I think even though "Tom was out" he was still in the know in most family matters and would know how the family traitor would come at Michael. It seems Tom was one of the most trusted "sons" of Vito in my opinion.

Just like how they are seated at the funeral, I know it was for the movie sake, but that would also show Tom was thought of as a son in all matters.

Kind of like how even though Michael had nothing to do in the family matters, after Vito was shot he was there in the meeting figuring how who needed to be killed even though he was not in the family yet per se. (the 1st meeting I mean, where Sonny said Paulie had to be killed)

Last edited by dixiemafia; 11/14/16 08:58 PM.