Thomas "Tom" John Sleypen's obituary , Passed away on September 29, 2025 in Buffalo, Minnesota

Thomas "Tom" John Sleypen

March 21, 1945 - September 29, 2025 (80 years old)

Buffalo, Minnesota

Thomas "Tom" John Sleypen's obituary , Passed away on September 29, 2025 in Buffalo, Minnesota

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Peterson Chapel Funeral

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Thomas "Tom" John Sleypen

March 21, 1945 - September 29, 2025 (80 years old)

Buffalo, Minnesota

Thomas John Sleypen Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Thomas John Sleypen (Buffalo, Minnesota), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Thomas left this world on September 29, 2025 at the age of 80, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Thomas John Sleypen or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Dorothy Sleypen (Bauer) and John Sleypen; and his siblings-in-law, Mavis Moe, Jerry Fixmer and Clyde Martin.

He is survived by: his wife Sandy Martin; his daughter Kelli (Tom); his grandchildren, Brandi Lynn, Zachary Thomas and Ryan Jesse; his siblings-in-law, Nancy Fixmer, Maureen Martin and Jim Moe; and his adoptive daughter Tarra Levis. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, friends.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 5th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Monday, October 6th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church (9615 Pioneer Trail, Loretto, MN 55357). A memorial service will be held on Monday, October 6th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Peterson Chapel Funeral



Sun

Oct 05

Visitation

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church
9615 Pioneer Trail, Loretto, MN 55357

Mon

Oct 06

Visitation

10:00 AM

Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church
9615 Pioneer Trail, Loretto, MN 55357

Mon

Oct 06

Memorial service

11:00 AM

Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church
9615 Pioneer Trail, Loretto, MN 55357

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