Tom was born on January 11, 1953 in Toledo, Ohio to Robert and Doris Huss. Tom graduated from Waite High School in 1971. He received a Bachelors and Masters in Education from The Ohio State University.
Tom held a lifelong passion for education. He had a devoted career teaching English for 13 years before transitioning into school administration. His influence extended beyond the classroom, serving as a coach, athletic director, and mentor to countless staff and students until his retirement in 2007.
Tom was an active member of Ascension Lutheran Church in Columbus, OH, serving in multiple capacities from Sunday School teacher to President of the Congregation. He was a sports enthusiast, both as spectator and participant. He was an avid bowler and golfer, and loved the Browns and Tigers. Tom and his family were mainstays at Ohio State sporting events, regularly cheering on his beloved Buckeyes at football and basketball games. He enjoyed word puzzles, trivia, and games of all sorts. Tom was a world traveler, and his family will cherish memories of traveling alongside him, particularly to many bowl games, golf outings, and trips to visit Katie in Vienna. He will be dearly missed for his good humor, infectious laugh, and prowess with puns.
Tom is survived by his wife of 48 years, Sandy Huss; his daughter, Katie (Niki) Aichhorn; brothers Steve (Juanita) Huss and Robert (Rae) Huss; brother-in-law Barry (Ramona) Moenter; nephews Kyle (Breanne) Huss and Eric Moenter, and nieces Laura (Robby) Gay and Sarah (Alexander) Englander. He will be missed by his two beloved feline friends, Barney and Betty.
Tom is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Doris.
A Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 from 3:00pm to 7:00pm at Advantage by Schoedinger North, 5554 Karl Rd, Columbus, OH. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 11:00am at Ascension Lutheran Church, 1479 Morse Rd, Columbus, OH. Tom will be laid to rest at Restlawn Memorial Park, Perrysburg, OH. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Tom’s name to Ohio Living Hospice, Ascension Lutheran Church, or to an educational or athletic cause of your choosing.
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