In Remembrance Of
Tom Hanks
Thomas Clinton Hanks, 70, of Smithville, MO passed away May 1, 2023.
He was born on August 18, 1952, to Donald Ward and Mary Kathryn (Byrd) Hanks in Smithville where he grew up. Tom graduated in 1971 from Wentworth Military Academy and in 1973, he graduated from Wentworth Military Junior College all in Lexington, MO.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents Ward and Kathryn Hanks.
He is survived by his brother Don Hanks and wife Rita; sisters Glenda Cantwell and Sarah Singleton and husband Shelby; nieces and nephews Todd (Yvette) Hanks, Nancy Hanks, Randy Hanks, Erica (Brenden) McCullough, Matt (Rebecca) Witt, Justin Singleton and Amanda Singleton; three great-nieces and nephews; good friend Diane Wolf; other relatives and many, many friends.
Celebration of Life will be held at the Smithville American Legion on June 10th from 11:30-2:00 with Services at 11:30 a.m. and lunch following until 2:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers donations to the Smithville American Legion Post #58
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33 comments
Christy krienke
Aww just saw this sorry to see ya go
Rod edward will
I’m so sorry for your loss. Tom was a good friend to me. I will pray for him & I will miss him.
Darin Klusman
You’ll be deeply missed my friend.
Anita Burchit
Such a great human. Always a hug a smile and a smart remark. You Tom were one of a kind and it was an honor to know you. Wish I could be there to celebrate your life because you were a great part of mine.
Holly Olsen
So sorry for your loss. Tommy was always such a sweet man and one of the happiest people to be around. I think he would’ve done anything to help out a friend. I’m so glad I had the opportunity to know him. Thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.
Jeff Crist
A good man and a good friend
Linda “Harlow” Hamilton
So sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Sincere sympathy.
Doug & Shelley Witt
So sorry to hear of the passing of Tommy.
Sincere condolences to the entire family.
Mark Butherus
Loving thouhts to Hanks Family and friends !
Peggy Matthys
So sorry for the loss
I went to school with Tom
A sweet guy
Peggy
Randy & Drynda Dearing
Condolences to the family!
Ted Mackey
Condolence to the family. Tom, you were a great friend and brother. You will be missed.
D Ann Wright
Sincere condolences to the Hanks family. Tommy was a great guy and I’m sure he will be missed.
Mollie Morton
I am so sorry. We were born two weeks apart. I have a picture of our moms holding us when we were about a month old.
Ginger Littrell Stainbrook
Fond memories of growing up together. Condolences to you all.
Karen Littleton
It doesn’t seem real!!
Gabby and I love you so much and miss you more than words can express!
RIP TOM
Charles Stephenson
SORRY FOR LOSS
Josh Coleman
So sorry for your loss
Jayne Moore Martin
So sorry to hear. We lived across the street from each other for years growing up. Fond memories.
Bill and Valerie Becker
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort and strength. God bless
Harold and Arlene Smith
We are very sorry for the loss of Tommy. He was a good friend to our daughter, Autumn .
Randall Harris
Sorry to hear of Tommy’s passing.
Carol dawkins and bill
Sending thoughts and prayers for the family
Linda Jones
My prayers are with the family. Tom was an amazing man. I know he’ll be truly missed
Mark Littrell
Thoughts and prayers for the Hanks family.
Edward Chambers
Sorry for your loss
Ken Monroe
Deepest condolences to the family and friends. Tommy, our times at Wentworth were the best!
Leah Mosby
My condolences to your family, he will be dearly missed.
Rita Bourland
Healing prayers for friends and family. You my friend will be deeply missed. Until we meet again.
Paul Porter
I’m originally from Smithville. Tom was in the same class and I’d been over to his house seveal times in high school. So sorry to hear this. I have many fond memories. I’ll be praying for the family.
Russell Stephenson
Sorry for your loss
Bill and Carolyn Forsyth and Barry Forsyth
Sorry to hear about your loss
Michael Owen
Sorry for the loss