Thomas L. Spiegel

Hales Corners - Passed to Eternal Life, Sunday, January 03, 2021, age 83 years. Beloved husband of Janice (nee Sterbenz) for 58 years. Dear father of Linda (Patrick) Zielinski and Mark (Brenda) Spiegel. Loving grandfather of Nicole (Thomas) Schultz, Ryan (Ruth) Zielinski, Michael and Peter Spiegel. Cherished great grandfather of Paul and Nina. Dear brother of James (Gretchen) and Daniel (Linda) Spiegel. Tom attended Don Bosco High School and was a Navy Veteran. He had a rewarding career in Fund Raising and Development for organizations including Thomas More High School, Northwestern Military Academy and Cedar Community. Anyone who knew Tom will remember that he was passionate about his hobbies but even more passionate about his family and friends.

Eternal rest grant unto Tom, O Lord. Let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in the peace of Christ.

Darkness feeds on our fear, but through Psalms 23 and 27, we fear not, for the Lord is with us during this time and forever. We take comfort that Tom is now our intercessor.

Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary Catholic Faith Community Church (9520 W. Forest Home Ave.) Monday, January 11, 2021 at 10:30 AM. Private Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery. The Mass will also be live-streamed on the church's website.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Mary (www.stmaryhc.org) appreciated.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Jan. 5 to Jan. 6, 2021.

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Joe Hausch

February 2, 2021

I am greatly saddened by this news and my condolences to Jan and the rest of the family. I just read about Tom's passing today through the PCA Steinlifter's article and I was shocked. I drove by his neighborhood last week wondering how they were doing in this strange pandemic time. I met Tom in the early 90s and he hired me to rebrand and rename SEWCIL. The results was a long relationship with IndependenceFirst that was very good for my design and marketing business over the years. We talked about Thomas More and Pius XI rivalries, we talked about wrestling, we talked design and furniture design, we talked about Porsches. Tom and I always had something to talk about and poor Jan spent hours in my driveway as they would randomly pop in on a trip to Big Bend and it would turn into a half hour or more conversation on my porch or driveway. Then I finally bought a Porsche 4 years ago and who is the first person I had to go visit and get his approval? It was Tom. So many great stories and conversations. He truly was a great advocate for me and my work and he will never be forgotten as I have 2 pieces of Knoll furniture I bought from him 25 years ago when they replaced them and he wanted them to "go to a good owner" who understood great design. They are beautiful and Tom was such a beautiful person. Rest in peace my friend. God bless. I would love to talk to the family, feel free to call anytime or email me. [email protected] 414.628.3976

Jim Bach

January 11, 2021

With great sympathy our hearts go out to the family. Tom will be greatly missed. With Covid 19 protocols, we are looking forward to a remembrance in July at the Beer, Brats & Bathtubs event at Road America.

Our Condolences.

James A Spiegel

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James Bigaj

January 8, 2021

Saddened to hear of Tom's passing. He was a fine gentleman and always enjoyed planning DB reunions and the coffee at Mcdonalds. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this sad time.

Linda Cory

January 7, 2021

I´m so sorry about your father´s death. I hope the good memories you have of him will comfort you in the days ahead.

Jacquelin Pink Kovacich

January 7, 2021

My sincere condolences Janice. I´ve fond memories of Tom. May he Rest In Peace.

Tom Knitter

January 6, 2021

Dear Jan, Mark and family,

On behalf of my family and the St Thomas More colleagues who worked with, and were blessed to know Tom, I would like to offer my condolences. He brought enthusiasm and joy into our efforts to support the students and staff of our school. I am sorry I am unable to express my sympathy in person, but rest assured Tom, and your entire family will be in my prayers. God bless.

Tom Knitter
Past President STM

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