He was a loving husband to Sherry for 30 years, and Joyce (deceased) for 29 years. Tom is survived by his wife, Sherry, and his sister, Gloria Wilger. Tom and Joyce are survived by their children, Steven (Jeannie), Janice (John), Debra (Joseph), Theresa (Fred), and grandchildren, Joyce, Michael, Amanda, Megan, Stephanie, Joseph, Melissa, Frederick, Sarah, and great grandchildren, Alazae, Caden, and Margo.
Tom, born in Aurora, IL, lived in California for the past 30 years. He was an active member of Mission San Luis Rey Parish in Oceanside, CA for several years, where he was a photographer and member of Knights of Columbus #3162.
In Illinois, he was a 1954 graduate of Marmion High School and an Army Veteran. He worked as an optician in Downers Grove. He will be most remembered for his Catholic faith, loyalty, and love for his family and his love of photography, golf, and music.
Visitation Tuesday, February 27th, 2024 from 3:00 to 8:00 PM; Funeral Wednesday, February 28th, 2024 at 10:00 AM from Curley Funeral Home, 6116 W 111th Street, Chicago Ridge, to Our Lady of the Ridge Church, 108th & Oxford Ave, Chicago Ridge; Mass 11:00 AM; Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery; In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Silverado Memory Care Calabasas, Alzheimer's Association, or Catholic Charities.
Fo Funeral info, please call 708-422-2700, or www.curleyfuneralhome.com
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