Thomas C. “Tom” Kurland was born in St. Louis, Missouri on November 14, 1937 to John and Jessie (Bronakowski) Kurland.

He died peacefully in his sleep at home in Magnolia, Texas on January 19, 2024 following many months of home hospice care.

Tom is survived by his wife of 35 years, Karen (Joppich) Kurland; his sister, Patricia Boylan of Wright City, Missouri; his brother, Richard (Kathy) Kurland of Peoria, Illinois; his son, Thomas (Yun) Kurland of San Diego, California; daughter, Jeannie (Steve) West of Salem, Missouri; stepchildren, Shannon Fleming of Rogers City and Bradley Fleming of Magnolia; sisters-in-law, Gail (GP) Matherne of Spring, Texas and Linda Joppich of Interlochen; a multitude of nieces and nephews and their families will also will miss him.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers-in-law, John (Linda) Joppich and Gary Joppich.

Tom was a gentle and happy man; fun to be around and always quick with a joke. He was a “jack-of-all-trades” and a master of all. He was a licensed carpenter, a licensed cosmetologist, a licensed real estate agent and a very successful salesperson. His last career was in sales of construction equipment to rental stores for T. C. Grant and Company. Tom loved to sing and sang in Sts. Simon & Jude church choir. He loved his Catholic faith and was a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a baker, cook and an artist. There wasn’t anything he couldn’t fix, and had a plethora of tools he would lend to friends. He loved his family and friends and was always up for a party. He will be missed!

Services for Tom took place at Sts. Simon & Jude Catholic Church in The Woodlands, Texas February 12, at 10 a.m., preceded by a rosary at 9:30 am. A luncheon followed in the church hall.

Graveside service and inurnment will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery in Rogers City on Wednesday, August 7th at 11 a.m. with Deacon Scott Landane conducting.

Memorials can be made to the American Heart Association or a charity of your choice.