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Thomas Giordana Obituary
Thomas J. Giordana, "Tommy G", age 63, of Kaukauna, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 3, 2016. He was born on June 10, 1952 to Joseph and LaDonna (Steinbach) Giordana in Appleton. He graduated from Kaukauna High School in 1971 where he excelled in many sports. He married his high school sweetheart Peg Ott. Tommy attended Fox Valley Technical College for two years where he obtained an Associate's Degree in Business. He was the proud owner of Peg & Tommy G's bar for 35 years, during which time he made many lifelong friends. He was a board member of the Outagamie County Tavern League.
Anyone who knew Tommy, knew he was a people person who enjoyed talking about anything, except during the Packer games. He enjoyed spending time at his cottage in Lakewood where he would watch nature and take in its beauty around the campfire. Tommy would give the shirt off of his back to anyone who needed it and would always lend an ear. Family meant everything to Tommy, and he always went out of his way to make sure they were taken care of.
He is survived by his wife, Peg; his mother LaDonna Giordana; his brothers: Bill, Rodney (Jane), and Dan Giordana; his sisters: Cathy (Nick) Fink, Jodi (Ron) Holmgren, Beth (Bruce) Benotch, and Sue (Tim) Vanevenhoven; his mother-in-law Helen Krasniewski; brothers-in-law: Ron (Bonnie) Ott and Terry (Laura) Ott; sisters-in-law: Patti Christopherson, Kathy Weber, Tammy (Harv) Siebers and Karen Ott; god-children: Alex Benotch and Maggie Fink; his cats: Vinnie and Vino; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his father Joseph Giordana; father-in-law Kenneth Ott; brothers-in-law: Thomas Ott, Michael Ott, James Christopherson, Edmund Weber; and sister-in-law Carla Ott.
Memorial services for Tommy will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 13, 2016 at HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 309 Desnoyer Street, Kaukauna with Father Tom Pomeroy officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made out to Kaukauna Athletic Club. Boettcher Family Funeral Home of Kaukauna is assisting the family. www.boettcherfamilyfuneral.com. 920-766-2099
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Terri Conn
May 17, 2016
Sorry for your loss Peg. Tommy was such a sweet person. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
DANA HIPKE
May 14, 2016
"WHAT A DIFFERENCE A GOOD MAN CAN MAKE. OUR WORLD WON'T BE THE SAME WITHOUT HIM -- BUT THE NEXT WORLD HAS GAINED ONE HECK OF A SOUL!!" EXTENDING HEARTFELT SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF TOMMY G. (I AM COMFORTED IN KNOWING THAT BOTH TOMMY AND CARLA ARE TOGETHER.) GOD BLESS.
Laurie Hellersokolowski
May 13, 2016
How about that time in High School, almost time out and he tossed the ball from across the gym and went in at the Buzzer!
Can remember having to do assignment in Grade School. Telephone manners, suppose to call someone in the roll you sat in. Do not remember What we talked about, but was on the phone for a Long time!
Was looking forward to seeing him soon, as the river is now open again for Navigation and missed seeing the Locks in working shape. It was the best place to live!
May 11, 2016
Dear Peg,
My heart goes out to you. Words cannot express the heartfelt sympathy to you & the entire family. Should I not make the services, it is because out of state family is in town. Coming your way is a huge, long hug ..... All my best. Sue St. Pierre
Vicki Appleby
May 10, 2016
To Peg, and the Giordana family,
The world has lost a great man. Bob and I send our sympathy, our hugs and our prayers. Keep the memories close to your heart, and he'll always be with you. RIP Mr G. I hope heaven is ready for the amazing you..
Marcia and Bill Weber
May 9, 2016
Dear Peg and Family,
Our heartfelt sympathy to all. Tommy will be missed! What a loving heart he had.
peggi hoehne
May 8, 2016
You were my everything I will miss you more then then I can say I love you Tommy thank you for always being there for me
May 8, 2016
Karen and Giordana and Ott Families we are so sorry for your loss we will keep you in thoughts and Prayers the girls and everyone at Piggly Wiggly Little Chute
May 6, 2016
Karen and Ott family we are so sorry for your loss your in our thoughts and Prayers the girls from Little Chute Piggly Wiggly Bakery
Dave Verhagen
May 6, 2016
Peg, brother Bill, and all who grieve,
Tom's passing saddens so many people. It is a measure of the man that so many feel heartache...
