Timothy "Tim" Thomsen

Wow!!! What a beautiful testimony to Tim and his work. I’m so sorry for your loss. He was far enough ahead of me in school that I didn’t know him well. But he was always very kind. Jay (my husband who worked in the college of pharmacy) had many conversations with him regarding palliative care and admired his care of those patients who needed him, and definitely remembered him carrying the 3 legged stool around. This is a huge loss, which happened gradually over the years, and now has come to an end. ❤️💔

My husband, Dan and I both have great memories of training under this man. He left an impression on everyone that he came in contact with. He was very special. Our condolences to your family.
Sara Burnham Wing

I sat in a palliative meeting with him at the helm. He displayed the most integrity, openess, realness and compassion during that session. What a solid, good man who contributed greatly to so many lives. What a wonderful legacy he leaves.

Tim was a grade behind me at MVH. He was an outstanding person in all aspects. He also was the surgeon for my my brother-law in Iowa City. It is no wonder that he became such a sucessful doctor remembering what I do about him. My condolences to his family!

I have very fond memories of Tim! We shared birthday date and always called each other as brothers!
He was a colorful person with multiple talents and unlimited energy! May his soul rest in peace.

Dr. Thomsen was an extraordinary man and truly an angel on earth. After the passing of our dad, he offered me so much kindness, support, and guidance. He continued to mentor me throughout my undergraduate years and graciously allowed me to shadow him numerous times while he worked as a palliative care physician. We stayed in contact over the years, and he would always ask how school was going and how I was enjoying my work in the operating room. His genuine compassion, wisdom, and encouragement meant more to me than I can express. He had a remarkable ability to positively impact the life of everyone he met. I will forever remember his wise words and the kindness he showed me during such an important time in my life. He will be deeply missed. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and loved ones.

I had the privilege and honor to work along side Dr. Thomsen while he was the Medical Director for the UIHC Palliative Care Team. His compassion for each of his patients and their family members will leave a lasting memory for me as one of the very BEST! He spoke highly of how proud he was of his kids and grandkids and wanted to spend more time with them when he retired. He devoted his life to caring for others and leaving a lasting imprint in the lives he touched. May he rest high and know he was “one of a kind!”
Bless the Thomsen Family through this deep loss.

After a day of tears in finding out of Tim’s death …I have few words that can express my sadness. Tim was a childhood friend. We grew up together with my brother Steve and his sister Barb. We were family. When Steve died at age 21 in a MVA, Tim stepped up. My family, and my shattered heart will forever be grateful for how he held us together, even as his own heart was broken. We kept in touch through a lifetime. He journeyed with me at my father’s end of life. He visited Mom at the nursing home and attended her Wake in March. (He and mom were each others hero’s) He remained constant, kind, strong, and exceptional. I am so very lucky to have known him for a lifetime. And he carries my childhood, our laughter, shenanigans, and tears, as he soldiers upward. I imagine Tim, Steve, and Barb together and that comforts my heart. My deepest sympathies to his brother Bill, sisters Mary and Martha. And to his children and grandchildren who carry his DNA and his heart. Rest in peace, Tim. Barb Wolfe

Thinking of Dr. Thomsen and the whole Thomsen family and how welcomed I was into your lives and home. Everything from rope swinging over the creek to tumbling over my borrowed bike’s (Dan’s?) handlebars into the ditch. Stacking firewood for the winter to shooting baskets in the summer. Myst, Maelstrom, and ClarisDraw on the Mac to aerobie over at the sod fields. My youth was shaped by your family’s generosity and kindness and was capped by Dr. Thomsen leading a group of us to and through the Grand Canyon after graduation. I hope you are all doing well and reliving the many fond memories in your heads. I know I’ve never stopped.

I am so grateful I had the opportunity to learn from Dr. Thomsen in 2016 during my music therapy internship at UIHC. He truly was a champion for inter-professional collaboration and valued all members of the team. Dr. Thomsen had such incredible energy and passion for his work! I always remember he and Dr. Clark with their 3-legged stools so they could sit face to face with patients and families. Dr. Thomsen’s legacy lives on in so many ways!

Wouldn’t even know where to start… many memories- and you gave Jim and I strength during many rough times. Wrestling mentality- “always be ready to do one more take down…” rest in peace my friend… always….

My deepest condolences to the Thomson family. Heaven has truly gained an Angel.

I was very saddened to learn of Tim’s passing. He was a class mate and friend of mine from the Mt. Vernon Class of 1967. We had known each other through years of classes, Velvet Curtain productions, senior year class officers, and as a cheerleader, I cheered him on when he was in wrestling matches. Whenever there was a class reunion, and he was present, we would pick up where we left off, as if no time had passed. Tim was brilliant, quick-witted, (sometimes mischievous), and charming. It was no surprise to me, after reading his obituary, that he had a profound and positive impact on the lives of his patients during his medical career. The tributes by his family at the memorial service were very touching and reflected the love and respect they held for him.

My prayers and deepest sympathy to Tim’s family.