Thomas “Tom” Allen Floch, 66, a deep-rooted Central Park resident passed away on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023 at his home surrounded by his wife and children.

Tom was born on May 7, 1957 to parents Harvey Floch and Dorothy (Camas) Floch in Aberdeen, Washington. Tom was raised in Montesano. He began playing sports at an early age and played well into his college years. He attended Montesano High School, playing baseball and football, where he excelled. He graduated in 1975, then went on to play baseball for Centralia College, eventually transferring to Grays Harbor College continuing to play baseball, and graduating with an associate of arts degree.

Tom lived in the Satsop area for a few years and attended The Evergreen State College for some time before meeting the love of his life, Jamie Baylous. They married on Dec. 1, 1982 in Reno, Nevada. Tom and Jamie found their forever home in Central Park, and started building a family. They had a son and two daughters, but knew their family was not complete until they adopted an additional 6 sons. Their big loving hearts blessed them with 7 sons and 2 daughters. Tom had success in many careers throughout his life and eventually retired from the pipefitting union, after quite a few years.

Tom’s greatest love was his family. He spent his summers camping with them at his property and was famous for his barbecued chicken and smoked salmon dip. He was also an avid outdoorsman, hunting for deer and duck and fishing for salmon and steelhead. He shared his skills and joy of this with friends and family. Tom also enjoyed watching professional sports, but more importantly made a point to attend all of the kids and grandchildren’s games and events. Tom was loved beyond words and will be missed upon any measure.

Tom is survived by his wife of 40 years, Jamie Floch, who resides in the family home; sons: Tom (Jenny) Floch of Cosmopolis, Washington; Jesse Ray (Nathan) Floch of West Palm Beach, Florida; Harvard Floch of Aberdeen, Washington; Brandon (Jennifer) Floch, of Aberdeen, Washington; Jessy Lee (Bailee) Stewart of McCleary, Washington; Austin (Kelsey) Floch of Olympia, Washington and David (Stephanie) Floch of Hoquiam, Washington; daughters, Trista (Kyle) Hegel of Aberdeen, Washington and Melissa (Robert) Veach of Aberdeen, Washington; brothers: Mark Floch of Oakville, Washington and Jeff Floch, of Montesano, Washington; and 11 beautiful grandchildren.

Tom is preceded in death by his parents Harvey and Dorothy Floch and brothers Jim Floch, Matthew Floch and Greg Floch.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023 at 1 p.m. located at Grays Harbor Foursquare Church (4800 Central Park Drive) Aberdeen, Washington. If you wish to leave a memory or note of condolence for the family, please visit www.fernhillfh@gmail.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Twibell’s Fern Hill Funeral Home in Aberdeen, Washington.