Thomas L. Blank

Thomas Lee Blank, of Neenah, WI, passed away on December 8, 2025, at his home in Neenah, WI. Tom was born on August 9, 1934, to Ed and Lucille (Larson) Blank.

Tom married Carol Holland on November 27, 1957, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Menasha and celebrated 65 years of marriage before Carol’s passing in August 2023.

Tom is survived by his daughter Chris Pfeifer (Mike), daughter Karen Wright (Jim), and son Mike (Stacy). He is also survived by his sister-in-law Ginger Eiden (Jerome) and many nieces and nephews.

He was the proud grandfather of six grandchildren Eric Ido-Bruce (Brad), Tyler Bruce (Alexis), Greg Blank (Rachel), Kaitlin Pfeifer (Abby), Thomas Pfeifer, and Kristin Blank (Steve). He was also blessed with eight great-grandchildren, Ava, Noah and Leo Bruce, Loraine, Zuko and Finnley Smith, and Nora and Everett Blank.

He was preceded in death by his wife Carol, parents Ed and Lucille Blank, sister Helen, brother Bob, and sister-in-law Maureen Blank

Tom was a veteran of the US Army. His humility was quiet but unmistakable. He never called attention to himself yet always showed up for others. He enjoyed traveling across the country in his younger years and cherished his annual fishing trips up north with his family as he grew older. A talented woodworker, he filled the lives of those around him with pieces he created, each one beautifully crafted. Tom had a soft spot for dogs and looked forward to greeting the neighborhood pups on his daily walks. His gentle presence was a familiar comfort on Payne’s Point, and he will be deeply missed by his wonderful neighbors on Lake Winnebago.

There will be a celebration of life for Tom on Saturday, December 20 from 1-4pm at the family home on Lake Winnebago, Neenah, WI.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Humane Society or dog rescue of your choice.