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Thomas Knick Obituary

GORDON -- Thomas A. Knick, age 81, passed away to be with Jesus, Saturday, January 3, 2026, at his home in Gordon. He was born September 22, 1944, to the late William & Betty (Mclain) Knick. In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his brother, Jim Knick.

He is survived by his wife Joyce (Mills) Knick and his children, Steven, Shannon (Kevin) McCullough and Shane (Angie); grandchildren, Alexis Knick, Brandon (Alyssa) Knick, Julia (Lucas) Gower, Josie McCullough, Tamir Rastetter and Kahlil Knick; sister, Marilyn Reier and sister, Sharon (Roger) Archer.

Our thanks to EverHeart Hospice and Kreitzer Funeral Home for their comforting help during this time of our loss.

Family will celebrate Tom's life privately.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to EverHeart Hospice of Greenville.

Condolences may be sent by visiting www.kreitzerfuneralhome.com.

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

Published by The Daily Advocate from Jan. 10 to Jan. 11, 2026.

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Sonny Custer

January 5, 2026

My deepest sympathy to Joyce and their family.
Tom was a friend and fellow classmate. Tom was a kind man and liked by all. He will be missed .

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