Thomas M Thelen

Thomas M Thelen obituary, Marinette, WI

Thomas M Thelen

Thomas Thelen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Thielen Funeral Home - MARINETTE on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Thomas M. Thelen, 64, of Marinette passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at home surrounded by family. He was born on July 25, 1960, to the late Raymond and Doris (Albinger) Thelen in Plymouth, WI. He graduated from Plymouth High School in 1978 and went on to work in farming, trucking, and was a diesel mechanic with MJB for 28 years. Tom enjoyed going for walks, canoeing, bonfires, and spending time out on the island they made.
Tom is survived by his significant other of 38 years, Virginia Franks of Marinette; son, Keith (fianc, Aprille) Franks of Marinette; daughter, Sarina (Tyler) Chaney of Coleman; grandchildren: Keegan, Sophia, and Waylon; sisters: Donna De Zwarte, Marilyn (John) Krizensky, Karen (Jim) Aldeman, LuAnn (Tom) Mertens, and Janice Berg; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Kent Franks; brothers, Butch and Michael Thelen; and brothers in law, Ronney De Zwarte and Butch Berg.
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