Thomas James Jablonski, 74, of Tamaroa, passed away at 7:35 A.M., Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at his residence.
Tom had worked as a security officer at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds for thirty years.  He was a United States Army veteran of the Vietnam War.  He attained the rank of SP-4.  Tom was a member of the 4th Battalion 503 Infantry Regiment 173rd Airborne Brigade.  He was a lifetime member of DAV.  Tom enjoyed reading and taking vacations.  He also enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandkids.
He was born March 23, 1950 in St. Louis, MO, the son of Thomas and Mary (Krysnoski) Jablonski.
He married Sandra K. Woodside on June 14, 1969 at St. Charles Catholic Church in Du Bois and she survives.
He is survived by his wife of Tamaroa, four children - Thomas A. Jablonski and wife Nikki of Oakdale, IL, Daniel J. Jablonski and wife Donna of Wildwood, MO, Timothy P. Jablonski and wife Tiffany of Tamaroa, and Jessica Trail and husband Anthony of Pinckneyville, and ten grandchildren - Delaney Jablonski, Jada Jablonski, Kirsten Bates, Benton Bates, Bryna Jablonski, Kayden Bates, Ethan James Jablonski, Easton Bates, Belynda Trail, and Baylee Trail.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one grandson - Kalib Trail, and three brothers - Richard Jablonski, Raymond Jablonski, and Anthony Jablonski.
Funeral services will be at Noon, Friday, February 14, 2025 at the Searby Funeral Home in Tamaroa with Bro. Jeff Downard officiating.
Friends may call from 10 A.M. until the time of service on Friday at the Searby Funeral Home in Tamaroa.
Burial will be in the Tamaroa Cemetery in Tamaroa, IL.
Military graveside rites will be conducted by the Du Quoin V.F.W. and American Legion.
Friends may make memorials to Five Star Industries Wishing Well and will be accepted at the funeral home.