Thomas G. Vahle

February 23, 1962 - November 21, 2017

Thomas G. Vahle, 55, of Houston, TX and formerly of Jacksonville passed away, Nov. 21, 2017, in Texas. He was born, Feb. 23, 1962, the youngest son of John A. and Peggy Joanne Vahle. Tom attended Jacksonville Our Savior Grade School and graduated from Routt Catholic High School. After attending Lincoln Land Community College, Tom married Elizabeth (Beth) Renfro. They were blessed with two beautiful daughters, Samantha (Sam) Grace and Jessica Louise Vahle. Tom and Beth later divorced. Tom is survived by his daughters, Samantha Parish and Jessica Vahle; granddaughter, Olivia Parish; five siblings, Susan Little of Winchester, Kathy Vahle of Fairmont, Judi Daniels of Brownsburg, IN, John Vahle of St. Charles, MO, Tim Vahle of Erie, CO; stepmother, Bonnie Vahle of Jacksonville; six nieces and seven nephews. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, John A. and Peggy Vahle; one grandson, Ethan Parish; and one nephew at birth. Tom’s life work was centered around technology. After moving to the Houston area, Tom worked for Metier Management Systems, Lucas Management Systems, Compaq Computers, Hewlett-Packard, and most recently, IBM. Tom loved his girls, all forms of music and motorcycles, including “Pearl”, his Harley Davidson. He lived his life with laughter, loud rocking music, and love. His smile, passion and quick wit will be missed by everyone who was lucky enough to be in his life. We love you, Tommy Vahle. The family would like to thank Sara, owner of Amazing Touch and her staff, Miss Cheryl and Miss Vera for the tireless care they provided Tom. We are grateful to have found them. The family will greet friends Thursday, Dec. 21, 2017, from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. at the Daws Family Funeral Home in South Jacksonville. A memorial service will be held Thursday from 7:00 until 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. A funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Memorial Lawn Cemetery in Jacksonville. Memorials are suggested to the Jacksonville Food Bank or Memorial Home Services Hospice.