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Thomas Dittmer Obituary
Thomas Dittmer, 64, of Normal, Illinois, passed away Friday, March 26, 2021, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
His funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 10, at Epiphany Catholic Church, Normal. Burial will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Normal, with military rites accorded. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Friday, April 9, at Carmody-Flynn Funeral Home, Bloomington.
Tom was born June 5, 1956, in Michigan City, Indiana. He married Patricia Maubach on Oct. 18, 1986. She survives. Also surviving are his children, Trevor, Aubrey and Renae; siblings, Laura Dexter-Mooty, Mary Beth Genereux, Melissa Zdyb and Timothy Dittmer; as well as nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Nancy Dittmer.
Tom proudly served for four years on active duty in the United States Air Force as an air traffic controller. He worked as a welder for Pullman Standard, then as a civilian air traffic controller for the FAA for more than 30 years. To help keep himself occupied after retirement, he started driving a school bus for several years. He then proceeded to drive routes for S.O.A.R., where he was able to help aid Aubrey with her activities. Tom and Aubrey (his special needs daughter), always loved to travel, go on adventures and explore different areas all over the United States. He was an accomplished photographer, and took countless pictures of airshows, national parks, sporting events, weddings and more.
He was a loving husband and father. His outgoing personality allowed him to gain friendships anywhere he journeyed. He will be truly missed, but his spirit lives on.
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Gail Henson and Family
April 9, 2021
Tom will always be remembered for his generosity and the kindness his spread to all those who crossed his path....He was truly a great individual. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We are truly sorry for your loss.
Connie & jay Reimer
April 9, 2021
So saddened to hear of Tom´s passing. We pray the Lord would surround Patty and her children with angels bringing the Father´s loving comfort and reassurance of eternal life.
Lan E. PollnowGod z
April 8, 2021
God Bless Tom's Family. He was my buddy at Pullman Standard and friend from Rogers High School class of 74.
Gonna miss you, man
Bonnie Dissette
April 6, 2021
Patty, I always enjoyed talking with you at the p.o. about your family. I'm so sorry about the loss of Tom.
Scott and Kathleen Halcom
April 6, 2021
We will miss Tom very much. He was always number one when it comes to the SOAR team driving the SOAR van at different places.
Judy Wahls
April 6, 2021
Trevor so sorry to hear about your Dad you and your family are in my prayers and thoughts
Lisa Bova
April 6, 2021
Dear Patti and family- I´m so sorry to hear this news. I liked Tom a lot. He always made me smile at IEP meetings. He´ll be missed for sure especially by Aubrey. Sending prayers to get you through this tough time. Hon bless him.
Lisa
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