Thomas Christopher Kanke Obituary
We bid farewell to Thomas Christopher Kanke of Centerville, Indiana, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 2, 2025 at the age of 59. Thomas touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his son Blaine Kanke; and his parents-in-law, Gene and Nancy Minor. He is survived by: his parents, Thomas Kanke and Joyce McNamara Kanke; his wife Vicky Minor Kanke; his daughter Alea Perry (Matt); his grandchildren, Riley Day, Kaylie Perry and Paxton Kanke; his sister Jenny Ryan; his siblings-in-law, Jeff, Alisa Brown, Greg and Chris Minor; his nieces and nephews, Natalee Brock, Lindsey Baker, Lauren Simpson, Brittany Minor, Andy Minor, Mitchell Minor, Brandon Purden, Tyler Siegel and Alex Cosgrove; Jessica Toschlog.
Memorial contributions can be made to The American Cancer Society, Wayne County Unit, P. O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741, Reid Hospice, 1100 Reid Parkway, Richmond, IN 47374 or Help the Animals Inc., P. O. Box 117, Richmond, IN 47375.
