Thomas G. Lanham, 85, of Aurora passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2022 at his home. He was born October 16, 1936 in Charleston, West Virginia, the son of Estill and Bessie (Shamblin) Lanham.
Thomas was a loving father and grandfather who enjoyed puzzles of all kinds, tracking the stock market, and watching The Family Feud.
He is survived by three children, Robert "Mike" Lanham of Salem, IN, Edith Sutcliff of Salem, IN, Brenda (Mark) English of North Aurora, IL; ten grandchildren, Kilee, Jordan, Chris, Matt, Tanner, Jessica, Ashley, Dallis, Madison, and Peyten; seven great grandchildren; three brothers, Kenneth "Ronald" Lanham, Harold "Curly" Lanham, Phillip "Darrell Lanham, several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his son, Tommy Lanham; his parents, Estill and Bessie (Shamblin) Lanham; his brother, Frederick "Ray" Lanham.
Arrangements are being handled by THE DALEIDEN MORTUARY, 220 N. Lake St., Aurora, IL 60506, 630-631-5500.
A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, May 7, 2022 from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM at Aurora Turners Club 1335 Mitchell Road Aurora, IL 60505.
Please visit our website at www.daleidenmortuary.com where you may leave condolences for Thomas' family.