Thomas D. Sambrook
November 1, 1949 ~ April 20, 2021
Resided in:
Portland, ME
Portland-Thomas (Thom) Dwight Sambrook, 71, longtime resident of Portland, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2021, with his Smudge by his side.
Thom was born in Gardiner, Maine on November 1, 1949 the son of the late Alfred E. and Betty (Chase) Sambrook. He attended local schools and graduated from Gardiner Area High School in the class of 1968. He furthered his education at Fordham University and the University of Maine, Augusta.
Thom loved the theater especially musicals. He had a wonderful voice and loved to dance. He was a past member of the Augusta Players, Gaslight Theatre and Portland Lyric Theatre. He directed, sang and choreographed many musical productions with Gaslight Theatre. Thom, our brother, was a lover of fine cuisine and his daily martini. Thom disliked work and was always waiting to hit the lottery!
Thom is survived by his sisters and brother-in-laws, Sara and Bill Hasty of Gardiner, Valerie and Sam Hudspath of Belgrade, Darcie Sambrook of Waterville, and Estelle and Bud Holmes of Eckert, CO; his nephews, Seth (Brianne) Hasty and their son, Abe, of West Gardiner, and Tony Hasty (Tracy London) of Westbrook; several aunts and cousins; as well as many friends.
Due to Covid restrictions there will be no services at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of the Conroy-Tully Walker Funeral Home, 172 State Street, Portland, ME. To view Thom's memorial page, or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com
Those who wish may make memorial contributions in Thom's memory to: Boys & Girls Club of Kennebec Valley, Capital Campaign, 14 Pray Street, Gardiner, ME 04345 or to your local theater group.
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Miss you Brudda…finally got to clean your place…hahaha.
– Darcie Sambrook
So sorry for your loss. He was a hoot. He always made me laugh or smile. Dotty
– Dotty Hinckley
Time rehearsing plays spent with Thom Sambrook and his mom, Betty Sambrook, were memorable to say the least! Somehow, the shows always went on; despite numerous interruptions and frequent drama (not in the play scripts). MIRACLES! Someone should have been filming the process of prepping these plays! Talk about ideas for future sitcoms! Thom would often direct us and challenge us! Some of Thom’s play choices made us scratch our heads! With his out of the box direction and Betty’s networking – no play way impossible! When you shared the stage with Thom, you MADE SURE you memorized HIS lines, too. He WAS ALWAYS in character… His casts signed on for the ride of their lives; once they joined a cast *with Thom directing! He was devoted to theater. It was in his blood! He and his mom managed to gather up folks, who never thought of going on stage! We became family, friends, and to this day, love to reminisce about theater days with Thom and Betty! Thom and I regularly exchanged FB posts with one another. I loved his sense of humor! He never held back on FB! Unfiltered and fun! What a character! His mom, Betty, must be gathering up troops of angels for heavenly performances! She and her son will be together again! A dynamic duo! Thanks for the memories, Thom! You will be a tough act to follow! Love you, my friend! Break a leg! Donna Dachs
– Donna Dachs
I am so sorry for Toms loved ones .God Bless.
– David
Tom class of “68”. His talents were many and his heart was warm to all. Sincere condolences to his sisters and their families. He will be missed!
– Pat Greenleaf
Thom and I and Misha drove across country to San Diego CA. in my v4 deluxe Saab. It was and adventure , filled with laughs a good time. See you later
– Susan Roberts
I’ve known Thom for a long time, most recently as my neighbor in Portland. I was so sad to learn of his passing. We will all miss him here in Parkside. He was a delightful, charming man. My condolences to his family. May he Rest In Peace.
– Annie Wadleigh
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– Priscilla & Mary