Edwin Thomas "Tom" Winholtz's Obituary
Edwin Thomas Winholtz, 66, of Decatur, passed away March 30, 2022 at his home.
Tom was born in Decatur on March 25, 1956, the son of William and Phyllis (Douglas) Winholtz. He worked out of Labor Local 159 for over thirty years, retiring from Interior Specialty Construction. He married Donna Marshall on December 26, 1998 in Boody, Illinois. In his spare time, Tom enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, going down South to his property, motorcycling, entering crappie tournaments, and spending time with his friends, his mother, and his dogs.
Tom is survived by his wife Donna; children Jenna and Brett; six grandchildren; 3 sisters-in-law; 2 brothers-in-law; 2 stepsons; and extended family, including nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and one daughter.
Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home is providing cremation services for Tom. A memorial visitation will be held from 4 to 6pm on Friday, April 8 at Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home. Memorials may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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