are grateful to God for allowing us to know Tom and Carolyn. Though we didn't see each other alot in the years that followed, we remained good friends and experience a feeling of great loss at Tom's passing. We extend our utmost sympathy and pray for God's sustaining grace to all of them.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Joe left a message on January 30, 2013:
Tom was one of the most careing people we knew he loved his family,and his many friends. If it was over the back fence,at a function that was going on in the country or town he always took afew minuets to stop and say hello.Deep sympathy to his family. he will be truely missed. Joe and Brenda Lohr
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Tom was an amazing man, and friend. I have known him for years, and frankly I'm devastated at his passing. He was a former Superintendent of Frederick County Schools, a fellow Rotarian, but most importantly a great friend to so many. This is almost too much to believe. Tom was one of those people you expect to be around forever - always upbeat, happy, and bringing joy to so many people. I think his greatest legacy will be his love for kids, my son Michael Thomas Reedy included! Tom seemed to have a special connection to kids which I guess explains his lifetime work of trying to make things better for kids. Tom was loved and will be missed by so many. Rest in peace, dear friend!
Steve and Valerie McLaughlin left a message on August 30, 2011:
We, Steve and Valerie McLaughlin, lived in the same apartment building iwith Tom and Carolyn in Winchester when the four of us were newlyweds. We look back fondly at those times and are grateful to God for allowing us to know Tom and Carolyn. Though we didn't see each other alot in the years that followed, we remained good friends and experience a feeling of great loss at Tom's passing. We extend our utmost sympathy and pray for God's sustaining grace to all of them.
Michael M. Foreman left a message on August 30, 2011:
"My candle burns at both ends It will not last the night; But ah, my foes, and oh, my friends - It gives a lovely light. " Edna St. Vincent Millay Tom, you have been a light to so many, and it will continue to shine in our hearts and memories forever. Love and sympathy to Carolyn, Mark and Mary. Mike & Veerle Foreman
Ann Tinsman, JWHS 1984-93, SHS 1993-1998 left a message on August 31, 2011:
Mr. Malcolm will be greatly missed! I've worked for a number of superintendents in my career and Mr. Malcolm is the benchmark the others are measured against. He made a point of knowing everyone's name. He was a good friend to Frederick County School's librarians.
Greg McGee left a message on August 31, 2011:
Tom was an outstanding Superintendent of Schools. He loved the children and made sure they were the primary focus of the school system. He will be missed.
Robin L. Howett left a message on August 31, 2011:
I will never forget my first day of kindergarten at Senseny Road, I saw Mr. Malcolm. I was scared at first because he was so big but wasn't long that I found he was a very gentle kind man. I am so saddened by the passing of Mr. Malcolm, Frederick County has lost a wonderful man who truly loved children and always put us first! My condolences go out to his family, but there is no doubt in my mind he is wrapped in God's arms at peace. Robin Howett
Barbara (Eaton) Wescoat left a message on August 31, 2011:
In honor of Robert Thomas Malcolm, Barbara (Eaton) Wescoat lit a candle.
Judy Reed Fogle left a message on August 31, 2011:
I met Tom on my first day at Senseny Road School as a new teacher. We had not met when I was hired. he introduces himself and we chatted for a few minutes. twenty minutes later he introduce me to the faculty like I was a long-lost friend. i will always remember the warmth and kindness he extended this newcomer. His leadership, sincerity and vision will long be remembered in Frederick County and he will be sorely missed. May God's blessing comfort Carolyn, Mary, Mark and family.
Barbara (Eaton) Wescoat left a message on August 31, 2011:
I grew up across the road from Tommy in Paw Paw, WV and was best friends with his sister Bonnie. I also knew Carolyn ("Butch) his wife. I remember in high school Tommy was a great basketball player. When his sister Bonnie got married in Winchester, my husband, Charlie, and I were in the wedding party and stayed overnight with him & Carolyn and will always remember "the feather bed". We express our deepest sympathy to Carolyn and Tommy's children and extended family.
Eleanor E Frame left a message on August 31, 2011:
We look back at fond memories of our sons, Mark and Chuck, growing up together from kindergarten through graduation from James Wood. Our thoughts and prayers are with Carolyn, Mark and Mary. Charles & Eleanor Frame
Sharon Clark left a message on August 31, 2011:
In honor of Robert Thomas Malcolm, Sharon Clark lit a candle.
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