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Thomas P. Wagner (Tommy) of Sheboygan Wisconsin was born in August of 1935. He passed away on April 6th, 2024, at 88 years old at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice surrounded by his family. Thomas was preceded in death by his parents; Joseph & Margaret Wagner, brother; George and sisters; Mary, Peggy, and Patricia (Peachy). Tommy married Judith Huberty in May of 1959. They were to celebrate 65 years together in May 2024. Tommy was blessed with three children; Thomas M. (Nancy), Theresa (Pete), and Mary Jane. As well as three grandchildren; Stephanie (Michael), Bryce, and Connor.
Tommy’s philosophy was work hard, play hard. His life story showed dedication to everything he decided to do. He attended Saint Clement’s Catholic School and Sheboygan North High School and also played semi-pro football for the Manitowoc Chiefs in the early 1950s. Tommy enlisted and retired from the National Guard after 32 years of service. Tommy had many passions including landscaping of his own yard as well as the Immaculate Conception Cemetery. Passing the time by getting coffee with “the boys” and reading the newspaper was something he always looked forward to. Tommy was a lifelong St. Louis Cardinals fan. This was due to the fact that when he was younger, the only radio station that came in for him broadcasted the Cardinals games.
Tommy started working and training at Kohler Company after graduation moving through many positions and supervising in Cast Iron. His career allowed him to travel and meet wonderful friends in Canada, China, and Mexico. In his years at Kohler Company, he was a member of the quarter century and half century club. To the last breath, Tommy loved his life at Kohler Company. He retired from the Kohler company after 51 years. He then came back and consulted, ending with 68 years of service – one of his proudest accomplishments. Tommy was a Kohler man, and his family is so thankful for all the stories and memories that have been shared about his time throughout the years. He always prioritized what was best for those he worked with, making sure that he was a good leader while still meeting the goals of the company. It was the men and women who worked so hard that made him successful.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, April 12, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 1305 Humboldt Ave., Sheboygan with Fr. Kenneth Anyanwu officiating. Family and friends may gather at the church on Friday morning from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Mass at 1:00 p.m. Entombment will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery Mausoleum. VFW Post 9156 will be providing military honors.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to honor Tom’s life to the Immaculate Conception Cemetery Fund, The Gathering Place at St. Paul Lutheran Church, and Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice.
So many people deserve our many thanks. We couldn’t have provided the care without our angels nesting around us in the community: The “spit-fire” volunteers at The Gathering Place at St. Paul Lutheran Church for giving Tom quality life in a time where each day was unknown. Lisa Wagner for taking such good care of Tommy at Kohler Company and picking him up for breakfast with the foundry boys. McDonald’s coffee crew that offered transportation. Embrace Care for always being so flexible. Bre, our in-home hospice nurse. Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice staff and volunteers that helped provide end of life care. Dr. Tracy Sherman, for helping us with Tom’s geriatric care. Thank you to all the friends & family who stopped by and visited with Tommy over the years. Our list could go on forever. To the many wonderful people that have come to offer emotional and physical support, just know that we are grateful for everyone helping us out in this season of life.