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Thomas "Tom" Vanlerberghe
1971 - 2017
Thomas "Tom" Vanlerberghe
1971 - 2017
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BORN
1971
DIED
2017
Thomas Vanlerberghe Obituary
Thomas "Tom" Vanlerberghe Jr., age 45, of Green Bay, passed away on Friday, February 3, 2017. He was born on May 13, 1971 in Escanaba, Michigan to Thomas Sr. and Judith (Marohnic) Vanlerberghe. Tom graduated from Escanaba High School in 1990. He was proudly employed with Acoustic Ceiling Products in Neenah as a supervisor. Within the eight years of working with ACP, Tom made many good friends and considered them his "work family".
Tom was known for being a family man. He loved his boys more than anything in the world! He went to every possible football game of his son Brad and enjoyed movies and gaming with his son, Parker. Tom and his fiancé, Jill, loved concerts and bonfires with friends and most recently camping. Tom was an avid Detroit's Lions fan and looked forward to watching each game with family on the weekend. Tom's father got him interested in refereeing for the Special Olympics. Tom passed on this tradition by refereeing for this event yearly, with his father, sons and nephews.
Tom is survived by his parents, Thomas Sr. and Judith; his children, Brad and Parker; his fiancé, Jill Shelly; step-son, Andrew; sister, Monica (Greg) Koller and brother, Tony (Jodi). He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, William and Helen Marohnic and Emerald and Helen Vanlerberghe.
The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, February 9, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at WICHMANN FUNERAL HOME, Superior Street in Appleton. Visitation will be held on Thursday starting at 4:00 p.m. until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, Tom's family will be establishing a fund for his children's college. Online condolences can be offered at www.wichmannfargo.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Mike Lehman and family
February 13, 2017
To one of my first best friends! Tom , I will truly miss you my friend! Thoughts and prayers to the Vanlerberge family, friends and Tom's co-worker family and especially his Fianc'e.
Tammy & Jack Koepke
February 9, 2017
So sorry for your loss, there are no words. Just know that Tommy loved his family, and especially his boys, he was so proud of them. RIP Tommy, you will be greatly missed!
Kelly (Smith) Lauro & Family
February 9, 2017
Vanlerberghe Family, My deepest sympathy and lots of love sent your way.
Jill Kruger
February 9, 2017
Brad, Parker, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Susan Wanic
February 8, 2017
Tom & Judy, Losing a child is the hardest of all. No sadness is greater, no grief is more real. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family, Larry & Sue Wanic
Reid Christensen
February 8, 2017
Tom, Judy, and Tony. My prayers are with you. I will miss him very much.
John & Julie Sandstrom
February 7, 2017
From our family to yours, we extend our deepest sympathy for your loss.
John, Julie, and girls
Bob Randall
February 8, 2017
Tom and Judy, my deepest sympathy to you and your family.May God be with you all in your time of sorrow
Tara Tufnell
February 8, 2017
Sorry for the family's loss. May you find comfort in memories and fond stories family and friends share about Tom.
Wayne & Sandra La Cosse
February 8, 2017
So sorry to hear of your sons passing, please except our sincere condolences
Troy Randall & Family
February 7, 2017
Our thoughts & prayers go out to the Vanlerberghe family. We are so sorry for your loss. We send tons of hugs your way.
scott j vanlerberghe
February 7, 2017
I am so sorry my prayers and deepest sympathy to all family and friends
February 6, 2017
Tom was a very respectful, smiley man when he came into our place of work. My angels lead him in <3
Joy Jorgensen
February 7, 2017
Dear Judy and Tom. I am so sorry to read about your son's untimely death. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. May God Hold you close and give you comfort and peace. My sincere sympathy. Hugs,
Lori stankowicz
February 7, 2017
So sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers..
Marcia (St.Cyr) Hardy
February 7, 2017
So sorry for your loss.May you find strength in the healing power of his memories.
Brian Robinson
February 6, 2017
To Tommy's family very sorry for your loss Tommy was a good guy and easy to talk to. I work with him for six years, to his sons he was so very proud of you he spoke of you often and proudly. Thoughts and prayers to all family members. RIP Tommy.
