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Thomas "Catfish" Croissant Sr.
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Thomas "Catfish" Croissant, Sr., 64, of Howards Grove, passed away surrounded by family on Sunday, June 7, 2015 at home. Tom was born on September 24, 1950 in Madison to Elroy and Marcella (Crase) Croissant. He served his country in the United States Marine Corps. On June 19, 1976, he married the former Marleen Fasse. He worked for 34 years at the Kohler Company in the Whirlpool Division. Tom loved to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren and was always available when they needed him. He also enjoyed traveling, the outdoors and was also an avid Packers fan.
In addition to his wife, Marleen, he is survived by four children, Thomas Croissant (special friend Trisha Williams), Kari Croissant, Jessica Croissant (special friend Collin Wentz), Jamie (Alfredo) Gamez; nine grandchildren, Cateline, Ashley, Sydney, Christopher, Raenah, Jacklynn, Ella, Natalie and Isabella; one great-grandson, Adin; one brother; seven sisters.
A funeral service for Tom will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. at Zimmer's Westview Funeral and Cremation Care Center (Hwy 42 & JJ, Howards Grove). Friends may call on Thursday, at the funeral home, from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service. Entombment will be at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Please visit www.zimmerfuneralhome.com to sign the guestbook.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Steven M. Bettag, the staff of St. Nicholas Hospice, Froedtert Hospital and to Dr. John Charlson and his team.
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Joni Dye
June 11, 2015
A kind, gentle, sweet couisin, who worked hard to care for those he loved. He will be greatly missed.
June 11, 2015
For my friend Marlene and your family...We are so sorry for your huge loss in Tom's passing, hugs to you my friend, he will never be forgotten. Dawn Miller LPN
Karin Spears
June 11, 2015
Marleen, so sorry to hear of Tom's death. Judy and I hope to visit with you when she comes to town the end of June or early July. God will comfort you during this difficult time.
June 10, 2015
Dear Marlene, My sympathy for your loss. Thoughts and prayers with you and family. Tom was a wonderful kind man. with love your cousin, Susie and Al Blasel
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