Lakeville - Age 88 of Lakeville. Passed away peacefully December 25, 2025. Preceded in death by parents Raymond and Louise; brothers Lloyd and Kenny; daughter Julie (Myhran). Tom had a long and successful career with the phone company, retiring in 1997. He was a beloved husband, father, grandpa, great grandpa, friend to many and a valued member of his community. Tom was a legendary "fixer" of many things and always available to help anyone in need. He enjoyed social gatherings where his deep baritone laugh could often be heard across the room. His legacy lives on in the many lives he influenced. Survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Diane; sons, Ron (Linh), Paul (Teresa), Gary and Randy; son in-law, Rick (Myhran); grandchildren Lukas (Mitch), Benjamin, Jordan (Lexi), Erin (Jack) and Kari (Josh); great grandchildren, Sebastian and Lana; nieces, nephews, other family and friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 am, Friday March 6, 2026, at All Saints Catholic Church, 19795 Holyoke Ave, Lakeville, MN. Visitation will take place one hour prior from 10:30 to 11:30 am. A reception/lunch will be held in the church basement following the service. Friends and family are invited to attend and share their memories. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the American Heart Association or The American Cancer Society in memory of Tom. www.whitefuneralhomes.com