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Tom Orton passed away on Saturday Feb. 6th due to complications from aquaired hemophila. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Kathryn Orton of Houston Texas, son Daniel Orton, and daughter Sarah Orton. He was also the proud gradfather of Tommy and Amelia Schweikert. Tom worked for Boeing as an Electrical Engineer on aircraft and the International Space Station. He was always willing to help out those in... see moreTom Orton passed away on Saturday Feb. 6th due to complications from aquaired hemophila. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Kathryn Orton of Houston Texas, son Daniel Orton, and daughter Sarah Orton. He was also the proud gradfather of Tommy and Amelia Schweikert. Tom worked for Boeing as an Electrical Engineer on aircraft and the International Space Station. He was always willing to help out those in need and will be remembered for his humor, smile, and love of life. We will miss him very much.