Obituary

Thomas “Nova Tom” Kemp

October 7, 2020 | 26 comments

Thomas “Nova Tom” Delos Kemp, 70, of La Crosse, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2020 at Hillview Healthcare Facility in La Crosse. He was born November 5, 1949 to Leroy and Mary (Jeffers) Kemp. He was married to Mollie (Moe) from 1971 to 1995.

Tom graduated from Logan High School in 1967. He worked for La Crosse Footwear and retired from Chart. He enjoyed working on old cars, car races, car shows, woodworking, the outdoors, taking walks, animals, and mostly spending time with his grandchildren.

Tom is survived by his daughter, Kimberly (Matthew) Gran; grandchildren, Kyle (Maggie) Gran, Kirsten Gran; great-grandchildren, Jaxon, Taron; siblings, David (Hilde) Kemp, Jeffrey Kemp, Laurie Kemp; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents and great-granddaughter, Reyna.

The family would like to thank the caregivers at Hillview Healthcare Facility, especially Kathy.

Donations may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Sunday, October, 11, 2020 from 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm with a luncheon following at The Gathering Place, 133 Mason St., Onalaska. Coulee Region Cremation Group is assisting the family.

Condolences

26 Comments

Gary & Janet Berra on October 7, 2020 at 12:42 pm

Dear Kim and Family,
We are sorry to hear about your Dad/Grandpa.
Sending Our Deepest Sympathy,
Gary & Janet
- Kim and family on October 10, 2020 at 8:05 am
  
  Thank you so much Gary and Janet❤️❤️❤️
- Kim on October 10, 2020 at 8:11 am
  
  Thank you very much Gary & Janet❤️❤️❤️
- Kim on October 10, 2020 at 8:16 am
  
  Thank you very much, Gary & Janet
  ❤️❤️❤️
Peggy Jeffers on October 8, 2020 at 6:55 am

I’m so very sorry to hear this. Hugs and prayers to all the broken hearts he has left behind.
- Dave & Nancy Ingram on October 8, 2020 at 10:20 am
  
  Kim and family,
  
  So sorry about your dad/grandpa. Our deepest sympathies to all of you. He was a great guy!
  - Steve Paar on October 9, 2020 at 9:05 am
    
    Another of my classmates gone too soon. Rest well. I know from having this terrible disease in my family it not easy for anyone. Just know that he is now at peace.
    - Kim on October 10, 2020 at 8:14 am
      
      Thank you so much, Steve
      ❤️❤️❤️
  - Kim & Family on October 10, 2020 at 8:18 am
    
    Thank you so much, Cousin Peggy❤️❤️❤️
  - Kim & Family on October 13, 2020 at 2:11 am
    
    Thank you so much, Dave and Nancy ❤️
- Kim on October 10, 2020 at 8:12 am
  
  Thank you so much, Peggy❤️❤️❤️
- Kim & Family on October 10, 2020 at 8:17 am
  
  Thank you so much, Cousin Peggy❤️❤️❤️
- Kim & Family on October 13, 2020 at 2:03 am
  
  Peggy, thank you so very much❤️
Terri Wernecke on October 8, 2020 at 11:45 am

Hugs and kisses to Tom’s
loved ones. Tom was a kind, soft-spoken , dignified person. We enjoyed his company when he and my sister Elaine came to family and holiday get-togethers. He always had something interesting to talk about and share. May he rest in peace.
- Kim & Family on October 13, 2020 at 2:09 am
  
  Thank you so much for these kind words, Terrie. He was one of the best❤️
Cindie Peterson/ Nordstrom on October 8, 2020 at 11:50 am

So sorry for loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all❤️.
- Kim & Family on October 13, 2020 at 2:07 am
  
  Thank you so much, Cindie❤️
ELAINE TREST on October 8, 2020 at 12:06 pm

YOU ARE LOVED to the MOON back! ??
- Kim on October 13, 2020 at 2:06 am
  
  ❤️Thank you, Elaine
Diane Gilbertson on October 8, 2020 at 7:36 pm

Kim
Sorry for your loss. It’s never easy losing someone you love. Prayers and hugs to you and your family
- Kim on October 13, 2020 at 2:05 am
  
  Thank you very much, Diane❤️
Teri (Moe) Sanders on October 8, 2020 at 8:55 pm

Tom was a wonderful uncle! He was one of my favorites! ❤️ I have many fond memories of him throughout the years. He will be greatly missed! Thinking of you Kim and family! ❤️?
- Kim & Family on October 10, 2020 at 8:23 am
  
  Thank you so much, Cousin Teri! He loved you too!!!❤️❤️❤️
Harley Evenson on October 9, 2020 at 8:29 am

Our condolences to Tom’s Family. He was the single kindest man I have ever known. Tom’s knowledge and talent was as legendary.
There will be a void in all of our lives. Blessed be Tom Kemp’s memory.
- Kim & Family on October 10, 2020 at 8:20 am
  
  Thank you so much, Cousin Peggy❤️❤️❤️
- Kim & Family on October 10, 2020 at 8:21 am
  
  Thank you so much for those kind words, Harley❤️❤️❤️

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