Thomas “Tom” Alvin Vaupel, 54, of Kenosha, passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2023. Born on June 5, 1968, in Chicago, IL, he was the son of Alvin and Karen (Rauen) Vaupel. He enlisted in the Navy in 1987 and served in Desert Storm. He was honorably discharged in 1991. In 2020, he married Danya Holcomb. Tom was a collector of MANY things. He loved to spend his time fishing with family and talking war history, especially navy ships. He was great at shooting his guns and knew everything about them. He trained the guards how to shoot when he worked at the nuclear powerplant in IL. He was an avid Dungeon and Dragons player. Tom was a friendly and compassionate guy that made lifelong friends wherever he went. He was best known for his kind and caring soul and will be deeply missed by many. Tom is survived by his wife, Danya; sons, Shawn Cornelius, and Brodie Davis; parents, Alvin and Karen; and his beloved fur baby, Brandey. A memorial visitation will be held at Proko Funeral Home on April 2, 2023, from 1:00 pm until the time of service at 3:00 pm. Military honors to follow. Interment will be held privately.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Tom’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Jon Lyons
April 2, 2023
I’m sorry to hear about Tom’s passing. I have a lot of good memories from when I worked with him at Uline. I wanted to attend the service but had my grand daughters first birthday party to attend. My prayers and condolences are with you all! Tom was a good man and will be missed dearly. 🙏🏻
Dave Lyons
April 2, 2023
I keep thinking of the times working with Tom. Unable to attend today but my thoughts, prayers, and love are with you always. 😞🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤❤❤❤❤
Barbara Janits-Hermann
April 1, 2023
Tom did enjoy going to the shooting range. Tom, my son Peter and I went together several times. Tom was always so patient with me and let me try any of his guns. I really enjoyed those outings with Peter and Tom. Tom, you are missed.
Heather Stiver
March 22, 2023
All my love to the family... Tom was such a wonderful, insightful, genuine and kind hearted human being. I treasure all the nights we spent debating history, shooting shopping and endlessly discussing guns, drinking old scotch, and just sharing quality time together. When I needed anything, Tom was there (with a carton of cigarettes and a smile)! I will miss you my friend. You were one of the absolute best...