Thomas M. Stewart age 50, of Menomonie, died suddenly at work on Monday September 16, 2024, in Anoka, MN, of natural causes. 

Tom was born May 12, 1974, in Menomonie, WI.  He was the son of Glen and Roberta (Bemis) Stewart.  He grew up mostly in the Elmwood community, graduating from Elmwood High School in 1992.  After high school Tom moved to Menomonie.  He worked for Schwans Company, Tri Mart Company. and was currently working for Summit Food Services. 

Tom enjoyed fishing, ice fishing, golfing, going to baseball games, and was passionate about cooking. 

Tom is survived by his father, Glen of Elmwood; his partner, Aurora Johnson of Menomonie; siblings, Rebecca (Jim) Matzek of Ellsworth, Douglas (Carmen) Stewart of Elmwood, Tammy (JJ) Shingledecker of Maiden Rock, maternal grandmother, Angeline Bemis of Spring Valley, three nieces, three nephews, several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. 

He is preceded in death by his mother Roberta Stewart. His paternal grandparents, maternal grandfather and numerous aunts and uncles.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 PM Friday, September 27, 2024, at Rhiel Funeral Home in Menomonie.  Burial will be at a later date at the Porcupine Cemetery, near Arkansaw.

Condolences

1. Kathy Scheid September 25, 2024, at 2:54pm

   I got to meet Tom from work. (Summit) Which he was a hugh support for me. He was a very nice hard working guy. Who will be sadly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

2. Teri Knutson September 22, 2024, at 8:38am

   Tom was a great neighbor. For the 7 years that I was honored to know him he brought joy to my life. If I ever needed anything Tom was right there to help out. I was blessed to have him as a neighbor when he would cook meals either on the grill or in the kitchen he would bring me over a hot meal 9 times out of 10. I will miss his generosity and laugh he could always bring a smile to my face. Rest in peace Tom you may be gone but you will never be forgotten.

3. Cara Malone (Poquette) September 19, 2024, at 10:23pm

   Sending my heartfelt condolences to all who knew & loved Tom, his family, his friends, his community~
   Tom was a classmate of mine whom I fondly remember. He never had an unkind word & could always bring a smile if through sharing something funny, or, by somehow just sensing you needed a little word of encouragement- I cannot remember seeing Tom with anything other than a smile upon his face! May he now rest in peace & smile down upon you all from Heaven~

4. Jennifer Kirk September 18, 2024, at 8:38pm

   He was a great neighbor for over 6 years. Would come pet my dog and give her treats as well as other cat and dog neighbors. He helped cook and plan great meals. A few years ago, he worked with a menomonie police officer and our neighbor Teri, and delivered healthy, and yummy meals to over 12 ppl in our apartment complex. Tom touched many ppl. Rest in Peace. ????

5. Brad Smoczyk September 18, 2024, at 8:31pm

   Sending love, thoughts, and prayers to your family during this tough time

6. Nate Flanders September 18, 2024, at 8:01pm

   So very sorry for your loss. I have some great youthful and reckless memories of Tom, as I'm sure many who knew him do. He always seemed to have a smile and made us smile also!

7. Theresa Beair September 18, 2024, at 4:44pm

   My condolences to the family, friends and co workers. Tom was a very nice guy and had taught me a lot about cooking!
   Fly high my friend, you will be deeply missed.

8. Gina Zurek September 18, 2024, at 2:49pm

   So sorry for your loss. He was such a sweet guy. Praying for you all

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