Thomas R. Loudenslager
Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be announced at a later date.
Thomas R. Loudenslager age 79 of South Haven, passed away Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at Bronson Methodist Hospital.
Thomas was born on July 22, 1942 in Fawn River Township, a son of the late Ralph and Mildred (Decker) Loudenslager.
Thomas graduated from Colon High School with the class of 1960. Following high school Thomas served his country in the United States Navy serving on submarines. Following the military Thomas worked for 30 years for Consumers Energy all throughout the state of Michigan as a safety instructor.
Thomas married Kathy Tolpi in San Diego, California on March 5, 1965.
Surviving Thomas is his wife Kathy Loudenslager of South Haven, daughters: Carie (Joseph) Barnes of Dripping Springs, Texas, and Amanda (Robert) Bales of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, siblings: Mary Loudenslager – Yoder, and Dixie (Dennis) Schumaker, grandchildren: Kaleb and Brayden Barnes and Makayla and Madison Bales, niece Amy Mumby, and nephew John Schumaker.
Besides his parents Ralph and Mildred, Thomas was preceded in death by his daughter Gretchen, mother-in-law Berniece Tolpi, and two brothers in law Gerald Tolpi and Dick Yoder.
Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be announced at a later date. Memorial donations can be made to the Colon American Legion Post 454, or the Colon Food Bank.
August 28, 2021 @ 9:23 am
Had the honor of being Tom and Kathy’s neighbor. He will be missed and the neighborhood will not be the same without him. My sincere and loving condolences to Tom’s family.
August 30, 2021 @ 8:20 am
I’m so sorry to hear that Tom has died. I have fond memories of his wonderful laugh from my childhood. Love to Kathy, Carrie, and Mandy.
September 8, 2021 @ 3:37 pm
So sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our prayers.
September 13, 2021 @ 5:44 pm
We were in Hawaii in the Navy from 1965 to 1969. Tom & Kathy were there too. Best friends. After the Navy we went to different places but visited with Tom & Kathy & girls over the years. We’re so glad we kept in contact. Tom was a wonderful husband & dad and a great friend. We will miss him terribly. We’re sorry for your loss.
September 19, 2021 @ 3:40 pm
We have known Tom for 20 years or more, he’s a special caring, generous man.He is missed by everyone.Love you like a brother..