Thomas Frank Juenger

Thomas Frank Juenger obituary

Thomas Frank Juenger

Thomas Juenger Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kurrus Funeral Home - Belleville on Sep. 19, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Thomas Frank Juenger, 81, of Belleville, IL, born Wednesday, April 26, 1944, in East St. Louis, IL, passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at his residence in Belleville, IL.

Thomas worked as a self employed mechanic. He was a member of the International Association of Aerospace Workers, a member of St. Paul's U.C.C., former member of Trinity U.C.C. and a proud United States Navy Veteran. He loved his garage and tools. He did woodworking and made furniture for family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his:

Parents: Eugene and Elma, nee Starr, Juenger
Brothers-in-law

John Ponder
Richard Hippard

Surviving are his:

Wife: Carol, nee Hippard, Juenger of Belleville, IL
Children

Jeff (Gintare) Juenger of Mehlville, MO
Scott Juenger of Collinsville, IL

Grandchildren: Olivia, Melanie, Caden, Emma and Ella
Brother: Jerry Juenger of O'Fallon, IL
Sisters

Jeanne Ponder of Belleville, IL
Ellen (Kirk) Myers of Edwardsville, IL

Special nephew: Mark (Anne) Lampe
Brothers-in-law

Alan (Lana) Hippard
Gerold (Patricia Wikgren) Hippard
David (Karon) Hippard
Mark (Lisa) Hippard

Many dear nieces, nephews and cousins

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hospice of Southern Illinois or Trinity U.C.C.

Services: A funeral procession will leave Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, IL on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at 9:45 am for a 10:30 am Graveside Service with military honors at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, MO.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Thomas's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Thomas Juenger's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Thomas Juenger's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?