Thomas A. Linn, 48, died on April 5, 2014. Thomas was an accomplished athlete, world traveler, and entrepreneur. Growing up in Tucson, Thomas developed a life-long passion for racquetball during his teen years. His skills on the court eventually earned him an invitation to compete for a spot on the U.S. Olympic Team. He was also a founding member of the "Splat Cats" at the University of Arizona and continued to play with other founding members until his death. Although he was a dedicated Wildcat, Thomas spent a number of years volunteering his time coaching the ASU Racquetball Team and led them to a National Championship. Thomas was also passionate about aviation and automobiles. He founded a number of successful aviation companies and was considered a respected leader in the Private Aviation World. Over the last twenty years he has provided aviation services to Heads of State, celebrities from music, television, and film, CEOs, Royalty and all categories of V.I.P. guests and clients. Automobile driving, racing, and car-shows were other passions for him. Thomas is survived by his wife, Jennifer, an extended family and countless friends. His life will be celebrated on April 19, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Church located at 11300 N. 64th Street in Scottsdale, Arizona. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to the Thomas Linn Memorial Fund aka the "Make it Rain" Fund. For information contact the Arizona Community Foundation, 2201 East Camelback Road, Suite 405B, Phoenix, Arizona 85016, 602-381-1400 or www.azfoundation.org. (Source: Arizona Republic)