Thomas Alvin Doerer

Thomas Alvin Doerer passed away Monday, April 24, 2023 from complications due to having Type 1 Diabetes at Ochsner Medical Center in Kenner, Louisiana. Tommy was born in New Orleans on November 24, 1959. He was a life-long resident of Kenner, Louisiana. Tommy's work career was in the oil and gas refinery business. He worked his way up to the position of Shift Superintendent at ExxonMobil and PBF Refinery in Chalmette, Louisiana. In his spare time early in his career, he really enjoyed coaching his son's baseball teams at Butch Duhe Playground in Kenner. He also became an avid freshwater fisherman. Tommy was also known for being able to fix just about anything that involved a broken down motor. Tommy also took pleasure in mentoring the younger guys at the refinery. One of those young men he showed great interest in mentoring was Colby Ridgley. Tommy was very proud of this young man. Tommy had many friends who loved him dearly, which was made evident in his final days. Tommy was also known for speaking the truth, whether bitter or sweet. If you were looking for what a real man looks like, then look no further than Tommy Doerer. A protector and provider for his family to whom he showed a limitless amount of love for. There aren't any words to describe how much he will be sadly missed. Tommy leaves behind his loving wife Stacy, his two sons David Doerer (Kristen) and Chris Doerer (Annalyse), his three grandchildren Chris "Bubby", Jade and Danica Doerer. He was the son of Lois Burkey and the late William Doerer. He was the older brother to, whom he would say was a light in his life, Helen Margaret Brindell (Karl), Andrea Hamilton and Tammy Sanders (Steve). A loving brother in law to Carol Clark. Uncle to Joseph and Tony Stephens. Uncle to Hillary and Kathryne Brindell, Taylor Steen (Cody) and Sean Anderman. Cousin to Floyd Junior Allemore and Adair Dixon (Tim). Tommy's family would like to give a special thanks to all his neighbors who helped him in the final weeks of his life. He was very thankful. Also Caitlyn, the hairdresser, thank you for making sure Tommy was looking good even in his most difficult days. He really appreciated it. To the Ochsner Kenner Staff, thank you so much for all you did in making Tommy comfortable in his last days. Truly a blessing it was. Chaplain BJ Tapley, thank you for coming to Tommy's bedside and lifting him and his family up with prayer and praise during the most difficult times. Relatives and friends are invited to Tommy's Funeral Service at 11:00 AM on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at L.A. Muhleisen & Son Funeral Home, 2607 Williams Blvd., Kenner, LA 70062.The service will be led by Pastor Jerry Riggs. Visitation will be from 8:30 AM-11:00 AM.

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Thomas Alvin Doerer

November 24, 1959 - April 24, 2023