Tom R. Hartley, 70, passed away on August 7th after a battle with pancreatic cancer.  He died peacefully at Hospice of the Valley. Tom was brave and reflective due to his faith in the Lord. He had proudly just received his 28th chip from AA.  Tom was a journeyman carpenter until sustaining a work injury then worked in sales. He was smart and funny and enjoyed fishing, golfing, NASCAR, and crossword puzzles. Tom was always inventing something. His last invention was a golf putter.  Tom lost his wife, Marilyn, 10 years ago due to illness. He was her loyal caregiver for several years.  He is survived by his son, Travis, sister, Bonnie, cousins and friends. Tom was loved and is greatly missed.  A Celebration of Tom's life will be held on Friday, December 4, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Richardson Funeral Home, 2621 South Rural Road, Tempe, Arizona.. If able, please donate to the American Cancer society or Hospice of the Valley.  Richardson Funeral Home, Tempe, Arizona is compassionately serving the Hartley family.