Thomas Joseph Ivanitz Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Thomas Joseph Ivanitz in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Thomas, born on January 13, 1952, passed away on August 1, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Thomas Joseph Ivanitz to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Thomas for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Thomas’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was predeceased by: his sister Nancy Sorokach; and his brother-in-law Don Preckwinkle. He is survived by: his son Jason; his daughter-in-law Vanessa; his significant other Joyce Liobis; his sister Janice Preckwinkle; his brother-in-law Jack Sorokach; his niece Kristin Gendreau (Matt); his great-nephew Connor; and his great-niece Valerie.
In his later years, Thomas became known in Chicago as "DJ Papa" as he played music for SCORES Chicago charity events.
