Thomas J. Bergschneider Obituary

The memory of Thomas J. Bergschneider in Springfield, Illinois, who passed away on August 6, 2025 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Leo Bergschneider and Sarah Dodsworth Bergschneider; his son Chuck Bergschneider; his granddaughter Cayla; his great grandchild Sloan; and his brothers, Jack Bergschneider (late Doris) and William.

He is survived by: his wife Helen Wallbaum; his children, Debbie Sadler (Bill) of Franklin, Brad Bergschneider (Lori) of Franklin, Angie Barre (Darren) of Luling, LA, Steve Bergschneider (Dee) of Holly Springs, NC and Sara Simmons (Brian) of Athens; his grandchildren, Kirstin Gebhardt (Brad), Chase Bergschneider (Cassie), Devin Bergschneider (Lindsay), Jagger Bergschneider (Emily), Paige Barre, Lucy Barre, Ellen Collopy (Justin), Clara Bergschneider, Kilyn Simmons and Keston Simmons; his great grandchildren, Blaine, Poppie, Cade, Cason, Greenley, Isla, Walker, Beckham and Meadow; and his siblings, Ed Bergschneider (late Bernice), Bob Bergschneider (Marilyn), Dick Bergschneider (Lea), Sister Rachel Bergschneider, Mary Somerset (Joe) and JoAnn Gardner (Jay). He is also survived by his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer or Dementia charities or the charity of the donor's choice, or to the Franklin Fire Department.