Thomas McKendry

LAKE MILLS - Thomas Joseph McKendry, age 66, was born to eternal life on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2020, at Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital, in Menomonee Falls, Wis. He was born to life on Dec. 29, 1953, in Detroit, Mich., the son of William and Esther McKendry. Tom lived to make his wife, Colleen, laugh every day for 37 years and enjoyed spending time with her and their two dogs, Bain and Blue. He loved cheering on his beloved Michigan sports teams and looked forward to college football Saturdays with his two sons, Maxwell and Ross. Tom counted down the days to the McKendry family reunion, which took place every three years and he always carved the turkey at Aunt Sherri's Thanksgiving. Tom enjoyed golfing and heading to the local bar to meet up with his buddies. The memories we all made with Tom will remain in our hearts forever and we will pass these from generation to generation for years to come. Thomas was the beloved husband of Colleen (nee McNamara) for 37 years; dear father of Maxwell (Dana Luisier) and Ross McKendry; loving son of Esther and the late William McKendry; brother of Barbara (Ken), Larry (Karen), Kathy (Linda), Patrick (Theresa), Paul (Gail), Marilyn (David) Smiatacz, Nancy (Steve) Iatrow and Eileen (Mark) Petroff; and uncle to many nieces and nephews. He is survived by many other relatives and friends. The public may attend a visitation or drive through and visit from the comfort and safety of your vehicle at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020. Due to COVID-19 guidelines, only 25 people can be outside of their vehicles at one time. Social distancing and face masks are required. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420