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1948
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2024
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Tom Jans Obituary
Manistee, Michigan
October 7, 1948 - April 7, 2024
Tom Jans, 75, died Sunday, April 7, 2024, surrounded by family.
Born on October 7, 1948, in Manistee, MI, the son of Carl and Susan (Adamski) Jans, he worked at Martin Marietta until his retirement in 2008. Tom celebrated his 54th wedding anniversary on March 21st with his beloved wife Nancy (Lijewski) Jans.
Tom and Nancy had two children, Carl Jans (Jenny Jans) and Tammy Nash (Bob Nash), both of Manistee. He enjoyed his grandchildren, Christopher, Nate and Kari Jans and Ethan, and AJ Anderson.
Tom and Nancy loved to camp and spend time with their favorite pet, Maddy and close friends Dave and Linda Spellich. Tom loved the holidays, especially Halloween Weekend at Ponco's Pond in Ludington, MI. For many years, he took joy in decorating his campsite and competing with his children for 1st place.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Oak Grove Funeral Home in Manistee, MI on Saturday, May 11th beginning at 11:00 a.m. with a brief service at 1:00 p.m.
Please visit Tom's personal page of memories at www.oakgrovefh.com to share a photo or memory. Oak Grove Funeral Home in Manistee is honored to assist the family during this difficult time.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Tom H. Amor
May 3, 2024
I was shocked to hear of Tom's passing. I loved to commiserate with him on current events (politics) when he helped Nancy clean our shop on Pine Creek Road. He was so animated and always made me smile. I will miss him and I'm sure his family will as well. May God's peace prevail over all your memories of Tom.
Chris and Desi
May 2, 2024
So very sorry to hear about Tom. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Chris and Desi
May 2, 2024
So very sorry to hear about Tom. You are in our thoughts and prayers. It's been awhile.
Norrie Baker Slater
May 1, 2024
Sending my condolences to Nancy and all of Tom´s loved ones.
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Celebration of Life
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Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center - Manistee309 West Parkdale Avenue (US-31), Manistee, MI 49660
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11
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