Mr. J. Thomas Lytle

February 10, 1959 - December 17, 2015

J. Thomas Lytle of Paulsboro, NJ passed away on December 17, 2015. He was 56 years old. He is survived by his brothers and sisters, James Lytle of Paw Paw, Michigan, Mary and John Oksten of Paulsboro, William Jr. and Jane Lytle of Spring Hill, FL, Betty and Robert Reimer of Marlton, J. Michael and Pam Lytle of Gibbstown, Anne and John Daly of Mantua, and many friends. Tom was a dreamer, philosopher, and world traveler. He lived in Texas, Colorado, California, and passed through many more states in his travels. He always ended up back in Paulsboro, where his trademark mode of transportation was his bike. Tom was well-read and always carried a library card. At some points in his life, it was the only ID he carried. He had the gift of gab and enjoyed hanging out with his friends on the porch, at the river, or in the local bars. He could converse about many subjects, whether it was sports, music, or current events. He prided himself in his manners, which he attributed to his beloved mother. Tom was predeceased by his parents, Mary and Bill. He was devoted to them in their old age, helping them in the ways that he could. Tom loved music, especially classic rock. At the end of his life, he probably would have looked back and mused, in the words of Jerry Garcia, “What a long, strange trip it’s been.” There will be a Celebration of Tom’s Life at the Alibi Inn in Paulsboro at a later date. Arrangements by McBride – Foley Funeral Home, Paulsboro. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The Boys and Girls Club of Paulsboro, 916 Penn Line Rd., Paulsboro, NJ 08066 or at http://gcbgc.org//. Memories can be shared at www.mcbridefoleyfh.com