On October 18, 2010 of District Heights, MD. Brother of Barbara Kramer and Charles Elam. He was preceded in death by his brother Richard Elam. Thomas worked as an installer for C&P Telephone Company for 30 years. He was also navy veteran of World War II serving at the Naval Research Center. He shared a long term friendship with his friend Betty Carson until her death. Tom shared his fascination for the arts in his frequent visits to the National Gallery of Art. His brother Charlie would accompany Tom several times a month to enjoy this shared interest in art and especially the lectures on Sunday. The family will hold a private service at a later date.