Thomas F. "Tom" Lyerla's obituary , Passed away on August 28, 2026 in Marine, Illinois

Thomas F. "Tom" Lyerla

October 1, 1949 - August 28, 2026 (76 years old)

Marine, Illinois

Thomas F. "Tom" Lyerla's obituary , Passed away on August 28, 2026 in Marine, Illinois

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Thomas F. "Tom" Lyerla

October 1, 1949 - August 28, 2026 (76 years old)

Marine, Illinois

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Thomas F. Lyerla Obituary

The passing of Thomas F. Lyerla of Marine, Illinois occurred on August 28, 2026. Thomas, born on October 1, 1949, shared life with family, friends, and community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Richard and Mary Ellen Lyerla Sr.; and his brothers, Terry "Woody" Lyerla and Jon Lyerla. He is survived by: his wife Cheri Lyerla of Marine, IL; his daughters, Courtney Branson (Rich) of Highland, IL, Dena Hime (Kenny) of Highland, IL and Jenny Cook of Highland, IL; his grandchildren, Trey Branson, Reid Branson, Hattie Branson, Madison Hime, Macey Hime, Ellen Seger, Peyton Seger and Charlotte Seger; and his brother James Richard "Jim" Lyerla Jr.. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

Memorial donations can be made to MDS Foundation, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, or Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Meridith Funeral Home PC



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