Thomas S. “Tom” Routt

04Mar
2021

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Obituaries

Thomas S. “Tom” Routt, 51, of Flora, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Wednesday, March 3. 2021 at his home after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Tom was born to Roger and Beverly Huttleston Routt in Tampa, Florida on July 24, 1969. He spent most of his life in the Flora area. Tom married Donna Dawson on June 25, 2013 in the Smokey Mountains and she survives. On May 27, 2014 Tom began working for the Town of Flora. He completed his Lineman Journeyman’s training through the IMEA in July of 2019. Tom also worked at Zinn Kitchens for 23 ½ years. He was a 1987 graduate of Carroll High School. Tom enjoyed being with friends and family, especially his four grandkids. Tom loved being a grandpa and he even shared his love of Harley Davidson Motorcycles with his grandkids, taking them for rides. Tom and Donna enjoyed traveling on their motorcycle, taking trips to the Smokey Mountains and in 2017 made their first trip to the Sturgis Biker Rally. Tom is survived by his wife Donna. Daughter: Alexis (Jerica) Shepard of Peru, IN. Son: Brandon (Brandi) Shepard of Logansport, IN. Father and stepmother: Roger and Diane Routt of Flora. Sister: Tiffany Hayes of Springfield, Il. 2 brothers: Dennis (Jill) Routt of Flora and John (Tina) Routt of Kokomo. His niece, that he helped raise, Shelby Brown (Justin) of Flora. Four grandchildren: Karrington, Denver, Dallas, and Easton Shepard, along with Several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his mother Beverly Jo Hayes.

Tom’s family invites friends to visit from 1:00 pm until the Celebration of Tom’s Life at 4:00 PM Saturday at Wheeler Family Funeral Home-Baker Chapel, 204 South Center Street, Flora, IN 46929. Officiating is Pastor Kevin Marsh. The family ask that all visitors wear casual clothing, Harley Davidson apparel if possible. Following the state guidelines all visitors are asked to wear a face covering. Family asks for memorial donations be made to Riley Children’s Hospital, envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
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For online condolences visit www.wheelerfamilyfuneralhome.com or Wheeler Family Funeral Home Facebook page.
To access a live stream of Tom’s Celebration of Life visit https://webcasts.lifetributes.com/1124828

Condolences for the family 014

Marvin & Gina McAninch
March 4, 2021 10:45 pm ·

Although gone from our sight, but never from our hearts. Heartfelt thoughts go out to all of Tom’s family in this time of sorrow.
Christine Copenhaver
March 5, 2021 6:00 am ·

Our deepest sympathy at this time of sorrow. Praying for Tom’s family. May he rest in peace.
Sylvia Goings
March 5, 2021 9:36 am ·

Tom was an awesome guy. He also worked at IGA for a short time. Tom had a sense of humor about everything. He was a joy to be around! I will miss him.
Joyce Simpson
March 5, 2021 6:50 pm ·

You will sure be miss all of your hard work and I will miss you dearly picking on but you all know the Lord has gained ahard working and a loving man love you Donna and if you need anything you know where we live God bless you and the family❤❤
Tracy White
March 6, 2021 2:09 am ·

Dinna, I am deeply saddened for you an your family. Tom was a great man an even though he was quiet he gleaned with love and compassion for his love for you and his family. My heart and prayers are with you and I pray for peace and comfort in this sadness and loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers 🙏 🤍
Tracy White
March 6, 2021 2:11 am ·

Donna, I am deeply saddened for you an your family. Tom was a great man an even though he was quiet he gleaned with love and compassion for his love for you and his family. My heart and prayers are with you and I pray for peace and comfort in this sadness and loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers 🙏 🤍
Heike Fuller
March 6, 2021 10:11 am ·

Sending you lots of love and comfort, we are sorry for your loss.
The Fuller Family
Brad Carr
March 6, 2021 10:13 am ·

My deepest sympathy on your loss
My thoughts and prayers are with you
He will be missed
Jennifer Long
March 6, 2021 10:46 am ·

Donna and Family,
We are sending you lots of love. Tom was such a great person. We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts are with you.
We Love you all!
James and Angela Laird
March 6, 2021 3:18 pm ·

Fly high my friend you will forever be missed but will never be forgotten. Even though we are grieving we know that you are no longer in pain and riding your Harley again this isn’t goodbye it’s until we meet again my friend.
Brenda J Banter
March 7, 2021 9:05 am ·

Donna, I’m very sorry to hear about Toms passing.
Moppin
March 15, 2021 11:39 am ·

I’ll miss his smile and his beard. He was a very good worker for the town now the others will have to work harder than before. He always had kind words. I asked him when I very first met him what his nickname was he said “l’ll answer to anything”(Good that is) he will be missed very much.
Bill Henson
April 4, 2021 3:49 pm ·

My condolences to the family I am deeply soory to hear Tom has passed he was a awesome guy real nice and friendy,
Use to live across the street at the Garrisons I was Dawns husband,
But I am deeply sorry prayers and strength to family and friends
Karrington
August 10, 2024 1:35 am ·

three years without him now. i still stay up at night wishing it wasnt him and shedding tears until i physically cant anymore. he was an awesome guy please remember him gracefully.