Thomas Lawrence Berggren, Sr.

Thomas Lawrence Berggren Sr. passed away at his residence on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at the age of 80 years. He was a native of Uptown, New Orleans and resided in Marrero, Louisiana for the past 42 years. He is retired from the Jefferson Parish Pumping Station and worked for many years as an electrician.
Beloved husband of Patricia Guidry Berggren. Loving father to Thomas Jr. (Rochelle), Terry (Sherrie), Kim (Jerry) and Mark (Rhonda). Loving grandfather to Christopher (Heidi), Tiffanie (Patrick), Rachael, Bridget, Kayla, Bailey, Zeb, Collin, Julia, Zayn and Terri. Loving great-grandfather of Patrick, Peyton, Greer and Sophia. He is survived by his sister Jane.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Louis S. and Bernadette Jones Berggren and siblings, Joseph (Nelvia), Mary (Harold), Betty (Bill), Jimmy (Carmen) and Janice (Raymond). Also survived by many nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to Heart of Hospice New Orleans for their wonderful care, support and compassion during this difficult time.
Thomas served his country in the U.S. Army and was Junior Warden of the Marrero Masonic Lodge No. 479 F & AM where, in five years, they proudly raised over $50,000 which was donated to charities. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society ( www.cancer.org ).
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at MOTHE FUNERAL HOMES, 2100 Westbank Expy., Harvey, LA on Saturday, August 6, 2016 from 3 PM until 10 PM.
For directions or to view and sign the online guest book, please visit: www.mothefunerals.com .