Thomas “Tom” E. Erpelding, 96, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025. He was born on July 19, 1929 to the late John Leo and Mary C. (Conners) Erpelding in Fort Wayne. Tom was a maintenance supervisor at Young Door in Plymouth, IN. He loved hunting and fishing and was a member of The Moose in Plymouth, IN.

Tom is survived by three grandchildren; sister, Paula Spranger of MN and brother, Lawrence Erpelding of New Haven. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Pat Erpelding; second wife, Josphine Erpelding; son, Mike Erpelding; and siblings, Patty, James, Richard and Stephen Erpelding.

Per Tom’s wishes, there will be no services.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Plymouth, IN.