Be well.
Jane Driessen
May 6, 2016
Peggy and all of Tommy's family: I'm so sorry to learn that Tommy has left this earth. Whenever Tommy was present he filled the room laughter and cheer, joy and fun, and a touch of mischief. His absence will cause a huge void.
Tommy and I were both born June 10, 1952. We shared St. E's nursery. Although I hadn't seen Tommy for a long time, at KHS we always called each other brother and sister because of our communal BD.
He always had a smile on his face.
How trite it sounds to just tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I'll hold you in my thoughts, knowing you all have another Giordana guardian angel watching over you.
Thomas Nienke
May 5, 2016
Peg and Giordana family,sorry for your loss,Tommy was a great man and will be missed very much. Had a lot of good times with him. RIP my friend.
Shari George
May 5, 2016
Our greatest gratitude to Tommy and peg for being there for us during our time of need and the Giordana family....forever grateful Shari George and Bob Fassbender family
Sue Vanden Heuvel
May 5, 2016
He will be so missed. God Bless and we will keep him in our prayers.
Gary & Sherry Hooyman
May 5, 2016
Peg and family in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda Kneepkens-Smithlin
May 5, 2016
Peg and entire Giordana family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I have many fond memories of Tommy from Holy Cross, through High School.
Peg, the love and wonderful memories will forever be with you.
God Bless.
( your freshman science partner)
Rick Agen
May 5, 2016
Sorry for your loss, Peg and Family, he was the best. My first football coach and the guy that nicknamed me "Little Nitsche" he will be missed!
Louie Gast
May 5, 2016
I am glad I took the time to visit Tom during the last couple months of his life. A true friend walks in when everyone else walks out.
May 5, 2016
I am so heartbroken to hear about the passing of Tommy G. He was a wonderful man, and it was a pleasure knowing him and his family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
-Hillary B.
Jay and Stephanie Wittman
May 5, 2016
Our thoughts are with you at this time. Remember a lot of great afternoons back in the day at the hill. He would always remind us we needed to get home before the school bus did.
Cindy Biechler
May 5, 2016
My deepest sympathies to Peg and all of Tommy's extended family. May all of the memories of better times get you thru the days ahead. He will always be with you in spirit.
Toni (Schmidt) Reh
May 5, 2016
Tommy was always a class act and had a kind word for everyone. RIP Tommy.
Kathy Keuler Kraus
May 4, 2016
My sincere sympathies to Peg and all family! Met Tommy and Peg in the good ole days in Sherwood at Michels. Always a kind and happy heart!
Kayleen Hammock. (Pahl)
May 4, 2016
To Peg and all the family. So sorry for your loss. He will be missed by everyone that knew him. RIP
Sharon Hertel
May 4, 2016
So sorry to hear about Tommy. One of my fondest memories of vacationing was the cruise of 1989 with the gang from Tommy G's. Thoughts and prayers for you Peg and to the entire family..
sue rosenthal
May 4, 2016
Remembering the times years ago when my brother, Bobby Dix, brought Tommy to our place near Navarino during deer hunting, and Tom fell a sleep in the recliner for most of the weekend and deemed it the best stand ever! Good times! He sure has a mountain of friends who will miss him! Sue Rosenthal...
julie wiegers
May 4, 2016
Dear Peg and the entire family, I would like to send my very heartfelt sorrow for you all. I hope Tommy is in a better place now having a big 'ol party with the rest of the family and friends. I am unable to make the service due to work but I sure will have you all in my thoughts. After all these years he always still had a hug and smile for me..he will be missed by many :(
sending an extra special hug to your sweet mom..
with all my love,
Julie agen wiegers
May 4, 2016
Peg and Family,
So saddened to hear of Tommy's passing.
We have great memories of him and visiting Kaukauna each summer will just never be the same.
With our deepest sympathies.
Bobby & Josie Kappell
Gary & Cindy Anderson
May 4, 2016
Peg & the entire Giordana family,
I had the pleasure of knowing Tommy since childhood, as we grew up in the same neighborhood. He truly was a kind & compassionate person, he'll be missed by many. Hold onto the memories, in your hearts. They will help you thru this difficult time. We extend our deepest sympathy.
