Thomas E. Christian, Sr. was welcomed by our Lord on Tuesday, September 27, 2022, at the age of 76. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on January 6, 1946, to the late Ray I. and Clare Osborn. He is also preceded in death by his loving aunt and uncle, Jim, and Irene Christian, who became his adoptive parents after his parents passed away when he was just a boy, and by many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Tom loved God with all his heart, was a faithful follower his entire life, and led his children to a life with Jesus. Tom would always say “My name is Tom Christian, and I am a Christian.” He had all the hope and promise of Heaven with God. Tom and his loving wife Judy are dedicated members of Lewis Center United Methodist Church.
Tom worked hard his entire life to provide for his family, even working two jobs at a time when necessary. He was a dedicated retail manager for most of his life which included working for Big Bear Stores, CVS stores and Team Deli, the business they owned and operated for many years.
Tom was a loving, devoted, and proud husband, father, and grandfather. He also valued education and ensured all his children were successful and received college degrees. The greatest success in his life was his family.
He will be deeply missed by his loving family; his devoted wife of 57 years, Judy; children: Tammy (Rob) Daniels, Tom (Amy) Christian and Tim (Kim) Christian; known as Papa to his grandchildren: Katelyn Daniels; Hailey, Jack and Abby Christian; and Tenley Christian; along with his adoptive sisters: Vickie Christian-Heid and Kim Martin.
On Monday, October 3, 2022, his Funeral Service will be held at the Lewis Center United Methodist Church, 1081 Lewis Center Rd. in Lewis Center at 11:00am, with visitation from 10:00am to service time. Interment to follow at Green Lawn Cemetery.
Services have been entrusted to SCHOEDINGER NORTH, 5554 Karl Road. Please visit www.schoedinger.com to send messages of support to his family.
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