Thomas W. Kreft

Thomas Wilson Kreft, age 79, of Sylvania, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on February 12, 2026.

Tom was born in Toledo, Ohio, on February 8, 1947, to Paul and J. Jeannette Kreft. He grew up in Wauseon, Ohio, graduated from Bowling Green State University, and was a proud veteran.

He recently celebrated 50 years of marriage to his wife, Linda. They had two children, Paul and Emily, and he always enjoyed spending time with his family, including his beloved dogs and cats.

Tom also loved coaching youth sports, sailing on Lake Erie, fishing, and volunteering with the Boys and Girls Club and American Lung Association. He had a great career, particularly at KMG Fiduciary Partners, where he built long-lasting friendships with colleagues and clients. In retirement, he loved spending time outside, caring for his plants and lawn, and chatting with his amazing neighbors on Oak Hill Drive.

Tom will be greatly missed and is survived by his wife, Linda Kreft, son Paul Kreft (Kristopher Kennedy), daughter Emily Kreft, and sister Susan Wood. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and J. Jeannette Kreft.

A visitation will be held at Walker Funeral Home, 5155 W Sylvania Avenue, Toledo, Ohio, on Thursday, February 19, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. An additional hour of visitation will take place on Friday, February 20, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., followed by a Celebration of Life service at 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home. A graveside service will be held at Toledo Memorial Park, 6382 Monroe Street, Sylvania, Ohio, immediately following the conclusion of the services at the funeral home on Friday. Our family wanted to thank Dr. Donald Vogel and Kind Hearts Hospice for the wonderful care they provided to Tom. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to a charity of your choice.