Passed away June 11, 2016. Age 94 of South St. Paul
Preceded in death by first wife, Ruth Hartman; son, Jason; daughter-in-law, Cindy Taterka; granddaughter, Stacy Taterka; siblings, Andrew & Adeline. Survived by loving wife, Anita (Mahler); son, John Scott (Sheila); daughter-in-law, Janet Taterka; sister, Vicki Vlasis; step-children, Bryan (Fe) Mahler, Leesa Biermaier, Brent Mahler, Missy (James) Banitt; grandchildren, Curk (Tracy) Taterka, Ryan Taterka, Heather Taterka; 5 great-grandchildren; also many other relatives and friends. Tom Served in World War II in the Air Force flying 35 missions. He was owner of Thomas Jewelers, life-time member of Southview Country Club and an avid bridge player. Mass of Christian Burial 4 PM Wednesday, June 15th, at the Church of St. John Vianney, 19th Ave. No. @ Bromley, South St. Paul. Visitation 2-4 PM prior to Mass at Church. Interment St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery. Memorials preferred in lieu of flowers.