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Thomas R. Fehlberg

Thomas Fehlberg Obituary

RACINE - Thomas R. Fehlberg, 72, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, February 27, 2007, at his residence. Thomas was born in Racine July 5, 1934, son of the late Theodore and Julia (nee: Crangle) Fehlberg and had been a lifelong resident. On October 8, 1960, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Tom was united in marriage to Joan M. Hansen, who preceded him in death November 13, 1973. Tom was employed with the Racine Fire Department for 25 years, retiring as Lieutenant in 1982. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and time spent at his cottage. More than anything, Tom cherished his time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren. He will be dearly missed. Survivors include his children, Steven Fehlberg of Rockford, Ill., Sandra (Kirt) Daniels of East Troy, Michael Fehlberg of Racine, Sheryl (Gary) Adamowicz of Racine; grandchildren, Chad and Cory Fehlberg, Alix and Vincent Daniels, Brianna Fehlberg, Amanda, Jessica, and Jennifer Adamowicz; sister, Barbara (Jens) Andersen of Racine; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Richard Hansen of Texas, Janice (Terry) Koechell of Racine, Tom (JoAnne) Hansen of Racine, Judith (Charles) Evinic of Florida; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and dear friends. In addition to his parents and wife, Joan, Tom was preceded in death by his brother, Gerald (Patricia) Fehlberg; and nieces, Julie and Lynn. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1533 Erie Street, Saturday, March 3, 2007, 10 a.m. with Rev. John D. Aiello officiating. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Kinzie Avenue. Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the funeral home Friday from 5 until 8 p.m. and at the church Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass. MARESH-MEREDITH AND ACKLAM FUNERAL HOME 803 Main Street 634-7888

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Published by Racine Journal Times on Mar. 1, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Fehlberg

17 Entries

JoAnne and Tom Hansen

March 16, 2007

Here's to a brother-in-law who made you feel like one of the family the first day he met you. Joan was the same way. Both wonderful people persons who were warm, friendly, accepting and just great to be around.

Miss you Uncle Tom. Christmas won't be the same without you.

Love forever, Aunt JoAnne and Uncle Tom

Jenny Johnson

March 13, 2007

Sandy and family...so sorry to know your dad passed away. Praying for you all in the coming weeks and months!

Lisa Mounts

March 11, 2007

Sandy,
I just wanted to say again how sorry I am that you lost your dad. I never met him but he sounded like a wonderful father and grandfather. God Bless you and your family in these difficult times. You are in my prayers.

Sheila Peterson

March 11, 2007

Sandy, I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a light in your life and for your lovely children. He will truly be missed. He will always be here in you and your children. Remember to smile because he was such a wonderful part of your life. I’m sure He would want you to always remember the good, the happy times. Now your Mom and the other side are blessed to have him Home. He will never be further than a thought away.

SANDY DANIELS

March 11, 2007

WOW! My Dad, what a guy! How could we have been any luckier to have him for so long? He will live forever in our hearts and our minds. I believe it was time to share him with our Mom. Been a long time. I know he is in a place with the greenest grass and the bluest sky, surrounded by a paradise he deserves. I owe so much to my Dad. He raised me to be a lady. He is my Hero!!

Love ya Dad!

Amanda Adamowicz

March 3, 2007

I was Thomas' oldest granddaughter. I want to thank all of you who came to the wake and the funeral. It really really meant a lot to see how much he was loved by his family and friends. I would also like to thank the funeral home for the wonderful job on everything that they did. He was one of the most important people in my life. He will be missed a lot.

When Lindsay Legos died one of the people wrote think of Papa leaving as a boat going out to sea. To us he's leaving and we say Oh I can't believe he is gone, but to the other side of the sea they are thinking Oh I can't believe he is finally here.

I LOVE YOU PAPA!
2.27.07

Mike Ptaschinski

March 2, 2007

Barb: Sorry to hear of your brother's passing. I enjoyed visiting with him after my dad's funeral this past August. The subject of fishing always managed to monopolize our conversations. I know he enjoyed ice fishing with my dad. In fact, one visit to Powers Lake just about this time of year found them both about waist-deep in the drink. My dad also relayed to me the story of one Christmas when you and Tom and Jerry were little kids, and quite the wild bunch. Guess you guys knocked over the tree so many times that your dad finally nailed it right into the wood flooring. We Ptaschinskis always got a kick out of that, and we always treasured our friendships with the Felhbergs. My condolenses.

Peter Hannes

March 2, 2007

Sandy and family you have my deepest sympathies. I have you all in my prayers.

Wayne & Bambi Kraus

March 1, 2007

Sheri,and Family Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your Memories bring you comfort.

Earl King

March 1, 2007

My sympathies to all of Tom' family. Tom and I started on the Racine Fire Dept. on the same day. I always enjoyed talking over the "good old days" with him at the annual spaghetti dinner. He will be missed.

Ricky Bowman

March 1, 2007

One of the best guys i had the honor of working with. Tom could always make you laugh even in the down times. I am sad to hear of his death.

Linda Salinas/Eppler

March 1, 2007

Sheri & Gary,
I am very sorry for the loss of your father,he had been coming in to Gentile where I work as a service writter for the last few years,he was very much one of my favorite customers.I would always ask about you two and he would always talk about the gradkids,when he would speak about them his eyes were always bright & he seemed very proud of you all.my thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time.Love,Linda Salinas (aka Eppler from the Pinocchios days)

amanda schroud (suwalski)

March 1, 2007

my sypathies go out to all the family and friends.

Tom & Kathie Mills

March 1, 2007

Kathie and I feel so bad we are unable to attend your dads funeral. He was admired for his faith and beliefs when raising you kids after moms passing. Playing ball with him on the fire dept team and watching his excitement about his Corvette was wonderful after retirement. Above all our prayers go out to you. Were in Texas when we heard this news and unable to make it back. We both will miss him.

Sharon Simons

March 1, 2007

Steve,
I am so sorry. I know how much your dad meant to you. He gave you many good memories. Let those memories give you strength.
Sharon

Jeanne Annis-Jurkiewicz

March 1, 2007

I've seen your Dad on occasion, since moving back to this area, and as recent as my Uncles Funeral late summer. I was happy to see him come to the funeral and my home afterwards to meet my family and to catch up a bit. He was very special to me, being my godfather. My prayers are with your family at this time of loss. Rest in Peace Tom.

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