TOM III, famed tiger mascot for the UofM, passes away
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TOM III, who was a part of one of the most glorious periods in University and athletics history, passed away Friday less than three weeks after his 12th birthday.
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The beloved tiger mascot passed away Friday less than three weeks after his 12th birthday.
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