Tom Bishop

February 2, 2021

Tom Bishop passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at the age of 86. He was born in 1934 in Thomasville, AL to the late Curtis and Lillie Vee Bishop. Tom was raised in Mobile and resided in Mandeville for the last 40+ years. He attended Howard College in Birmingham, AL and made many lifelong friends. He is survived by his wife of 63 years Marie Cangemi Bishop, son Anthony Bishop (Sallie), son Christopher Bishop, and daughter Lori Ann Bishop. Also surviving him is his granddaughter Lillie Bishop, and great grandchildren Jayden, Michael, Rebekah, James, and Charles. Also survived by nephews Steve, Jeff, and Russell Henley, Bill and Kenny Lofton, niece Cathy Chakiris and his aunt in Mobile Billie Kohen, all of whom were very special to him, as well as numerous friends. He was preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law Nan Jo and Dr. Bill Henley. Tom was a Factory Representative with Tappan Company for over 30 years. He appeared one morning in the kitchen – looked at his wife and said “Marie, I’m tired, I’m taking early retirement.” After gaining consciousness she said, “What?!” In his Tom Bishop voice he said “Yep that’s it.” With that she knew the discussion was over. All went well for 24 years. Tom loved playing golf. He had wonderful golfing buddies and as most everyone who knew him knows he was just “a tad” competitive. He was extremely proud to have been in the Marine Corps. He certainly did enjoy talking about it without any encouragement. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church for 42 years. He was quite proud of being a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus Council 9240. Tom worked a few years with St. Vincent DePaul Society, a wonderful organization. He was a member of the Faith and Fun at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. He couldn’t say enough about this incredible group. They were like family. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great gradfather, and is deeply loved and will be missed by all who knew him. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Celebration of Life Mass on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at Our Lady of The Lake Catholic Church, 312 Lafitte St., Mandeville, LA. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM, Rosary to begin at 11:30 AM, and Mass will begin at Noon. Inurnment will be private in Alabama on Friday, February 12, 2021. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Dr. Ralph Millet, and Tiffany, and his Home Health Nurse Kathy. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Arrangements entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home, Covington, LA. Condolences and tributes can be posted at www.serenitycovington.com