Thomas Marshall Sundquist's Obituary
Big Rapids - Thomas Marshall Sundquist, 61, of Big Rapids, passed away Saturday April 7, 2018 at Metro Health Hospital in Wyoming.
He was born January 19, 1957, in Big Rapids, the son of Torrey and Winifred (Mahoney) Sundquist, and was a lifelong resident of Big Rapids. Tom graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1975, and then earned his Associates Degree in Ornamental Horticulture from Ferris State College.
For many years, Tom worked for Big Rapids Public Schools, first as a bus driver and later in custodial work. He currently served as president of the Sons of AmVets Post #1941 in Big Rapids.
Tom is survived by his special friend Jeannie Schneider; his uncle Don (Gaynor) Mahoney; and many cousins from the Mahoney and Buckley families. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother John in 2015
Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, April 13, 2018, at the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids, with Rev. John M. Brown officiating. A celebration of Tom's life will follow, beginning at 2:00 p.m. Friday at the AmVets Post #1941 in Big Rapids. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name may be made for the Sons of AmVets, with envelopes available at the funeral home.
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