Dick LaBelle
February 6, 2017
Tom and Judy so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers. Dick and Charlotte LaBelle
Suzanne Cole
February 6, 2017
Tom & Judy, SOOOO sorry to hear of your loss, it's SOOO hard to have to bury your children, been there done that when Paul's sister drowned at the age of 15, your family is in my thoughts & PRAYERS, GOD BLESS UR FAMILY, HUGS DEAR
Beth Royer
February 6, 2017
Tom and Judy, I am so unhappy that you must bury your child. This must be one of the most difficult things we ever have to do. I will gladly send positive energy to both of you inhopes that it may make even a tiny difference for you. I am so very sorry.
Helen Netchey
February 6, 2017
Judy and Tom, I know that there is nothing I can say which will ease your pain. I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you comfort and courage. Prayers, hugs, love to you and yours. Peg
Jean Johnson
February 6, 2017
Tom, Judy and family. I am so sorry of your sons passing away. I know he will be deeply missed. My prayers are with you all.
Mary Lee Maki
February 6, 2017
Judy, Tom, and Family. Deepest sympathy to you all on the loss of your family member.
Pam & Rob Rebman
February 6, 2017
We are terribly sad and so sorry for the loss of Tommy. ACP will not be the same without him here. From his work family, to his loving family, Tommy was a true gift, we were honored to have him as part of the team. He was a hard working, dedicated man. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Much love from his ACP family.
Judy Umbreit
February 6, 2017
Judy and Tom, I am so deeply sadden to learn of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. May your fond memories and the lords blessings comfort you.
Cheri Van Drese
February 6, 2017
I knew Tom since elementary school as we grew up as "nort-towners" together. Just two weeks ago I became friends with him on Facebook. My deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers to his family. Rest in peace Tommy.
Duane Bourdeau
February 6, 2017
Tom and I were great friends growing up in Escanaba. He will be sadly missed. So sorry for your loss.
February 6, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Monica, I am there for you if you need anything...anything at all. Mary Cerasoli
Toni West
February 6, 2017
My heart goes out to you Tom Judy and family, Sending hugs and sayiing prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Jean DeJardin
February 5, 2017
Sadness doesn't touch the sorrow felt so deeply for a great friend!! Rest peacefully Tom and know we will remember you fondly and always! ???? ????????????
Betty Dombrowski
February 5, 2017
Judy my heart breaks for you, god Bless your family RIP Tom
Ken and Yvonne Waller
February 6, 2017
We are so sorry for your lose have many memories of tom when he lived in Escanaba prayers sent to family
Lori Fleury Shope
February 6, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss! I always had fond memories of us as kids. He will be sadly missed. Prayers to your family
Scottie Weber
February 6, 2017
Judy, Tom, Monica, and Tony - I am so sorry for your loss, Tommy Jr. will be missed. God's love and prayers with you all through this difficult time.
Larry and Sharon Huff
February 6, 2017
Tom and Judy, I am so sorry for your loss. We send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Jim and Kathy Grenfell
February 6, 2017
Our hearts go out to you and your family...so very sorry for your loss.
Sharon Matthews
February 5, 2017
May you Rest In Peace.
Linda Herlik Gafner
February 5, 2017
Deepest sympathy to you all. I was shocked and truely saddened to read this. Prayer to your family????????????
Tasha Grumbling
February 5, 2017
Judy, Tom, Monica, Tony and families--I am so, so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all. Rest in peace Tommy Jr.
Nicole Good
February 5, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Tom was an amazing man.
Brian and Deb Driscoll
February 5, 2017
Our heart felt condolences to the Vanlerberghe family. We have many wonderful memories of hanging out with Tom when our boys were all still little back in the old neighborhood of Menasha. Fondest memories were backyard grillin', while the kids splashed around in the pool. Rest in peace Tom.
Terri lancour
February 5, 2017
Prayers for comfort and peace to you all! ??????????????????
Pam Barth
February 6, 2017
Monica, Greg, and Family ~ May your fondest memories of Tom comfort you through this sad and difficult time. We love you. Pam and Terry Barth
Kay Moreau
February 5, 2017
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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