He was born in Princeton, IL, on March 1, 1949, the son of James E. and Anne (McCarthy) Hannon. He married Kathryn L’Ecluse in Sheffield on July 15, 1989.
Thomas attended Kewanee High School and later earned his bachelor’s degree from Western Illinois University. He went on to work for the State Board of Education from where he retired in 2005. Thomas also proudly served in the U.S. Marines. He was a member of Elks Lodge #158, an avid Iowa and Illini fan, and enjoyed golfing and playing Hearts with friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Thomas is survived by his wife, Kathy Hannon; son, Scott Headley of Rock Island, IL; daughter, Laurie (John) Rice of Magnolia; grandchildren, Evan, Jaicie, Isabella, and Ruby; siblings, Jim Hannon of Littleton, CO, and Margaret Cox of Arvada, CO; and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Central IL Foodbank or James Project.
Family will host a Celebration of Life at a later date.
The family is being served by Butler Funeral Home- Springfield, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield.