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Thomas “Tom” Churchill, 87, of Madison passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at his home. He was born in Detroit, Michigan on November 28, 1937, the son of Benjamin and Mollie Etral. He was married to Pamela Hays Churchill on November 7, 1994 and she survives. Other survivors include three sons Thomas Jr. (Eilleen), Randy (Chris) and Brian (Erika) Churchill all of Michigan; one daughter Theresa (Mark) Ward of Ohio; one step-son Robert Sheppard of Madison and one step-daughter Jamie Marie (Shawn) Vachet of Osgood. Mr. Churchill worked as a handyman doing odd jobs for companies. Tom was very much involved and loved messing with CB Radios. His wishes were to be cremated and there will be no services. Memorials may be given to the donor’s choice in care of the Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home in Versailles.
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1114 S Ripley Estates Dr. P.O. Box 84, Versailles, IN 47042

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