August 3, 1946 - July 12, 2025
Thomas John Palanca passed away July 12th 2025. Tom loved his family, especially his grandchildren. Beloved husband of Marlene Palanca nee Berner for 56 years. Loving father of Thomas and Michael Palanca. Loving grandfather of Drew and Leela Palanca and Noel Palanca, their mother. Brother of Pat Palanca and (Pam) Palanca.
Dear son of late Thomas and Mary Palanca. Uncle of several nieces and nephews. Tom was an army veteran in Vietnam in 1967. Tom enjoyed watching the Chicago Bears, his favorite team.
Family visitation at Abraham Lincoln Military Cemetery
20953 West Hoff Rd. Elwood, IL 60421
September 18th at 11:00
