Homewood, Illinois
Thomas J. Opyt, died suddenly November 25, 2008. Loving husband of Karen, nee Holmgren; devoted and loving father of
Timothy Roger and the late Melissa"Missy" Ann. His children were the love of his life. Loving son of the late Thomas and
Josephine Opyt; fond brother of Joan
(Dr. Raymond) Romanus, Alice (Richard)
Kozdras and the late Phyllis (Robert) Kabat; loving son-in-law of Jeanette (the late
Roger) Holmgren; fond brother-in-law of Daniel Holmgren; devoted uncle of Debra (Joel) Bahr, Rob (Julie) Kabat, Marybeth (Dwayne) Horton, John and Kathleen
Romanus, Julie (Keith) Lopatka and Susan(Noah) Turner; loving great uncle of Erin, Kyle and Tara Bahr, Jessica and Nicole
Kabat, Clare and Lily Lopatka and Riley
Turner. Tom was the former owner of Community Opyt Funeral Home in Riverdale and served the funeral profession his entire life. His dedication to families and friends whom he helped in their time of grief was of great importance to him. Tom served on the IFDA District 2 Board. He was past President of the Riverdale Chamber of Commerce for many years. Tom was an avid sportsman. He was a proud lifetime member of the Piscateers Club and the former Hemmingway Hunt Club. His greatest joy in life was the years he spent with his devoted canine companions, the late Moose, Jill, Josh, Jake and currently Misty. Tom was a dear friend to many and will be greatly missed. Resting at the Tews Funeral Home, 18230 Dixie Hwy. Homewood Sunday from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral 9 a.m. Monday, to St. James Church, 22400 S. Torrence Ave., Sauk Village, IL. Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Memorials to the South Suburban Humane Society, P.O. Box 744, Chicago Heights, IL, 60411, or the Chicago Legal Clinic, 2938 E. 91st. St., Chicago, IL, 60617, would be appreciated. 708-798-5300.
Read MoreKaren and Tim
I just found out about Mr. Opyt's passing and would like you to know you are in my prayers. It has been years since we last spoke or have seen one another but I think of your family very often.
Love,
Shannon Cunningham
Shannon Cunningham
March 30, 2009 | Schererville, IN
Karen and Tim,
Maggie and I are deeply sorry for your loss. Tom was a good friend of mine, I will cherish his friendship forever. He always made me laugh and we could talk for hours and make it seem like minutes. He has touched more lives than we will ever know. We are sorry we lost contact with you over the years but you were always in our thoughts and prayers. If ever you need anything Karen, please give us a call.
Jim and Maggie Kessler
February 27, 2009 | HIGHLAND, IN
To The Opyt Family: I wish to offer my deepest sympathies on your loss. Tommy was a great guy and a joy to work with on IFDA matters.
Monica Gray
December 15, 2008 | Homewood, IL
Tim and Karen-
My thoughts are with you. I am sorry I could not make it to Illinois in time.
Andrea Camino
December 14, 2008 | Northridge, CA
Dear Karen and Tim,
We were so saddened by the news of Tom's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
I was just thinking about your family and looking at dates to invite you and Tom over for the Christmas season.
Tom shall always be remembered in the Chisausky Family prayers, as will you and Tim as you struggle with the future.
May the Great Spirits of Tranquility, Serenity, Posterity, and Good Health watch over you and Tim all of your days!
Larry & Susan Chisausky
December 08, 2008 | Peotone, IL
Karen and Tim,
I was overwhelmed when I was told of Tom's passing. I consider him one of my best friends and had a lot of fun with him over the years. I am honored that I knew the family and was able to give Tom support when he needed it. He was one the best men I've ever been privileged to know.
My prayers are with you and Tim and I pray God brings him into the company of the saints there to enjoy the reward of a life well lived - an eternity with God.
May his soul...
Dennis Duffner
December 05, 2008 | Crete, IL
Dear Karen....our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We know somehow that our families are related although distantly. Tommy and his parents were always there for all of our family when they passed on. He had just promised Dad at my uncle and aunt's funerals that he would take care of him when it was his time....Dad used to deliver pizzas to Tommy and his friends when they lived on State Street above the funeral home....they talked about old times just last year...Tommy will be...
Karen Opyd
December 04, 2008 | Matteson, IL
Jean and I are sorry we were out of town during this time. Tom and Karen are very dear friends of ours, and he will be sadly missed. Our prayers are with the family.
Frank and Jean Koehler
December 03, 2008 | Bourbonnais, IL
Tom was truly a wonderful and special person. I wish to extend my deepest and heart-felt sympathy and sincere condolenses.
John R. Cheeks
December 02, 2008 | Woodridge, IL
