Thomas (Tom) C. East's obituary , Passed away on June 11, 2024 in Sumner, Illinois

Thomas (Tom) C. East

December 5, 1956 - June 11, 2024 (67 years old)

Sumner, Illinois

Thomas (Tom) C. East's obituary , Passed away on June 11, 2024 in Sumner, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Emmons-Macey & Steffey Funeral Home

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Thomas (Tom) C. East

December 5, 1956 - June 11, 2024 (67 years old)

Sumner, Illinois

Thomas C. East Obituary

The world bids farewell to Thomas C. East of Sumner, Illinois, born in Vincennes, Indiana, departing on June 11, 2024 at the age of 67. Thomas leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Thomas C. East to show support.

Though Thomas may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Thomas touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Forrest East and Mary Sue East (Fortner). He is survived by: his wife Marlene Sanders; his children, Eric Burke of Vincennes, Toni Strange (Bill) of Lawrenceville, Marty Burke of Lawrenceville, Rockie Burke (Shelley) of Vincennes and Summer East of Fairfield, Illinois; and his brother Forrest'Bud'East of Vincennes, Indiana. He is also survived by nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Emmons-Macey & Steffey Funeral Home



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