Thomas Mayo Mundt

Thomas ‘Tom’ Mundt, age 61, of Peotone left this world suddenly on September 6th, 2023. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on February 19th, 1962. Tom pursued a career in the US military, joining the Navy where he served with distinction for over 10 years throughout both Operation Desert Storm and Operation Desert Shield. He also served on the USS America and the USS Nimitz. He served as the Post Commander for the Matteson American legion. During his free time, he was an aspiring handyman who was always waiting for his loving wife to supply him with a honey-do list. He also served as a Boy Scout leader for many years. Tom was a loving husband, father, grandfather, friend, and patriot. He truly had the biggest heart with a passion for helping others, always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. He was a kind and thoughtful soul and will be missed and remembered by every life he touched. He is survived by his wife Yvonne (Erickson) Mundt, daughter Nicole Mundt (30), son Christopher (Angelina) Mundt (29), grandchildren Easton and Georgia. Tom was preceded in death by his mother Mary Ann. A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, October 12, 2023 from 3:00pm to 7:00pm at the Peotone American Legion. Graveside service will be at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery on Friday, October 13, 2023 at 12:00pm. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Wounded Warrior Project on his behalf or bring donations of personal care items for donation to the Manteno Veterans Home. Jensen Funeral Home in Kankakee is handling the arrangements.