Thomas R. Blad

Thomas R. Blad obituary, Hamlet, IN

Thomas R. Blad

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Thomas Blad Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rannells Funeral Home - Hamlet Chapel on Feb. 2, 2026.
Thomas R. Blad passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, in his home. He was born to John and Pauline (Shankland) Blad on May 21, 1942.

He grew up in Hamlet and graduated from Hamlet High School in 1960. Tom then went to Indiana State University, graduating in 1964 with a BS in Education.

In 1967 he married Sandra Kofoid, also from Hamlet. This marriage lasted 58 years until his passing.

In 1971 he earned his master's degree on education from Indiana University. In 1974 he joined the Indiana State Police and served 27 faithful years. During this time, he was awarded the most prestigious Sagamore on the Wabash, Indiana's highest honor.

Tom also enjoyed playing golf. The reward for this was seven holes in one! He and Sandra also played golf in 48 states during their retirement.

He is survived by his wife Sandra; his brother John Blad; his nephew Tim Blad; and his niece Carrie (Blad) Brady.

Visitation will be from 3:30 to 6:00 CST Thursday, February 5, 2026, at the Rannells Funeral Home, Hamlet Chapel. Funeral services will be at 6:00 CST also on Thursday, February 5 at the funeral home. Private burial will occur at a later time.

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Jeanette Evans Lesich

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So sad to hear about Tom´s passing. He was one of my favorite teachers at Dyer Central and LC. So kind and so friendly. When he left teaching I was one of those sad people because my seeing him was less. The class if 1967 loved his visit at our last big reunion breakfast. Thank you Sandy for sharing him with all of us.
Jeanette Evans Lesich. Class of 67

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Upcoming Events

Feb

5

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Rannells Funeral Home - Hamlet Chapel

102 W. Davis Street, Hamlet, IN 46532

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Feb

5

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Rannells Funeral Home - Hamlet Chapel

102 W. Davis Street, Hamlet, IN 46532

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels