Thomas M. Egan, Jr., 75, passed away on December 27th at Deaconess Hospital.

He was born in Oklahoma City, the only child of Thomas M. and Ethel Scott Egan. The family moved to Evansville in 1943 where Tom attended St. Benedict's and Stanley Hall grade schools and graduated from Bosse High School in 1954. His education continued at Indiana University and the University of Oklahoma, was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity and received a Bachelor's Degree from O.U. and M.B.A. from I.U.

Tom joined the U. S. Marine Corps in 1960 and served on active and reserve duty through 1966.

His business career began at Mead Johnson & Company where he worked from 1962-1977, serving the last 4 years as Vice President of Marketing. He then joined Hoffmann-LaRoche in Nutley, N.J. as Vice President of Marketing and Sales. Following that, he served on the staff of the United States Golf Association in Far Hills, N.J. and was employed by Kidder Peabody as an Account Manager. Mr. and Mrs. Egan returned to Evansville in 1991 when he became President of Solar Pharmaceuticals. In 1999 he joined Barnes & Noble as Community Relations Manager and remained with the company until his death. Tom was an avid reader. Two of his favorite authors were Michael Connelly and Dick Francis. Tom will be remembered for his quick wit, bright mind and keen sense of humor.

Tom was predeceased by his parents.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Carolyn (Kattmann) Egan; brother-in-law and wife, Bill and Judy Kattmann; nephews and niece, O.W. Kattmann, III (Angie), Ted Kattmann (Danielle), and Katie Griffin (Steve); grand nephews and niece, Dylan Griffin, Samuel, Will and Ellen Kattmann.

Friends may visit on Thursday, December 29th from 4 to 7 at Ziemer Funeral Home East Chapel, 800 S. Hebron. Tom has bequeathed his body to the Indiana University of Medical Anatomy.

A graveside service will take place at a later date.

Memorial contributions can be made to The Public Education Foundation for the Tom Egan Golf Scholarship, PO. Box 1163, Evansville, IN 47706.

December 28, 2011
I was so sorry to read about Tom this morning. He was a bright, pleasant, and good man who lived a worthwhile life. My sincere condolences, Carolyn.
Paul Arnold, Bloomington, Indiana

December 28, 2011
Tom was a good man and will be sorely missed. i will always remember him as a man with a great sense of humor and very intelligent. I will miss him. My condolences to the family
Jeff Jackson, Evansville, Indiana

December 28, 2011
dear Carolyn sorry to hear about the loss of Tom. As tom helped at all the golf tournaments for many years he was always there to help... and as I aged with his quick wit didn't have a problem to encourage me to better for the "OLD GUYS".......You and your family will be in our thought's and prayer.
With deepest sympathy mike small and family

December 28, 2011
Dear Carolyn Sorry to hear Tom has passed away, he was always a blast to be around and especially on the golf course. We will miss him dearly.
Love Jerry and Phyllis Schreiber

December 28, 2011
Carolyn, you and Tom have been the most wonderful neighbors over the years and I will miss my short conversations with Tom. Amanda and I are thinking of you and let us know if you need anything.
Andrew and Amanda Beitler, Evansville, Indiana

December 28, 2011
Thinking of you during this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jack Tamariz, Bruce Endsley, Portland,Oregon

December 28, 2011
Nothing Beautiful In This World Is Ever Really Lost Those We Cherish Will Always Live On In Memory.
With Deepest Sympathy, Deaconess Home Medical Equipment and Infusion Staff

December 29, 2011
Carolyn, My thoughts and Prayers are with you and the family. I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. If I can be of help in any way, please call.
Beverly White-Rowley, Evansville, Indiana

December 29, 2011
Dear Carolyn, Sorry for your loss and thank you for the phone call. Since I left Evansville over 40 years ago I talked with Tom regularly on the phone. I will certainly miss those conversations.
Roy Stone, Avon, Connecticut
December 29, 2011
Dear Carolyn, sorry for the loss of Tom. I'll never forget our rounds of golf together and how much fun they were. He was always a treat to be around. Sorry we're out of town, please accept our condolences.
Bill and Mary Ellen Vieth

December 29, 2011
Dear Carolyn, So sorry for your loss. Tom was a dear friend. His sense of humor was an invaluable trait. I will certainly miss him.
Doug Donner , Evansville, Indiana

December 31, 2011
Carolyn, Please accept my condolences on the passing of your husband Tom. I was so very impressed to read about all of his accomplishments and most impressed that you two were married for 48 years. I can only imagine how hard it is to lose someone that has been a part of your life for so very long. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jona Witherspoon, Evansville, Indiana