Thomas Sandvall, age 80 of Clearwater, Florida formerly of Savanna, Illinois died while taking a family vacation with his daughter at Nature Coast RV Camground in Homasassa, Florida on Sunday, March 16, 2014. Thomas’s wishes were to have cremation rites accorded and a memorial service will be held at a later date.
Thomas was born July 19, 1933, the son of Leland and Gladys (Yates) Sandvall in Haywarden, Iowa. Thomas honorably served his country in the United States Navy and was stationed in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He worked for the IBEW Union in Chicago as a electrician for forty years retiring in 1994.
Thomas was a member of the Savanna Moose Lodge. He enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family camping. Most of all he loved and cherished his life long partner Diane Smith.
Thomas is survived by his life long partner, Diane Smith of Savanna, Illinois; a daughter, Joy Sandvall of Clearwater; one son, Jude Sandvall of Aurora, Colorada; four grandchildren, Bailey, Isabella, Sophia, Olivia Sandvall. Thomas is preceded in death by his parents.