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Thomas Ligocki Obituary
He was born on Dec. 2, 1948, in Evanston and lived there until he was 10. He then moved to Glenview and lived there until he made his home in Marengo.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Marion (Smitty) and Irene Ligocki.
He married Lorri Klatt in 1980, and they were blessed with baby Christopher in 1982, and the TLC family was complete.
Tom worked for several big companies such as DuPont, IBM and Kodak during the earlier days of computer-generated specialty programs as an installer and maintenance technician.
His favorite pastime was participating in sporting events with Chris or watching games together.
Tom was involved with several community theater companies. He never met a stage he didn't volunteer to perform on. Telling jokes and swapping stories with the guys also was on the 10 best things list.
He leaves behind his beloved family: wife, Lorri, and son, Chris; Dad and Ma Klatt; sister-in-law, Linda Schmidt and her children, Kari, Donovan, and Katie. Special almost-family: Jennifer Trickett and Michael Hanson; sister, Gayle (Tom) Doporzcyk and their children and grandchildren; and brother-in-law, Larry (Nancy) Klatt and daughters.
The visitation will begin at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 1, followed by the service at 11 a.m. Lunch will be served afterward at Zion Lutheran Church, 412 Jackson St., Marengo.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Ligocki
Dewey Morse
October 24, 2024
My husband, Dewey Morse, worked with Tom at Kodak. He was such a light and joy. His magic tricks were fun. Dewey has fond memories of Tom.
Ken and Evie Wisniewski
November 16, 2012
Dear Lorri, Chris, Gayle and Tom: We are sorry to to have herd of the news of Tom's passing. We are sorry for your loss you will be in our prayers. May Our Lord and Savior keep you in the palm of His hand.
November 16, 2012
Lori,
I'm so sorry to hear of Tom's Passing I know I only met you both a few times but your joy together was obvious you have my deepest sympathies.
Trudy Hayna
November 3, 2012
LORI AND CHRIS,
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. WHENEVER TOM TALKED ABOUT EITHER OF YOU COULD TELL THAT HE LOVED BOTH OF YOU,SO MUCH. AND WAS SO PROUD OF CHRIS.
JOE AND LOLLY STEINKE
Kim Meyer
November 2, 2012
My deepest sympathy go out to Lorri and Chris and the entire Klatt family. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Joey Begora
November 1, 2012
So sorry to hear about Tom My thoughts are with you both Unfortunatly Bob and I could not attend the funeral Michael had knee surgery that morning
Diane Urban
November 1, 2012
My condolences to Lorri and Chris. Tom will be missed by everyone who had the privilege to know him. My prayers are with you.
November 1, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to Lorri and Chris. You're in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Rhonda, Ron & Becky Reuter
November 1, 2012
Our prayers and thoughts go to Lorri, Chris, and family members for their loss of Tom. We know that he and Lorri have raised a fine son; and Tom's relationship with Chris will always be special. May God be with all of you. Jerry and Kathy Trickett
Julie Secor
October 31, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to Lorri and Chris. I will miss seeing and talking with Tom.
October 31, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Diane Brennan
October 31, 2012
Tom's passing makes my heart heavy with condolences to Lorri, Chris, my dear friend Linda and her wonderful Mom and Dad, Ron and Caroline Klatt. Tom loved them all so dearly, and they him. I know in time we will all share the blessing of our many memories of Tom.
MDAC 1982 play "Barrel Full of Pennies"
Susan Nelson
October 31, 2012
I first met Tom in the late 1970's when I joined the Marengo Dramatic Arts Club. Our leading man, we could not do a play without him. So energetic, so much fun. My heart will always miss him. Thoughts and prayers with you, Lorri, Chris, Carol & Ron.
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