Tom Eckrich Obituary
The world bids farewell to Tom Eckrich of Fort Wayne, Indiana, departing on March 18, 2025 at the age of 66. Tom leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his father Thomas Eckrich; his son Michael; and his brother Bill. He is survived by: his mother Sally Eckrich of Clear Lake, IN; his wife Katie Shank; his children, Samantha (Rob Hoffman) of South Bend, John (Bailey) of Ft. Wayne and Laura of Boise, ID; his siblings, Ann Arnold (David), Christopher (Carol Ann) and Tony (Lora); and his sister-in-law Kathleen Eckrich. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
The family's preferred memorials are St. Charles Catholic School Tuition Assistance, online at stcharlesschoolfw.org/choice-sgo, or by mail to 4910 Trier Rd, Fort Wayne IN 46815; or to Canine Companions Indiana Chapter, online at https://canine.org, or by mail to P.O.Box 446, Santa Rosa CA 95402; or to Masses at the Parish of your choice.
