Thomas Mark Wagner Obituary
Thomas Mark Wagner- 72 passed away on Thursday, October 1st, 2015 at his home. He was born in Salina, Kansas on November 21st, 1942 to Phylis and Mark Wagner. Tom grew up in South Dakota and graduated from Madison High School in 1960. He married Jackie Johnson in Sioux Falls and together had two children, Tom and Becky. He later moved to Arizona and married Colleen Kirkeby in 1974 and together had two children, Kelly and Shawna. Tom worked in the welding industry in sales and retired as Territory Manager from Praxair in 2012 due to health issues. Tom was a very devoted, caring, and loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He loved spending time with his family and will be missed dearly and remembered for his quirky sense of humor and ability to make you laugh, for his beautiful heart of gold and genuine love he had for his family.
Grateful to have shared his life are his children: Tom Wagner of Sioux Falls, SD, Becky (Bob) Livingston of Sioux Falls, SD, Kelly Brown of Mesa, AZ, and Shawna Wagner (Sean) of Apache Junction, AZ; his brothers: Jim Wagner & Bill (Max) Wagner; his sisters: Judy Cook, Pat (Dan) Rowley, Kathy Fuller, and Kimmi (Jim) Hasson; seven grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by Mark and Phylis Wagner.
The visitation will be from 12-2:00pm Thursday, October 8, 2015 followed by the funeral at 2:00 pm at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ.
Hi Kim,
I’m sorry to hear of your recent loss of a loved one. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Let me know if you need anything.
Sincerely,
Amy Ortega
As I sat today at the service, I was so touched that I was able to be a part, though insignificant, in your life, Tommy Sue (my little quirky nickname for you). For three years, I had the pleasure of Tom coming to Simpleton’s for a drink or two and spreading his laughter and light. No person ever touched everyone in such a way. Always a smile and kind word for every person. He always talked about his family and there was so much pride in his eyes and smile when he did. When I decided to go back to college at a late age, Tom was one of my biggest cheerleaders. He reminded me constantly that I could achieve whatever I wanted. My son had the honor of meeting Tom on a few occasions and while the encounters were brief, the kind, gentle way that Tom interacted with him was admirable. Tom was truly one of the most good hearted, honest, loving people to have ever existed. I am forever grateful to know you my friend! My heart felt condolences to his family as I cannot imagine your loss. I will never lose the place in my heart for Tommy Sue!
Love,
Terri Bob (his quirky nickname for me)
Hi Kim,
I’m sorry to hear of your recent loss of a loved one. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Let me know if you need anything.
Sincerely,
Amy Ortega
As I sat today at the service, I was so touched that I was able to be a part, though insignificant, in your life, Tommy Sue (my little quirky nickname for you). For three years, I had the pleasure of Tom coming to Simpleton’s for a drink or two and spreading his laughter and light. No person ever touched everyone in such a way. Always a smile and kind word for every person. He always talked about his family and there was so much pride in his eyes and smile when he did. When I decided to go back to college at a late age, Tom was one of my biggest cheerleaders. He reminded me constantly that I could achieve whatever I wanted. My son had the honor of meeting Tom on a few occasions and while the encounters were brief, the kind, gentle way that Tom interacted with him was admirable. Tom was truly one of the most good hearted, honest, loving people to have ever existed. I am forever grateful to know you my friend! My heart felt condolences to his family as I cannot imagine your loss. I will never lose the place in my heart for Tommy Sue!
Love,
Terri Bob (his quirky nickname for me)