Blessing, Thomas J. Age 89. Born December 14, 1930 and died June 2, 2020 from COVID-19. Preceded in death by parents, Thomas and Sydney (Caie) Blessing; son, Michael; daughter, Mary Bangs; sons-in-law, Bill Wissman and Mike Bangs. Survived by wife of 70 years, Patricia (Trish) Fadell Blessing; children, Thomas III (Susan), Suzanne Wissman, Stephen, Terry (Isabel), Katie, Linda Strachan (Casey), Ann Andersen (Rob); sister, Sandra Wagenius (Sevard); 27 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. Tom's life was grounded in his deep love of God and family. His lifelong devotion to his Catholic faith and ever growing family was an inspiration to all who knew him. From a young age Tom nurtured his passion for music and art, and felt truly blessed to develop his love of drawing into a successful career and business in commercial art. Tom will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, intelligence and ready wit - a true gentleman! Tom was loved by many and will be greatly missed. His family is deeply grateful for the compassionate and loving care he received at Emerald Crest in Burnsville during his last years. Funeral mass on Tuesday, June 23 at 11am at the Church of the Risen Savior, 1501 County Rd 42 E, Burnsville, MN (see risensavior.org for COVID guidelines). Burial immediately following. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Risen Christ Catholic School, 1120 E. 37th Street, Mpls, MN 55407 or risenchristschool.org.
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