Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1957
DIED
2021
FUNERAL HOME
Thomas Champlin Obituary
BETHALTO — Thomas Earl Champlin, 63, of Bethalto, Illinois, passed away Jan. 18, 2021 at Integrity Healthcare of Wood River, Illinois.
He was born Oct. 5, 1957 in Alton, Illinois, to George and Ruth (Strohbeck) Champlin.
Tom worked in retail many years for Target and Sears before his stroke.
He was a dedicated lifetime member of the Bethalto Jaycee Chapter and had great memories working the Christmas tree lot and Jaycee's Annual Picnic.
Tom loved spending time with friends and family, always buying special Christmas gifts for all.
He is survived by his mother, Ruth Champlin of Wood River; a brother, Robert and his wife Debra of Hartford, Illinois; a sister, Kathy Wenzel of Pascagoula, Mississippi; nephews, Scott (Cindy) Hash, Christ (Brandy) Champlin, and Tyler Wenzel; and nieces Taryn (Michael) Perkins and Amber (Larry) Steinmetz.
He was preceded in death by his father, George H. Champlin.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions and precautions, a Celebration of Life will be held on a date yet to be determined in 2021.
Professional services entrusted to Paynic Home for Funerals, with an online guestbook available at www.paynicfh.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Champlin
1 Entry
Vicky (Dugger) Hamel
February 24, 2021
Tommy was a wonderful person, he was a very caring, friendly, hard working volunteer for the JC's. We grew up together in church and riding horses together, what good times we all had. So very sorry for your loss, thank God he is not suffering anymore. I will always remember the friendship that I have had with all of your family. All of you are in our prayers. God Bless. Vicky (Dugger) Hamel
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Thomas Champlin's name
Memorial Events
for Thomas Champlin
Funeral services provided by:
Paynic Home For Funerals - East Alton/Rosewood Heights618 East Airline Dr, East Alton, IL 62024
How to support Thomas's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Thomas Champlin's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
