Celebrating the life of
Thomas Carl Theiler
December 09, 1931 - December 18, 2011
SAVANNAH - Thomas Carl Theiler, 80, died unexpectedly Sunday, December 18, 2011 in Charleston, SC.
Mr. Theiler was born in Tomahawk, Wisconsin on December 9, 1931, the son of the late Joseph C. and Bertha Weber Theiler. He was a graduate of Purdue University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. He then spent four years in the United States Air Force where he served as a pilot and radar controller. Following his military tenure he returned to his formal education at Purdue University where he earned a Master of Science degree in Industrial Management.
Mr. Theiler worked for 30 years for Owens-Illinois in various staff and management assignments including, Director of Corporate Information Systems, Director of Corporate Planning, Engineering and Factories Manager for Lily Tulip Division paper cups & plates, General Manager for Mexican Paper Operations where he resided in Mexico City for 2 years and Vice-President and General Manager of U.S. Pulp and Paper Operations. In addition to his professional career, he also served on the Board of Governors for the School of Pulp and Paper Science at North Carolina State University and on the Research Advisory Committee at Institute of Paper Chemistry where he served as Chairman during his final year.
Outside of work and professional involvement Mr. Theiler enjoyed returning to his hometown of Tomahawk, Wisconsin during the summers. He also enjoyed golfing, woodworking, hunting and fishing as well as volunteering with Habitat for Humanity.
In addition to his parents Mr. Theiler was preceded in death by his siblings, Richard Theiler, Edward Theiler, Joseph Theiler and Johnny Theiler. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Sally Marie Winker Theiler; children, Kurt, Greg, Theresa, Michelle, Rick and Matt; 13 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; siblings, Marly Reider, Pat Miller, Gene Theiler, Donna Holdstrom, Danny Theiler, Debbie Holdstrom and Mark Theiler.
A memorial visitation will take place Monday, January 2, 2012 from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
A memorial mass will be Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, Texas 75284-0692, Safe Shelter, P.O. Box 61119, Savannah, Georgia 31420 or The Living Vine, Inc., 535 East 54th Street, Savannah, Georgia 31405.
Tom was a very special person and will be missed by all.
- Jim Newbrey, Savannah, GA
Sally and family, Tom, Your husband and dad was someone that i really looked up to. He was a joy to be around and is truly one of my favorite people. He will be dearly missed. Andy Theiler and family
- Andy Theiler, Tomahawk, WI
One of the truly good people on the Island. We knew Tom through golf and occasionally through woodworking. We loved the northern pike dinners at the Thielers. Our thoughts are with the family.
- Dick & Carol Gaugh, , GA
Sally, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
- john & judy zanin, Savannah, GA
Tom was a wonderful man,and we'll miss his dry sense of humor.Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sally and your family. Hank & Suzanne
- Henry & Suzanne Croci, Savannah, GA
The Schaub Family sends our thoughts and prayers to all the Theilers and Mortons. Your husbnad/father/grandfather was blessed to have lived a fulfilling life and to have such a close, loving family.
- Tim & Lucy Schaub, Leland, MI
Tom was a special person who ran to his own drummer. Tom loved his family, his golf and his Purdue football, especially when they beat Notre Dame. He was a good man who is now with his God in peace and happiness. Sally, you you are in our prayers.
- Fred & John, Aberdeen, WA
Dear Matt: Our deepest sympathy to you and your entire family during this very difficult time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Bob and Teresa
- Bob & Teresa Cook, Ellicott City, MD
Dear Sally, We were so saddened to hear of Tom's death. We have such found memories of you both. You and the family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Betty & Dick
- Betty & Dick Lock, Sylvania, OH
Dear Sal We were so very distressed to hear of Tom's death. I considered him a great friend in the business world and that carried over to our trips to Texas to golf and tell stories of our long association from next-door neighbors in Tomahawk to retirement in Virginia and Georgia. Harmon
- Harmon & Mary Beauchamp, Lynchburg, VA
Dear Sally, It was such a shock to hear of Tom's passing. He was a very special person and will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this very difficult time. Love, Juanita
- Juanita Teasley, Savannah in Reston, VA, GA
Tom was a very special person and will be missed by all.
- Jim Newbrey, Savannah, GA
Sally and family, Tom, Your husband and dad was someone that i really looked up to. He was a joy to be around and is truly one of my favorite people. He will be dearly missed. Andy Theiler and family
- Andy Theiler, Tomahawk, WI
One of the truly good people on the Island. We knew Tom through golf and occasionally through woodworking. We loved the northern pike dinners at the Thielers. Our thoughts are with the family.
- Dick & Carol Gaugh, , GA
Sally, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
- john & judy zanin, Savannah, GA
Tom was a wonderful man,and we'll miss his dry sense of humor.Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sally and your family. Hank & Suzanne
- Henry & Suzanne Croci, Savannah, GA
The Schaub Family sends our thoughts and prayers to all the Theilers and Mortons. Your husbnad/father/grandfather was blessed to have lived a fulfilling life and to have such a close, loving family.
- Tim & Lucy Schaub, Leland, MI
Tom was a special person who ran to his own drummer. Tom loved his family, his golf and his Purdue football, especially when they beat Notre Dame. He was a good man who is now with his God in peace and happiness. Sally, you you are in our prayers.
- Fred & John, Aberdeen, WA
Dear Matt: Our deepest sympathy to you and your entire family during this very difficult time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Bob and Teresa
- Bob & Teresa Cook, Ellicott City, MD
Dear Sally, We were so saddened to hear of Tom's death. We have such found memories of you both. You and the family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Betty & Dick
- Betty & Dick Lock, Sylvania, OH
Dear Sal We were so very distressed to hear of Tom's death. I considered him a great friend in the business world and that carried over to our trips to Texas to golf and tell stories of our long association from next-door neighbors in Tomahawk to retirement in Virginia and Georgia. Harmon
- Harmon & Mary Beauchamp, Lynchburg, VA
Dear Sally, It was such a shock to hear of Tom's passing. He was a very special person and will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this very difficult time. Love, Juanita
- Juanita Teasley, Savannah in Reston, VA, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
