abstract:Tom Hunter (14 September 1946 – 20 June 2008, Bellingham, Washington) was an American folksinger best known for his children's songs, such as My Washing Machine Eats Socks. His best known song is Rock Me to Sleep, about a man who is "tired of trying to figure things out, and tired of being so strong".
"The contribution of successful business people like Sir TomHunter cannot be underestimated and plays a vital role in supporting and encouraging our entrepreneurship education at all levels, " he added.
Retail entrepreneur TomHunter and Icelandic group Baugur sold their combined 21% stake in House of Fraser on 13 September, raising speculation that other UK retail groups could now be bid targets.