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  • Visitation

    Semi-Private

    Thursday, January 5, 2023

    4:30 pm to 6:00 pm

    • Full Obituary

      Tom, 67, born September 5, 1955, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 31, 2022, in Saint Jacob, IL, surrounded by his family. He succumbed to a yearlong battle of Glioblastoma (Brain Cancer).  

      Though born in Staunton, Tom was a true son of Highland Illinois. Raised here from youth on, he grew to find his life calling as a son, father, brother, grandpa "Paw Paw", and Independent Business Owner. 

      Tom grew up in Highland, IL, graduating from Highland High School in 1973. He then attended Kaskaskia College for Automotive Technology. In 1988, Tom became founder of TMCI Transportation out of Highland where he was a devoted owner/operator for 36 years. 

      Tom had a passion for Dirt Late Model racing. He owned and operated a team for the better part of 20 years winning the UMP National Points Championship in 1997.  In 2006, after a break from racing, he formed another race team with his sons, racing all over the Midwest. He also enjoyed boating, golfing, and spending time with his family. He was a lifelong supporter of the Highland Quarterback Club and Highland Bulldogs as he attended his brother's, sons’, and grandson's games. 

      After Retirement in 2019, Tom lived out the remainder of his life in Port Charlotte, Florida, doing what he loved most; being outside. Whether it be golfing, boating, or mowing the neighbor’s grass, Tom loved the outdoors. 

      Tom will be greatly missed by several aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends for his answer to every question, his charisma, and the hard work he put into everything he did. 

      He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Mary (nee Merkle) Manville, along with several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

      Tom is survived and will be missed by his three sons, Craig (Amber) Manville of Highland, Tim (Ashley) Manville of St. Jacob, Blake (Maria) Manville of Highland; former wife of 46 years, Susan Manville of Highland. Forever remembered by his 6 grandchildren, Camden, Brynlee, Emery, Landen, Barrett, and soon to be born, Lane, forever looked up to by his younger brother, Scott Manville of Port Charlotte, Florida, nephew, Nicholas (Alyson) Manville of Highland, and great nephews, Simon and James Manville. 

      As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made to wishes of the family

      Visitation: Semi-Private on Thursday, January 5, 2023, from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm, Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL.

      Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL

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    1. Kevin Plocher Wheelzracinvideo / January 2, 2023 at 2:30 pm

      Tom and I met in High School and we were
      Best Friends We pretty much would hang out
      Every night with our friends up at the old
      Piggly Wiggly parking lot back in the days
      I have a lot of great memories
      I will always cherish those memories with him
      RIP Brother going to miss you
      I am sorry for your loss for your Family and Friends
      Prayers in Jesus Name for all

    2. Trace Westling / January 2, 2023 at 2:55 pm

      Condolences from all the Westling Racing Family! Tom was one of our favorites to be around and all the long nights at Pevely we sure enjoyed being there being parked next door. All those memories will be remembered and missed. 🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️

    3. Patrick and Vera Durbin / January 3, 2023 at 11:47 am

      So sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Was not aware of his battle with cancer. Our deepest condolences to the family.

    4. Patty Frey / January 3, 2023 at 12:20 pm

      My sympathy to all of Tom’s family and friends. Tom was always full of life which led to great conversations and many laughs. I enjoyed visiting with him monthly over the past 50 years while cutting his hair. Tom left us with loving memories.

    5. Cynthia Ilges / January 3, 2023 at 3:21 pm

      So sorry for your loss, Tom and Susie, were great parents and friends of mine, our son’s played football together. I always admired their involvement in their community. I will remember those fun times while the boys were growing up. Our sympathy to your family from the Ilges family. Cindy, Ryan and Kyle.

    6. Linda A Walker / January 3, 2023 at 5:00 pm

      I didn’t know Tom, but I just wanted to say that glioblastoma multiform is an awful cancer. My husband David, had it in 2006-2008. It is a cancer that takes away everything from the realization of the love the person has for their family to being able to walk. May God bless the family that took care of him.

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