Obituary of Kathleen M. Tompa

Kathleen Mary Tompa passed away on Monday morning, November 24, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center in Saginaw. She was 81 years old. Kathleen was born on February 20, 1944, in Freeland, Michigan, to Frank and Lydia (Ivan) Urbancik. She graduated from Arthur Hill High School in 1962. On August 25 of that same year, she married the love of her life, Gary J. Tompa, in Freeland. Kathleen worked in retail for many years, retiring after a long and dedicated career.

Kathleen found joy in completing puzzles, crocheting, and reading. She also had a passion for gardening, growing Grade A vegetables and beautiful flowers with care and pride. Above all, Kathleen cherished the adventures she shared with Gary as they traveled across the United States for his drag car races, where she proudly served as his pit crew and biggest supporter.

Surviving is one son, Scott Tompa; siblings, Ruthie (Bill Merrill) Marcy; sister’s in-law, Patricia Urbancik and Judith Tompa; brother in-law, Richard Tompa; special friends, Rick and Diane Franzel and Mary Schoepke; great neighbors, Joe and Betty Zazoe and many nieces, nephews and extended family.

Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Gary Tompa; twin sons, Michael and David Tompa (1972) and her son James Tompa (1973); two brothers, Larry Urbancik and Jerry (Ellen) Urbancik.

VISITATION: Family and friends will gather at Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State) on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Visitation will continue at the church on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.

FUNERAL SERVICE: A Funeral Service will take place at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 4, 2025 at Zion Lutheran Church, 545 7^th Street, Freeland, MI 48623. Pastor Kevin O’Bryan will officiate. A Committal service will follow at St. Andrew Cemetery in Saginaw.

MEMORIALS: Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Saginaw Township Police or Fire Department. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the funeral home or through www.deislerfuneralhome.com.