Thomas "Tom" L. Jeffers

Thomas “Tom” L. Jeffers, 80, of Fond du Lac, WI and Sarasota, FL, died on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at Harbor Haven, Fond du Lac. Tom was born in Fond du Lac, WI on July 27, 1944, to Thomas E. and Marian (Mayer) Jeffers. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Fond du Lac. Tom graduated from Winnebago Lutheran Academy in 1962 and graduated from Oshkosh Technical Institute with an Associate Degree in accounting. On March 1, 1969, he married Margaret (Marge) Willie of Van Dyne. He worked at Mercury Marine for several years before becoming an operating engineer. Later he purchased his own trucking business, hauling milk from farm to market. After selling that business, he drove semi-truck milk tankers to numerous states throughout the Midwest and South. He was employed as a truck driver for Midwest Express before he retired in 2004. In his semi-retirement, he drove part-time for Fond du Lac Express. Tom was a life-long member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Fond du Lac and found his second church home at St. Armand’s Key Lutheran Church in Sarasota, where he spent his retirement winters. Tom served as a volunteer fireman on the Van Dyne Fire Department for many years. He loved sports and in his early years and played softball in the Fond du Lac and North Fond du Lac leagues. He was also an avid Packer fan and proudly informed everyone that he owned a share of stock in the Packers. After retiring from softball, Tom took up boating. He spent many week-ends and vacations cruising Lake Winnebago, Lake Michigan, Green Bay, the North Channel and the Mississippi River. Tom also loved all things Sarasota, from plays and cabarets to waterside tiki bars. He also enjoyed traveling and took many memorable trips over the years. Tom was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Marge and his son, James Jeffers. He is also survived by his brother, David (Janet) Jeffers, his sister Mary (Jack) Terry and many cherished nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the compassionate and caring staff at Harbor Haven in Fond du Lac. Their care and kindness meant a great deal to Tom on his final journey. Special thanks to his nurse, Tina, who provided comfort and care to the family in his final hour. Tom is at peace with God in his heavenly home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, or St. Armand’s Key Lutheran Church, Sarasota, Florida. VISITATION: Tom’s family will greet friends and family on Friday, May 30, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 1600 S. Main Street, Fond du Lac, WI. SERVICE: A memorial service will be held immediately following the visitation at 12:00 p.m. with Reverand Peter Lindemann officiating. Cremation has taken place. Kurki Funeral Chapel & Crematory is serving the family, on-line guestbook can be found at www.kurkifuneralchapel.com. 920-921-4420

Thomas "Tom" L. Jeffers

July 27, 1944 - May 20, 2025