Obituary of Tom Joseph Szagesh

Szagesh, Thomas “Tom”

Caro, Michigan

(formerly of Vassar, Michigan)

Tom, age 81, passed away August 19, 2022.  He was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan on May 28, 1941, to the late Michael and Mary Szagesh.  He enjoyed spending time with family, playing poker, mowing the lawn, watching sci-fi movies, and cracking some cold ones. He volunteered through the State of Michigan as a driver for many years until he became unable to do so. 

Surviving are his children, Michele (Ken) Filkins of Caro, Wayne (Melissa) Szagesh of Millington, and Tom (Char) Szagesh of Ohio; grandchildren, Chanda Szagesh, Paige (Rob) Rushlo, Tiffany Szagesh, Krysta (David) Henry, Mary Jo (Danny) Skinner, Shauna (Cody) Johnson, and Alexis Filkins; 11 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Frank (Jill) Szagesh.  He was predeceased by his wife, Margaret Szagesh; daughter, Mary Hoover; grandson, Wayne Szagesh II; son-in-law, Jeff Hoover; and 2 brothers and a sister. 

A Celebration of Life will be held from 3pm – 8pm, September 3, 2022, at Riverside Park, 414 N. Cass Ave, Vassar, MI 48768.  In lieu of flowers those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Memorial Contributions to the Wishes of the Family.  To sign online guestbook, visit www.cremationsocietymidmi.com