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Thomas Youngstrom Obituary
Mears
Thomas Ray Youngstrom, 85, of Mears, passed away in his family home April 25, 2020. He was born March 18, 1935, in Cook County, Ill., the son of Axel and Dagmar Youngstrom.
Tom grew up and lived on the family farm in Mears since he was five years old. He was the youngest of six boys. Tom went on to join the United States Army and was stationed in Germany. He was a heavy equipment operator at the Oceana County Road Commission for 30 years. Tom also farmed, growing asparagus and other crops. In his later years, he enjoyed riding his four-wheeler around the property and tinkering in his shop.
Tom is survived by his wife of 50 years, Nancy (Wyckoff) Youngstrom; children, Bill (Nancy) Wittkamp, Monica (Brian) Snider, Scot (Deanie) Wittkamp and Bradley Youngstrom; grandchildren, Leslie (Jordan) Dahlke, Aaron (Shannon) Snider, Amy (Doug) Irvine, Danielle Tiefenthal, and Nathan Wittkamp; great-grandchildren, Gavin, Kenleigh, Tyson, Emmalynn, Tripp, Maverick, Frances, and Maitlynn; brother, Roy Youngstrom; sisters-in-law, Josie Youngstrom, Kelli Youngstrom and Rose Youngstrom; and nieces and nephews, Dave Youngstrom, Mike Youngstrom, Patricia Ramthun, Carl Youngstrom, Steve Youngstrom, Joan Gerwig, Scott Youngstrom, John Youngstrom and Monica DuMonte.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Howard Youngstrom, Clifford Youngstrom, Ervin Youngstrom and Robert Youngstrom.
Cremation has taken place, and a memorial service will be at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hart Congregational United Church of Christ, 408 S. State St., Hart, MI 49420.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
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Wayne and Kathi Plaunt
April 30, 2020
So sorry to hear about your Dad; Monica!! Sending prayers to you and your Family. Hugs to you!
Chris & susan Christman
April 30, 2020
Nancy, Monica, brad all of the family we send our deepest sympathy and thoughts and prayers for all of you. McDonald and his coffee crowd will certainly miss him.
Ruth Babbitt
April 29, 2020
Nancy and family,
I was so sorry to read of Tom's passing. I remember him well from school. I'm glad for you that you had so many years together! Still, that doesn't make this easier, does it? I'm going to be thinking of you and praying for your peace and comfort.
Lovingly,
Ruth
April 29, 2020
Nancy and children, So very sorry for your loss. Prayers and love sent to each of you. Bev Riggs
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Robbie and Laura Smith
April 29, 2020
From all of our family to all of yours, we are deeply saddened by your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Deepest love from Robbie, Laura and our family.
Carolyn Reed
April 29, 2020
RIP Tom. You were one of the best.
Dean Graboskey
April 28, 2020
I'm so sorry for you and your family Brad.
Carol Perschke
April 28, 2020
Scot and family. My heart aches for you. Prayers for you all.
April 28, 2020
Sorry for your loss Nancy .
Ray and Brenda Hindman
April 28, 2020
Nancy, Brad and all the family so sorry for your loss.
Mark R. Parrish
April 28, 2020
To the Family of Mr. Thomas R. Youngstrom,
The membership of American Legion Post #234 in Hart, Michigan, would like to share our deepest sympathy with your family on your loss. Mr. Youngstroms service to our country makes him a hero as far as were concerned and certainly youre very proud of him, too. We want you to know that his brothers and sisters in arms now share in your grief.
Warmest Regards and God bless you all.
Mark R. Parrish, Commander
Ruth Watkins
April 28, 2020
Dear Nancy and all of Tom's family. I'm so sorry for your loss. You all have my deepest sympathy.
Carol Page
April 28, 2020
Hugs and prayers to you all! We are sorry for your loss. Dick and Carol
Betty Lou Pleva
April 28, 2020
Thinking of you during this most difficult time. Sending my sincere sympathy. Betty
Carolyn Ritter
April 28, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all the family.
Judie Burmeister
April 28, 2020
Extending our sympathy in your family's loss. Prayers and fond memories.
Kathy Prowant
April 28, 2020
Sorry for your loss and praying for your family.
Jean Blackmer
April 28, 2020
Dear Nancy,Monica,Brad and all your family members. Bob and I are sorry for your loss. May you take comfort in the fact that he is at peace now and knowing that you took the best care possible of him and loving him along the way. May you Rest In Peace Tom. Sincerely, Bob & Jeanne Blackmer
Judith Conner
April 27, 2020
Brad, So sorry to read of your father passing away. I enjoyed visiting with him at our July party in the park in Mears. Prayers for you and your family.
Pat Schaner
April 27, 2020
So very sorry for your loss. Praying your happy memories bring you comfort. Love, Pat Schaner
Janice Stover Thompson
April 27, 2020
Nancy and family: We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this very difficult time.
Janice and Terry Thompson
Ruthie Glover
April 27, 2020
Just read Tom's obit and realize I worked with his wife Nancy many moons ago,I didn't know Tm but heard a lot about him from Nancy. Want to express my sympathy to Nancy and their family. RIP
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