Thomas D. VanKirk, 74, of Middlefield, formerly of Garrettsville, passed away Wednesday, August 30, 2023. He was born June 27, 1949, in Ravenna, to the late Robert and Mary (Christian) VanKirk.
He worked at Carlisle Rubber Company for 32 years, never missed a day of work. He enjoyed working on and driving old classic Chevy’s, especially his 1969 Chevelle and 1964 Nova that he built with his son. He was an avid photographer, loved assembling model cars, playing pool with his friends.
Tom will be deeply missed by his children, Chris (Mike) Minteer and Thomas (Rebecca) VanKirk; grandchildren; Joshua Pierson, Andrew Stiles, Heather Stiles, Maryiah VanKirk, Riley VanKirk, Madison VanKirk; many great grandchildren; ex-wife and friend, Norma Beck, and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Mary VanKirk.
Family and friends joined for a visitation Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at Mallory-DeHaven-Carlson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 8382 Center St., Garrettsville, OH 44231. A funeral service was held at the funeral home, with Pastor Stephen Beatty officiating. Tom was taken to Windham Township Cemetery, where he was lovingly laid to rest.
