Thomas Michael Driscoll, 88, of Donnellson, Iowa, passed away at 8:25 a.m. Monday, April 22, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in Fort Madison.
He was born on November 14, 1935, in Belfast, Iowa, the son of Timothy Francis and Margaret Rita (Burke) Driscoll. On February 13, 1965, he married Alice J. Brune. She preceded him in death on January 3, 2022.
He is survived by one son: Mike (Rachelle) Driscoll of McGregor, Iowa; one daughter: Kim (Doug) Ensminger of Argyle, Iowa; four grandchildren: Zach, Emma, Olivia and Weston; one brother: Tim (Mary) Driscoll. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife: Alice; eight siblings: Mary Knox, Margaret Hayes, Theresa Bentzinger, John Driscoll, Colleen Lowenberg, Patricia Hirschler, Jim Driscoll and Agnes Roan.
Tom was a graduate of Donnellson High School. He served in the United States Army for two years. He operated heavy equipment and owned his own business for a time. Tom was a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in West Point and the American Legion.
His body has been entrusted to the crematory of Schmitz Funeral Home for cremation.
A visitation will be held from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. Thursday, April 25, 2024, at Schmitz Funeral Home, where the family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 26, 2024, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Donnellson with Father Dan Dorau officiating.
Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in West Point with a flag presentation by the Donnellson American Legion Gillaspey – Moodie Post #474.
In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in his memory for Donnellson Fire and Rescue.
Schmitz Funeral Home of Donnellson is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com.
