Loren "Tom" Jeche

Loren "Tom" Thomas Jeche

Loren "Tom" Thomas Jeche, 69, of Chatfield, died Friday December 27, 2013 at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester.

Tom was born February 21, 1944 in Spring Valley to Loren and Laura (Bagan) Jeche. He attended schools in Wykoff and graduated from Wykoff High School in 1963. He married Julie Ann Hegtvedt in 1963, the couple later divorced in 1972. In 1973 he married Janice Roene Vreeman, the couple later divorced in 2003.

Tom worked as farmer. He enjoyed socializing with his friends.

Survivors include two children, Dean Jeche of Fountain, and Melissa (Jerry) Hassig of Plainview. Five grandchildren, and a brother Richard of Chatfield also survive.

Tom is preceded in death by his parents, and one son Brad.

A memorial service celebrating the life of Tom will be held 1:00 PM Thursday, January 2 at Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield with Pastor Mark Docken officiating. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the service.

Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield is in charge of arrangements. 507-867-4310. rileyfuneralhomes.com