Thomas Alan Biggs March 1, 1955 – July 11, 2018
Thomas Alan Biggs, 63, Converse, Indiana, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 11 at 5:29 p.m. at Community Howard Regional Hospital, Kokomo, Indiana, as a result of an automobile accident.
Tom was born March 1, 1955 in Peru, Indiana, and was the son of Paul Biggs and Juanita (Garrett) Maple. On June 4, 2005, Tom married the love of his life, Jennie Smith, at Converse Church of Christ, Converse, Indiana.
Tom attended Oak Hill High School and obtained a GED with honors in 2000. He then obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in 2004 from Indiana University Kokomo in Computer Information Systems with a minor in Writing. He had been an Explorer Scout, member of Post 14 of Converse. He was a member of Converse Church of Christ, where he served as a Deacon, helped with Samaritan Room Outreach Ministry, and was on the Media Crew. He was a charter member of Converse Historical Society.
Tom was a servant in all aspects of the word. He loved helping people with anything they might need and spread joy wherever he went with his keen sense of humor. He also enjoyed reading, writing poetry, playing Pinochle and Euchre, and was in the process of writing a novel entitled “Sawdust In My Blood: A Carney Story”, featuring some of his experiences while working with the carnival.
Tom was preceded in death by his father, Paul Biggs. Survivors in addition to his mother and wife are sisters Sharon (Tony) Meredith, Pat (John) Shafer, and brother, Dana (Wendy) Biggs, and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Wednesday, July 18, 2018 from 4-6 p.m. with a Celebration of Life Service beginning at 6, at Converse Church of Christ, 301 E Wabash St. Converse, Indiana.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Samaritan Room Outreach Ministry or the Benevolent Seed Ministry of Converse Church of Christ, 301 E Wabash St., Converse, IN 46919.
Joan Waddell says
Jennie, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I know God is watching over you at this time. He will help you get thu this sad time.
Donna Sparks says
Jennie, I pray for the Lord to embrace you with living comfort during this sad time. You are in our thoughts, hearts, and prayers.
Gaynor worden says
No words can express grief and loss we can only know that Tom is in a better place he’s with our father and his father. Prayers with you And the family.
Marcy Goodpaster says
So sorry for your loss Jennie and Toms family. He was a good guy.
Julie and Neil says
Jennie,
Tom was the light of your life – may he continue to glow in your memories as a comfort in this dark hour.
Much love from across the miles and may God grant you the strength to carry on.
Love, dear cousin…
Julie & Neil
Kathie Dills says
Jennie,
Sorry for your loss. I was shocked when i heard.
Mary Ann Farmer Tesdahl says
Jennie,
I am sorry that you have had such a great loss in your life.
I have been praying for you and the family.
I am going to miss him on fb with all his witty postings.
He is in the arms of the Savior. ❤
Pam David says
Dear Jennie
Our hearts go out to you during the sudden loss of ‘the love of your life’ . You and Tom’s marriage was blessed by the Lord.
We have been praying for you and your family, and Toms family.
Wanted to be at his memorial service, but, not feeling well,,, so sorry.
Keeping you in our prayers.
Our deepest sympathy
John and Pam
Trw says
Dear Biggs Family: Please accept my sincere apologies for your loss. I am so sorry that you are experiencing this pain. As the days and weeks go by, may you continue to be comforted by family, friends and scriptures like Acts 24:15 and Philippians 4:6,7. Again, I am sorry for your loss.