Thomas William Brodle
August 6, 1946 – October 20, 2025
Thomas William Brodle, 79, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 20, 2025, in Casper, Wyoming, at Shepherd of the Valley Rehabilitation and Wellness Center.
Tom was born on August 6, 1946, in Forsyth, Montana, and grew up in Colstrip with his seven brothers and sisters. In the early 1960s, his family moved to Riverton, Wyoming, where he graduated from Riverton High School in 1964.
Immediately after high school, Tom enlisted in the United States Navy, serving aboard the USS Uhlmann as a gun fire control technician. He was a proud Vietnam veteran and was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal and two Bronze Stars for his service.
Following his military service, Tom lived in Los Angeles, working for RCA and later joining the Research and Development division at Disney. There, he helped develop systems for several of their theme park attractions—most notably contributing to the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland. He loved to say with a grin, “I make Mickey Mouse talk.”
Tom married the love of his life, Gloria Mers, on July 17, 1971. They moved back to Riverton in October 1978, where Tom worked at Union Carbide until 1983. He later joined Commercial Communications and, in 1994, began working for the State of Wyoming DOT, where he remained until his retirement in 2011.
Tom and Gloria built a life centered on love, faith, and family. Together they raised two daughters. Their eldest, Deborah Cabanaw of Riverton, is married to Shannon Cabanaw, and they have three children: Logan, Connor, and Faylinn. Their younger daughter, Lynnette Lindahl of Larkspur, Colorado, is married to David Lindahl, and they have four children: Alexander, Micah, Zachary, and Ethan.
He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Irene Brodle; his brother, Jer Brodle; his brothers-in-law, Leroy Schierkolk and Paul Lamb, niece, Tasha Brodle; and his nephew, Paul Kotas.
He is survived by his siblings: Kathleen Schierkolk, Patricia (Bob) Erwin, Jim (Carol) Brodle, Lorraine Lamb, Donna (Jeff) Hutchison, and Mike Brodle; as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews.
Tom enjoyed electronics and especially loved working on projects with his brothers, Jim and Jer. He was actively involved in his church, teaching Sunday School for both children and adults, and participating in numerous Bible study groups. His Christian faith was a cornerstone of his life—he had Psalm 103 fully memorized and lived out his love for Jesus daily.
He had a great sense of humor, a love for desserts, and a passion for going on walks and hikes with Gloria. He took special pride in keeping a well-manicured lawn and ensuring his family took annual vacations and attended family reunions. More than anything, he loved being a husband, father, and grandfather. He affectionately called his wife his “little Gloria,” and their 54-year marriage was marked by deep companionship and joy.
Tom will be remembered for his gentle spirit, sharp wit, strong faith, and unwavering devotion to his family. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and service.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Riverton. A lunch will be served following the service. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Tom’s life.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Help for Health Hospice, in care of the Davis Funeral Home, 2203 W. Main Street, Riverton, WY 82501.
Online condolences for Tom’s family may be made at TheDavisFuneralHome.com
Services are under the direction of the Davis Funeral Home of Riverton, Wyoming.