Thomas Bernal

Thomas Bernal, a dedicated heavy equipment operator, passed away on October 29, 2024 in Safford, Arizona. Born on August 18, 1967, in Denver Colorado to parents Manuel Bernal, Sr and Cecilia Gallegos Solano. Thomas lived a life marked by hard work and determination.

Tom will be sorely missed by a great multitude of people who's lives he touched. Tom loved mining (moving dirt as he would say) it was his joy and he was good at it. Those who knew him in the mining industry referred to him as "Tom Cat or Legend" He was proud to be a mentor to those coming into the mining industry and watching them excel. 

He loved the great outdoors fishing camping, riding ATVs with his friends, and of course his concerts. Boy did he love his concerts. He was an artist and a carpenter, a man with many talents he was a sports enthusiast and he loved his Denver Broncos. 

He leaves behind his children Brandi (Jeremy) Jennings and Brian Bernal, siblings Manuel (Julie) Bernal, Eleanor (Jim) Codding, Lillian Bernal, Cindy (Ramon) Chavez, Arthur (Jessica) Jaquez. Also the loves he shared his life with; Sherri Butcher, Leann Madrid, and his love Julie Dunivent, he cared deeply for them all.  As well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He joins in eternity his parents Manuel Bernal, Sr and Cecilia Solano.

Tom had a heart of Gold and would give the shirt off his back for anyone he loved. 

We will all miss him dearly. Rest in peace Tom and we'll see you on the other side.

No services are planned at this time.