Thomas Nowland's Obituary
Thomas F. Nowland, age 82, of Wild Rose, WI, passed away Wednesday, November 28th, 2007 at his residence. He was born in Menasha, WI on December 5, 1924, the son of Thomas Charles and Susan (Palmer) Nowland. Tom married Vione Griswold on February 6, 1954 in Wild Rose. She preceded him in death on May 5, 2004. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Among Tom's favorite things to do were spending time with family, working in his garage, playing cards, and dancing when the chance presented itself. Tom will be greatly missed by many, but peace can be brought in knowing that he is now in the arms of his loving wife, Vione. Tom is survived by Daughter: Debbie (Special Friend, Mike George) Stevens, Wild Rose, WI. Sons: Tom (Anna) Nowland, Norfolk, VA; Jim Nowland, Wild Rose, WI; Don (Special Friend, Kathy Trickle) Nowland, Wild Rose, WI; Paul (Jennifer) Nowland, Wild Rose, WI; Mark (Kim) Nowland, Waupaca, WI. Seventeen Grandchildren; Eight Great Grandchildren; Brothers: Homer (Wilma) Nowland, Joliet, IL; Harold Nowland, Joliet, IL; Sisters: Charlotte (Roy) Shaffer, Waupaca, WI; Ruby (Travis) Davis, Texas and a Daughter-in-law, Nancy Nowland, Weyauwega, WI. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Tom was preceded in death by his Parents; Wife, Vione; Son, Dennis; Brothers: Lawrence and Leland; Sister, Alfreda; Two Grandchildren and a Great Grandson, Wyatt Shurts A Memorial Visitation will be held 1PM - 4 PM on Saturday, December 1, 2007 at the Holly Funeral Home in WAUPACA. A Private family memorial service will be held at a later date.
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