Lyn Thomas (Tom) Pehl |
| Posted 2008-05-17 by Judy Wight Branson |
| Daily Courier, Prescott, Arizona Sunday, May 11, 2008 Tom Pehl died accidentally May 8, 2008, at his home in Chino Valley. Lyn Thomas Pehl was born July 15, 1947, in Prescott, the son of Lee Albert & Edith (Corkhill) Pehl. Tom was 61 years old. Tom was very proud to be a native of Prescott, Ariz. Tom grew up in the Camp Wood area where his father worked as a cowboy on the Paddock Ranch. Tom cowboyed on the YOLO and the Cross U ranches, before moving to Chino Valley and becoming a farmer. He later opened up his own sawmill. He retired from Yavapai County Road Department after 16 years of service. Tom was mayor of Chino Valley from 1976-1980, and served on the Chino Valley school board from 1981-1983. For years, Tom supported and hauled his family all over Arizona to various horse events. He enjoyed the last few years learning to ride cutting horses from his son, Lee. He loved competing at the local Northern Arizona Cutting Horse Association. He is survived by his loving “bride,” Pat, of 40 years; son Lee (Dolisa) Pehl; daughter Kelly (Jason) Perkins; grandchildren Colee & Austin Pehl, and Bryce Perkins; older brothers Bob, Bill & Bud Pehl; and sister Doris Chiantaretto. Tom will be greatly missed by all those who loved him, including his many nieces, nephews, neighbors and friends. A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Friday, May 16, 2008, at the Chino Valley United Methodist Church, 735 East Road 1 South. In lieu of flowers, donations could be made in Tom’s memory to the United Methodist Church. Chino Valley Mortuary assisted the family with arrangements. Information provided by survivors. |
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