Thomas Michael Ordner, 22, of Sigel, went to be with the Lord on January 28, 2010 in rural Sigel. A funeral Mass was held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, February 1, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Sigel, Illinois. Visitation was from 4:00-8:00 p.m. on Sunday at the church with a parish wake service at 7:30 p.m. and a Knights of Columbus rosary immediately following. Burial was in the St. Michael Cemetery in Sigel. Memorials may be made to the St. Michael Catholic School.
Tommy was born on September 1, 1987 in Effingham, the son of Thomas and Susan (Probst) Ordner. He worked for Esker and Walker Concrete Construction Co. in Teutopolis and J and V Pork in Sigel. Tommy Ordner's quiet demeanor steadied life while his lighthearted smile lit up lives. People listened when Tommy spoke. When he did speak, it was "right on," ... sometimes teasing, sometimes just the thing to say to make you smile. Thus that gorgeous smile spread to those around him. Family was first for Tommy. He enjoyed going out with his friends; but if there was a family gathering, he was there. Tommy the son made his parents proud. As an uncle, cousin, nephew, he spread big love. Tommy the brother, Tommy the friend, was reliable and protective; he showed up just when you needed him, with that grin, or if necessary, a tough look. Tommy the grandson shoveled driveways, mowed lawns and played cards. He was their Mr. Fix It. Friends and family describe him as "the type of person to drop everything to help out in times of need." A beautiful smile entered heaven yesterday. We speculate that Grandpa Ordner greeted him and introduced him to a few pinochle players. They are probably already on their second game. While we wish we could have played one last game with him too, we thank you for your smile Tommy. We will remember how you spread it and will continue spreading that special love. Tommy was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church in Sigel and he was a 3rd degree member of the Knights of Columbus Council #11100 in Sigel, IL.
Survivors include his parents; brothers, Jason and wife Lana Ordner of Stewardson, Matt and wife Wendy Ordner, and Chris and wife Christina Ordner all of Teutopolis; sisters, Elizabeth Ordner and fiance Bill Cassin of Chicago and Alicia Ordner of Gibson City; nieces and nephews, Paige, Caleb, Jaden, Gage, Calvin, and Kaelyn; grandparents, Ambrose and Stella Probst of rural Sigel and Mary Ordner of Effingham and the late John Ordner. He was preceded in death by his grandpa, John Ordner.
Hall Funeral Chapel in Effingham assisted the family with arrangements. Friends may send condolences to: www.hallfuneralchapel.com.