Service Details
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 6:00 pm in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home with Pastor Michael Steinke officiating. Military honors will follow. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Tuesday from 4:00 – 6:00 pm. In accordance with Tom’s wishes, cremation will follow the services.
Memorial Suggestions
Memorials to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund have been suggested.
Racine – Thomas Leo Hollibush, age 68, passed away peacefully at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee on Wednesday, August 8, 2018.
Thomas was born in Beloit, WI on February 1, 1950 to the late LeRoy and Hazel (nee: Christiansen) Hollibush. He graduated from Beloit High School in 1968. Tom went on to serve our country from 1968 – 1972 with the United States Navy – Seabee Construction Battalion in Coronado, CA and in Vietnam.
On August 2, 2003 in a cozy barn wedding on the property of their good friends, Bob & Nancy Duthie – Tom was united in marriage with Cheryl Lynn (nee: Braid). A talented and well-respected carpenter, Tom owned & operated Hollibush Construction. Among his interests, Tom enjoyed hunting, racquetball, Scuba diving, golfing, waterskiing, tending to his canine Labrador companions and, as a fitness fanatic, was a triathlete. Above all, Tom loved spending time with his entire family.
Surviving are his loving wife, Cheryl; their daughters, Jennifer Pete, Heather Oliver, Jill (Barry) Niesen. Ashley (Chad) Bidlingmeier and Kristi Duban; grandchildren, Autumn & Alex Pete, Onnikah & Alexis Oliver, Harper & Henley Bidlingmeier and Christian Matalik; brothers, David (Donna) Hollibush and Dr. Dan (Bonnie) Hollibush; sister, Jeannie Bach; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his brother, Duane Hollibush.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 6:00 pm in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home with Pastor Michael Steinke officiating. Military honors will follow. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Tuesday from 4:00 – 6:00 pm. In accordance with Tom’s wishes, cremation will follow the services. Memorials to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund have been suggested.
Jerry & Cindy Talley says
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Chainsaw says
Tommy, I will always have your back. Agent orange has got me too. Never forget Coranado Beach. I will see you in heaven.
Brink Family says
Cheryl
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
John Carlson says
Sorry for your loss. Looking at Thomas’ obituary he did some incredible things in life. Knowing his daughter Ashley, it’s obvious he was a great father. In honor and appreciation of his Vietnam service, the Carlson family made a donation to the Vietnam Memorial Fund.
Tom & Kory Neuzerling says
Tom, your formidable persona and wicked sense of humor has a disarming lasting affect upon those you touched. Your fighting spirit is inspirational.
Enjoy the serenity you’ve more than earned buddy!
We will miss you quite dearly, but only until we meet again.
Bob Palmi says
Sorry for the loss of your uncle Ellie.
Deborah Jerome says
Cheryl & family- We are so sorry for your loss…Tom was a special guy! Hugs to all- cousin Deb Jerome
Maridee Hanaman says
So sorry for your loss. Tom was a great guy and will be sadly missed . Prayers and thoughts are with you.
Twilla Blair says
My deepest heartfelt sympathy to all of Tom’s family. Many fond memories of Tom growing up and while in Coronado. My brother Fred and Tom worked many hours on Tom’s classic car. Now the two of them can reminisce once again. You are cured and whole . Glory be to God! Peace to you and your family .
Jim (Billy) and Vicky Kellerr says
We are saddened to hear of Tom’s passing. Tom and I were close friends growing up. I have so many good memories with Tom. I will never forget him.He will be greatly missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with your family. May God draw near to your family during this difficult time.
Cousin: Norma (Stitt) Curtis, Cape Coral, FL says
What a surprise to hear of Tom’s passing. We are so sorry for your loss. The thing I remember most about Tom was his bright smile; even when we were all children and had family get togethers, he was always smiling.
Devon Kokta says
Cheryl and family – I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. The impact that Tom and his family had on my life is unforgettable. It’ll always be that one I carry with me. He truly was an amazing guy, I’m blessed to have met him. Thinking of you all.
Donald Beaulieu says
I am so sad and sorry to hear of my friend Tom passing.
Just heard today a few minutes ago.
I met him after retiring and joining the Racine Athletic club.
He was quite a personality and later after knowing him longer and hanging out with him more I realized that he actually did most of the things he said he did 🙂
I travel in different circles now and I realize that I was in the same hospital August 11 having heart surgery and Tom passed away August 14. We could’ve had a little chat.
Miss you more now buddy!
Just heard of your passing from Gary Legler a racquetball friend.