Tom Anglin
April 3, 1928 ~ March 11, 2014
Served by: Luce, Luze & Reck Funeral Homes
Thomas Herman Anglin, 85, of Polo, SD, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2014, at the Highmore Health in Highmore, SD after a courageous and brave battle with Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson’s disease.
Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, March 15, 2014 at St. Liborius Catholic Church, Polo with Father Chester Murtha, celebrant. Burial followed at Mount Calvary Cemetery, Polo with military honors. Visitation began at 7:00 p.m., Friday, March 14, 2014 followed by an 8:00 p.m. wake service, all at the church in Polo.
Tom was born April 3, 1928, to Thomas Phillip Anglin and Frances Susan (Kellen) Anglin. Raised on the family farm 4 ½ miles SE of Polo, he attended St. Liborious grade school and Fairview High School in Polo graduating as Valedictorian of his class in 1946.
Tom had a great love of baseball and especially the Minnesota Twins – he played American Legion and Amateur League baseball through high school and until the year he married at age 33.
Joining the US Army in February 1951 during the Korean conflict, he was promoted to Staff Sergeant nine months after boot camp, stationed in Germany and was honorably discharged in December 1952. Tom liked to dryly comment that “he never let one North Korean get past him while serving in Germany”. After serving in the army, Tom returned to farm with his father and brother Harley. He also worked part time for the Hand County ASCS office in Miller for over 30 years. A life member of the Knights of Columbus for 66 years, he recently received a plaque for 52 years of service as the Treasurer. Tom was also a member for many years of the American Legion and served on the Hand County Library Board.
Tom met the love of his life, Frances Angela Caparelli in 1961. After a short, whirlwind romance, they were married in February 1962 at St. Patrick’s Church in Council Bluffs IA. To this happy union were born six living children.
A great lover of books, Tom was a self-educated man – he loved to read anything. Known for his dry sense of humor, he also enjoyed singing ditties and jingles to his children and grandchildren as well as shaking dice with the coffee crew and playing sheep-head with anyone that was willing. Tom deeply loved his Catholic faith and everything about his religion.
Tom is survived by his wife, Frances Anglin, Polo, SD; his children: Joseph (Laurie) Anglin of Spearfish, Jeanice (James) Miskimins of Mitchell, Laura (Paul) Szymanski of San Diego, CA, Michael Anglin of Polo, Kenneth Anglin of Sioux Falls, and Steven (Rosalie) Anglin of West Fargo, ND; nine grandchildren: Grace, Anna and Elizabeth Szymanski of San Diego, CA, Mara and Alexa Miskimins of Mitchell, Sarah, Rebeccah and Thomas Anglin of Spearfish, and Madeline Anglin of West Fargo, ND; brother-in-law, Louie (Jean) Caparelli; sisters-in-law: Mary Caparelli and Julie (Joe) Caparelli, all of Council Bluffs, IA, and Rose McCallister of Shawnee, KS; and many nieces and nephews on both sides of his family.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents; siblings;: James (Rita) Anglin, Ethel (Andy) Schapmann, Alvin (Lucille) Anglin, Marcel (Penny) Anglin, Harlan Anglin and Loyola (George) Sprenger; father and mother-in-law, Angelo and Grace Caparelli; brother-in-law, Joe Caparelli and sister-in-law, Philomena Caparelli.
Reck Funeral Home of Miller has been entrusted with Tom’s arrangements.
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Aunt Fran and family, I’m so sorry to hear about Uncle Tom. He and all of you are in my prayers.
Love,
Sue
Fran and family we are so sorry to hear of your loss. May Tom be wrapped in the arms of God and filled with the grace of heaven.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Dan and Mary Froning
Fran and kids
So sorry to hear about Uncle Tom’s passing. I remember all of the father’s day picnics at your place. Praying for you all!
Carol
Fran and the family are in our thoughts, prayers, and hearts. God bless Tom.
Fran, Joe, Jeanice, Laura, Mike, Kenny , Steve, in-laws and Grandchildren. We are so sorry to hear about Tom’s passing. Uncle Tom was one of a kind. He was fun to visit with, loved his laugh (the Anglin trait). Always reminded me of the shy one. Cherish the memories that you have of Husband, Father, Grandfather and hold them close to your heart. May the Heavely Father wrap his arms around you all and keep you close to him, lean on each other.
Fran, Mike and all of the Anglin Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family, may the bring you comfort and peace. Tom is in a better place now where he will no longer suffer. The memories that you have made will remain forever in your hearts. In Deepest Sympathy,
JoDee & Jeff Bryant
I am so sorry to hear about Tom. I will miss seeing you at the home. He is resting in peace now. I am sure all the people who he loved was at the gates waiting for him with open arms. The rest of the farkleing crew said to tell you how sorry they were also. Take care and you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike and family, Thinking of you during this time of remembering your loved one. I have known Tom along time, he would come into the library when I worked there. He was surprised to hear that my name was pronounced the same as his daughter’s. God bless you all. Sincerely, Jenise
We sure enjoyed playing cards with Tom. Lots of fun memories at the card house. We know that you will remember Tom with great memories as we all will. Our sympathy.
You were so lucky to ahve him for a Father, a true gentleman. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Although I knew Uncle Tom was failing, it was still a surprise to hear of his passing, the last of that wonderful batch of siblings. I know he will be irreparably missed by Fran and his children, but also by the rest of the family. Sending sincerest condolences to all.
I loved uncle Tom’s baritone voice and think about him every time I listen to an audio book because I remember he used to record audio books for the blind. Now he can be a lector in heaven, praising God in person. God bless and keep you uncle Tom. Your brothers and sisters are waiting there with open arms. Tell mom hi for me.
Thoughts and prayers to you Fran and your entire family. May you find comfort and peace knowing Tom has gone to his eternal rest.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Fran, Laura and family, so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I am sorry for your loss, May Peace be with you.
Dana and Terri
So very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I know you will miss him every day. Praying that you feel our Father’s comfort and peace…
We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!