Tom was born in Canton on April 18, 1969 to Gary Eckman and Carol Eckman. Tom graduated from Hoover High School in 1987 and then attended Hocking Tech. After school, Tom worked as a craftsman by trade, often doing carpentry and woodworking. He was an avid fisherman his entire life. He was most comfortable outdoors and also enjoyed spending his time tending his small garden.
Tom is survived by his parents, Gary Eckman and Carol Eckman, two sisters, Jodi Eckman-Crowell and Marcie (Tom) Seccombe, six nieces and nephews: Troy, Katie, Kali, Emma, Eden, and Ella; four great-nieces and nephews, as well as his close friends that he considered brothers, Vincent and Mitch, among many others.
Calling hours will be held for Tom at Karlo-Libby Funeral Home on Thursday, October 27, 2022 from 5-7 pm. A private burial will take place at a later date and he will be laid to rest at Sunset Hills Burial Park.
