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Thomas McKercher Obituary
Thomas was born October 7, 1929, in Sioux City, IA, the son of Alwin and Elsie (Pfaff) McKercher. He graduated from East High School in 1949. After graduation he worked for his father at A.P. McKercher, as a General Contractor. Thomas started his own business; T.P. McKercher in 1957 as a custom house builder.
Thomas enlisted into the United States Navy and served in the Navy Reserves Seabee unit.
On April 15, 1954, he married Gladys Marie Julif in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; they were blessed with four children. He started the Siouxland Rental Association with his wife and other landlords in 1968. Thomas served as president in 1971 and 1972. Thomas was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church.
He is survived by his son, Lance (Jane) of Omaha, NE; daughter, Gwyn (Barrie) MacArthur of Peoria, AZ; five grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
Thomas is preceded in death by his wife, Gladys of 59 years; his parents; son, Monte; daughter, Gloria; son-in-law, Glen Aldag; one brother; and five sisters.
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John Olander
March 2, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I worked for Tom in the summer of 1968 building houses. I was straight out of high school in Newcastle Nebraska. John Olander
Ed Hoffman
February 23, 2025
Let T.P. build your Teepee.
Tom had a great sense of humor . He hired me to tear down houses amd taught me so much about building. He was master Builder. He taught me several good lessons that i still hold dear in my life now. Good bye old friend.
Rest in peace ..
Chris Lowe
February 2, 2025
I met Tom through my friend Judy VandeZandschulp who delivered meals on wheels to Tom. Tom was the sweetest person! Tom loved cats like both of us. After Judy moved away, she asked Darrell and I to take cupcakes over to him for his birthday. We were thrilled to do so. When Judy came back to visit, I'd go with her to see Tom. He would always share so much about his life. Was saddened when he had to go to a nursing home in another city, but it was best for Tom. Some people come into our lives for a season. Tom was one that came into mine. My deepest sympathy to Tom's family.He was a blessing to know and I know Judy would agree as well! Chris Lowe Sioux City Iowa
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