Tom "T" Holtz, 72, of Lena, IL passed away unexpectedly at FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport, IL on Friday, May 13, 2022.  Tom was born on February 28, 1950 to Amiel and Leora (Schult) Holtz.  He married Sue Simmons on January 10, 1976 in Belmont, WI.  After Tom retired from Pearl City Elevator, he enjoyed working for Wolf Hollow Golf Course as one of the grounds men.  Tom enjoyed playing softball in his younger years when he lived in Belmont, WI, where he was also a former assistant fire chief until 1987 when he moved to Lena.  Tom was a member of the Lake Le-Aqua-Na Sportman's Club.  He enjoyed golfing, fishing, and hunting, especially with his granddaughter, and would always make time for a cold one with his friends.

Tom is survived by his wife Sue of Lena; two children- Adam (Missy) Holtz, and Amy (Eric) Boyer both of Lena; three grandchildren- Pacey, Addie, and Karlee; brothers- Bob (Sharon) of Marshall, WI, Jerry (Joni) of Belmont, WI, Bill (Jayne) of Fort Collins, CO; sister Karen (Tom) Schwartz of Darlington, WI; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and four brothers-in-law- Bill, Jim, Bob, and Ron

A celebration of life will be held from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, May 20, 2022 at Wolf Hollow Golf Course in Lena, IL.

Family would like to thank the individuals and first responders from Leamon's Ambulance, Lena Police Department, Illinois State Police Department, that assisted on scene, as well as all medical personnel who cared for Tom at FHN Memorial Hospital.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

A memorial has been established in his memory.