Thomas A. Yocum

Thomas A Yocum, age 78, passed away at home on Thursday, March 28, 2013 from lung cancer.

Tom was born on February 25, 1935, to Fred and Catherine Yocum in Chicago, Illinois. He was a graduate of Cassville High School and served in the U.S. Army until the passing of his father, when he returned to Cassville to help oversee the family business, Rapid Die and Molding Company. As a young man, Tom enjoyed swimming and diving. He also had a passion for driving fast cars and piloting airplanes. He enjoyed fishing and playing cards, and cherished his friendships. His joy was in helping others when he could.

Tom was preceded in death by his two brothers, Fred and Robert and is survived by  three nieces, four nephews and fourteen great-nieces and nephews.

A memorial service to celebrate his life was held at  1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, 2013, at River Valley Community Church Fellowship Hall located at 1035 Jack Oak Road in Cassville. Following a brief service, please stay for fellowship, stories and desserts.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be given in Toms memory to the Cassville Rescue Squad or Grant County Hospice. Martin Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cassville is assisting the family.