Tom was born in Columbia, Missouri on April 2nd, 1975. In his youth, Tom was active in 4-H, FFA, the Missouri Junior Limousin Association, and the Missouri Cattleman’s Association. He was a graduate of Hickman High School. Tom received his FFA American Farmer Degree in 1995.
Tom began his career as an Excavating Contractor, later returning to farming, his true passion, where he remained.
Tom was married to Jennifer Bittner on May 21st, 2011. He was past president of the Missouri Farm Pullers. He loved John Deere but was rarely in agreement with the engineers who designed them. He loved production agriculture, was an avid promoter of youth in agriculture, tractor pulling and cattle. But most of all, he cherished his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife Jennifer, son Blaine, daughters Lillie and Madeline, and parents Lee and Connie.
Tom’s Home Going service will be held at the family’s home Saturday, May 14th, 2022 at 5:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations for his son Blaine’s education fund would be deeply appreciated. Please make checks payable to Blaine Grant and mail to Memorial Funeral Home, Attn: Samantha, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, Missouri, 65202.