May God Bless you each & every day
May 4, 2016
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
May 4, 2016
Peg our hearts go out to you and the Giordana family. Tommy will be missed so much. He was a special person. He loved everybody and everybody that knew him loved him. Dave & Sandie Nackers Kaukauna
Glenny & Cathy Hennes
May 4, 2016
Dear Peggy, Giordana Family & Ott Family...There are no words to tell you how sad Glenny & I are to hear your sad news. Tommy was one of a kind and will be in our hearts and minds for a long, long time....take care of yourselves as you all go through this huge loss..We are all grieving right along with you......
May 4, 2016
Peg, Dan, Jodi and family,
So sorry to hear about Tommy's passing. Our condolences to all of you. May God bless you during this difficult time.
Tom and Carol Stumpf
May 4, 2016
Our condolences to Peg and the entire Giordana family. Tommy was just a great guy. He will be missed immensely. Love you all! Shiner and Karen
RUSS CARPENTER
May 4, 2016
Peg our condolences , Tommy was an awesome guy and enjoyed the time with him.
Russ and Amy Carpenter
Jane & Steve Sprangers
May 4, 2016
Our prayers are with you, Peg and the entire Giordana family. I will always remember Tommy playing basketball in high school. He loved the game and it showed in his performance. xoxo
Dale and Elaine Mooney
May 4, 2016
So sorry to hear of Toms passing. Peg and family you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary Blair
May 4, 2016
Peg no words can say enough about Tom he was an amazing man.he will always be in my thoughts.love him so much and will always remember the good times we shared together.like he said lets have one.
Susie Allgeyer
May 4, 2016
Peggy and family,
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you. Tommy was such a great guy, and will be missed by so many people.
Susie and Michael Allgeyer
Tom and Rita Nagan
May 4, 2016
So sorry for your loss Peg, Tommy will always be remembered by all of us, he was a great friend. God's blessings to you and RIP Tommy.
Bill Ludvigsen
May 4, 2016
Peggy and family; I'm so sorry to hear of Toms passing, he will be resting in a better place now. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. From a classmate of yours and Toms. Bill Ludvigsen.
May 4, 2016
Our hearts break over the passing of Tommy he was a friend who will be missed. I'll always remember the great times on the golf course and shaking for drinks at the bar. Our prayers and condolences to Peggy and his family. Always keep him in your heart and he will always be with you.
Don & Linda Stefanic
May 4, 2016
Our prayers and condolences are with Peggy and all of Giordana clan! Tommy will be missed but his memories will always be with us! Ann & Dave Harris
LOUISE BECKLUND
May 4, 2016
WEEZIE!!!! Give me change for a quarter so I can leave you a tip!.......I have lots of great memories of Tommy, but that is my favorite. Both Ted and I will miss him very much. Kaukauna will not be the same without the icon in the window.
Mark coffey
May 4, 2016
Everyone Will miss Tommy! Condolences to Peg,and the large loved Giordana Family. Peace be to all.. RIP BIG GUY..
Steve and Kim Sturm
May 4, 2016
To the entire Giordana family,
We are so sorry to hear of Tommy's passing.
Keep the memories close. He will be missed.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Chris Greenwood
May 4, 2016
Thoughts and prayers are with you Peg and family.
Chris and JoJo
Jay and Amy Jansen
May 3, 2016
Sending our condolences to Peg and all the family and friends of Tommy G
Mike & Julie Peerenboom
May 3, 2016
Tommy we loved you so much and will miss seeing you in "your" bar stool at the bar!!! You will be missed every day :)
May 3, 2016
My deepest condolences to Peg and Tommy's family. This is a huge loss for all who knew him and loved him. My prayers are with you all of you.
Tom & Vick Driessen
May 3, 2016
Tommy will be greatly missed by all. Our condolences to all.
RIP Tommy
Don & Peg Gerrits
May 3, 2016
Our condolences go out to Peg and all of Tommy's family. He will be missed by many.
Cher & Greg Deering
May 3, 2016
Tommy was loved by everyone! He enjoyed life, family & so many friends:) I will miss not seeing him in his chair in the window:( Peg, we are here for you!
Jean Promer
May 3, 2016
I will miss that kiss I got every time I walked in to Tommy's. And of course all the fun times we had. Missing you already. RIP Tommy Jean & Dick too.
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