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Thomas A. Green

Thomas A. Green, 62, of Sandusky, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family Sunday, September 3, 2017 at Stein Hospice Care Center.

Tom was born September 30, 1954 in Sandusky, Ohio to the late Carl and Florence (Broski) Green.

Tom was a 1972 graduate of Perkins High School, where he affectionately earned the nickname, "Big Tom". He worked as a press operator at Tenneco Automotive for 24 years. Tom was also a proud veteran of the United States Army. In his spare time, Tom enjoyed working with the youth, especially coaching, fishing and playing cards. He was an avid fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland's professional sports teams.

His greatest joy of all was his family especially his children and grandchildren.

Tom is survived by his loving wife, Deanna (Young) Green, whom he married on April 7, 1978; daughter, Rachel Green of Ontario; son, Jason (Kelly) Green of Sandusky; grandchildren, Elizabeth and Jonathan Green; brother, Kenneth Green of Norwalk; special nephew, Doug Warren of Castalia; special sister, Gail (Don) Wonnell of Sylvania and many other loving family members.

In addition to his parents, Tom is preceded in death by his sister, Catherine Green.

Friends and family may call on Friday, September 8, at 11 am until the time of memorial service at noon at Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1607 E. Perkins Avenue, Sandusky, OH 44870. Pastor Eric Bodenstab of Zion Lutheran Church will be presiding.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870, Cancer Services of Erie County, 505 E. Perkins Avenue, Sandusky, OH 44870 or Veteran's Services of Erie County, 2900 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky, OH 44870.

Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com