Thomas C. Flanagan

83, Appleton, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 25, 2023. Tom was born in Appleton on August 12, 1939, to the late Thomas J.  and Beulah E. (Green) Flanagan. He graduated from Appleton High School in 1957 and graduated from St. Norbert College in 1961. He proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1961-63 and was stationed in Korea.

Tom married Barbara Christoferson Noffke on August 26, 1989, in Door County after a lifelong friendship. Together they traveled many places in the U.S, Ireland, Great Britain, Poland and Germany. They followed the Drum Corps all summer and swing choir in the winters. They shared many memories in music theatre: Lawrence University activities, St. Norbert College musical events, plus all local musical activities. They also traveled the country following the Great American Brass Festival, making many new friends.

His career was with the Local Laborer's Union #330, working in the Construction business. He worked with many of the top construction companies in the Fox Valley until his retirement in 2002.

Tom is survived by his wife, Barbara Flanagan; stepsons: Harold 'Chip' (Janice) Noffke of Appleton and their children: Katherine, Benton, Isabelle and Elizabeth; Chris (Cindy) Noffke of Madison and their children: Nicholas and Parker; his siblings: Michael Flanagan, Mary Ellen Hurst, Patrick (Brad Cantrell) Flanagan, Kathleen (Keenan Behrle) Flanagan and a brother-in-law, Connor Van Doren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Maureen Van Doren and a brother-in-law, Dr. Charles Hurst.

A Memorial Service for Tom will be held at 1:30 PM, on Wed. May 31, 2023, at Christus Lutheran Church (N1915 Julius Dr) in Greenville with Rev. Erik Roth officiating. Friends may visit with the family at church starting at 1 PM. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to: Leaven, Humane Society or a charity of your choice.