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Thomas Wolf Obituary
Age 91, of Appleton, passed away at Huger Mercy Living Center in Phoenix on August 18, 2017. He was born on January 28, 1926 to Leon and Adele (Corcoran). He served his country stateside in WWII and was stationed in Seoul as a fire chief during the Korean War. He married Nola Krull in 1955. He was a devoted husband for 62 years and a loving father to his four children.
Tom was a lifelong resident of Appleton as was his father and grandfather before him. He had a huge heart for his hometown. As a businessman, he owned Valley Recharging Service/Valley Fire for 30 years. He was a tireless volunteer serving the Catholic Church, the Cursillo movement, BSA, FISC, COTS, Pioneer Village and many others.
He enjoyed time sailing on Lake Winnebago, skiing at Calumet Hill, playing bridge with Nola and cribbage at the farm in Suring.
He is survived by his wife, his children; Greg (Gay Lynn) Wolf of Neenah, Susan (Doug) Sawyer of Phoenix, Arizona and Alison (Charlie) Bayne of Boise, Idaho, nine grandchildren, five great grandchildren, sisters Rose Ann Kinzer and Helen (Lee) Schwartz and his brother Joe. He was preceded in death by his brothers Jimmy and John, his sister Mary and his daughter Ellen.
Tom was quick with a joke and needed little prompting to pull out his ukulele. He had an Irish twinkle in his eye and a smile to match. We will all miss him dearly.
A mass and reception will be held at St. Joe's Catholic Church on September 8 at 10:30 a.m.
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Tom Graves
February 15, 2018
It's been so many years. Please forgive this late expression of sympathy.
My condolences to my classmates/friends Greg and Sue. I have no doubt about very proud he is of of each his children.
I have only fond memories of your Dad.
My best to your Mom.
Bob Radosevich
September 6, 2017
Tom and I worked together at Pioneer Village (home for needy people) for ten years and became good friends. He was always an inspiration to me and we could share our faith in Jesus Christ together. Very much fun to be with especially at deer hunting with the whole Mullen clan! Memories to last a lifetime. Heaven may have to change a little if I know Tom! Have fun forever Tom. Bob Radosevich Best to all the family and God Bless You All
Mike Dale
September 4, 2017
Tom, next to my parents, was the most influential person in my life. At age 10, I used to love going along for the rides as he delivered fire extinguishers. "You have to be careful what you drive; if you have something flashy, like a Mercury, the customer will resent it because they think they are paying for it". The most impressive thing was that the customers were always glad to see Tom. They loved his smile, they loved his genuine good nature. A truly fine man and a great role model. Mike Dale
Anne Pfankuch
August 29, 2017
Just mention "Uncle Tommie", and the memories start flowing--Friendly Fathers camping, UP ski trips, sailing, card nights. We identify them each with the phrase, "Wasn't that the time Uncle Tommie . . . " He was an instigator of glorious mayhem, and we loved him for it.
Darwin and Tom at Dar's 70th
Pastor Darwin Kobs
August 28, 2017
Tom was a mentor and father figure for me..He propelled me to a successful career with his guidance and solid counsel..Will be forever grateful for what this man did in my life and for me..
Ann Jadin
August 27, 2017
Tom was an inspiration to so many through his love of life and ongoing faith.Our thoughts and prayers are with Nola and family.Tom and Ann Jadin
August 27, 2017
Thank you for your service to our country. May you rest in peace.
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