Thomas Charles Kalsow

Thomas Charles Kalsow

May 15, 1952 - September 16, 2023

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MAZOMANIE - Thomas C. Kalsow, 71, of Mazomanie, Wis., peacefully received his upgrade to heaven on Sept. 16, 2023.


Thomas was born to Allan and Anna (Austin) Kalsow on May 15, 1952, in Mazomanie. He married the love of his life, April Wallestad, on Oct. 28, 1978. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, baking, gardening and spending time with his family. His favorite time of year was the annual fishing trip up north.


Thomas was the best dad, grandpa (his greatest blessings were his grandkids), sibling and a great friend to so many. He was kind, gentle, witty and will be missed by all.


Thomas is survived by his children, Marie (Wesley) Kennedy and Josh (Lidia) Kalsow; his grandchildren, Cayden, Amier, April Joy, William, Bryn, Wynston and Edyn; and siblings, Fred (Shirley) Kalsow, Joyce (Ralph) Weitzman, Mary Welch, Susan (George) Lowery, Robert (Alice) Kalsow and Dan (Julie) Kalsow. Thomas was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.


A celebration of life service will be held at GUNDERSON CAMACHO BLACK EARTH FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 1710 Center St., Black Earth, at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023. A visitation will be held at the funeral home from 4:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 25, 2023, and also from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Tuesday.


A private burial to join his wife at Oak Hill Cemetery in Black Earth will take place at a later date. Per Thomas’s request, please no flowers or plants. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson Camacho Black Earth

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1710 Center St.

(608) 767-3684


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Tue Sep 26, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
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Tue Sep 26, 2023 @ 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM CDT
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Jena Turk
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So sorry for your guys’ loss. He was a great guy and I always enjoyed running into him when I was back in town (& back when I was in school). Rest in peace and glad you two are back together again
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Susan Kalsow Lowery
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Tommy, I have so many memories flooding my heart. Walking with our Grandpa Kalsow over the hill to the cornfield. Your hand in one hand, mine in the other. The closer we got the cornfield, the more frightened I became. He just stopped and looked at the cornfield and looked at us and said, "Now who would burn the cornfield down?" We never tried to roast marshmallows in the cornfield again. I remember the night beautiful April passed and we sat outside on the rock wall for the rest of the night just talking as we had never talked before. Playing outside and having races in the gravel driveway in Mom's high heels. I am so blessed that I was able to see you, talk to you, hug you and kiss you the day I arrived in Wisconsin. You will always and forever be not only in my heart, but the hearts of your family and friends. Special hugs and love to his children, Marie Kalsow Kennedy and Josh Kalsow and your beautiful families. Never forget to tell each other you love them. Aunt Susie
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Melissa Alt Goll
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So sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. I was very very fortunate to have crossed paths since I work at Straka Meats and we bonded over the past 5 years of him bringing venison in. We were the lucky ones since he shared his baked goods such as his cinnamon rolls and Oatmeal Butterscotch cookies. They were always fresh and sometimes even warm since he knew what time we took our breaks. His sense of humor and his smile will be missed. May you all keep your memories close to your hearts. Heartfelt Condolences, Melissa
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Nancy Kalsow
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Our hearts and prayers are with the Kalsow and Kennedy families, especially Tom’s 7 grandchildren who he adored. I met my husband’s Uncle Tom before I met my husband. He and his wife April rented a two room apartment from my parents. For 40+ years I lived within a mile of Tom. He always lended a helping hand and was our ‘neighborhood watch’. I have two favorite memories. 1. In the fall Tom would regularly pick a bucket of hickory nuts and deliver them to my Mom who would crack, pick, and freeze them. Mom always paid him back with peppernuts at the holidays. Another One of my absolute favorite memories was walking into Tom’s kitchen when my son was 4 and seeing them both with Aprons on baking homemade cinnamon rolls. Tom was so patient with every task and we are thankful for his generosity over the years. Mike and I send our deepest sympathies to Josh, Marie, their families and Tom’s siblings. We love you all.
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Robert Bruck
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This is too sad. Tom always had the time to talk and ask how everything was going 'on the hill'. Good man indeed.
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Mary Roelke
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My sympathy to the family. Tom worked for Larry & I until he hurt his back. He was a great guy. Prayers 7 Hugs.

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