Thomas C. South

September 16, 1938 - August 9, 2022

Soller-Baker Funeral Homes & Crematory, Lafayette Chapel

400 Twyckenham Blvd

Lafayette, IN 47909

Sunday 8/14, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Soller-Baker Funeral Homes & Crematory, Lafayette Chapel

400 Twyckenham Blvd

Lafayette, IN 47909

Monday 8/15, 10:00 am

Thomas C. South, 83, of Lafayette, passed away on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, at his home. He was born September 16, 1938, in Lafayette to the late Raymond and Melba (Clark) South. Tom graduated from Lafayette Jefferson High School in 1956.

He worked at Purdue University for over 30 years and retired in 2015. Tom was a member of the Eagles # 347 since 1960 and served as past President. He was also a member of the John Purdue Club and American Legion Post #11.

Tom had raced stock cars driving car # 8 “known as the 8 Ball”. He was the 1969 champion of the Henry Speedway. He was an avid Purdue fan and enjoyed golfing and NASCAR.

Surviving are his daughters Tammy L. (Tom Rebman) Warwick, Janie L. Amstutz both of Lafayette, stepsons Roger Craig, Rick Craig, Kris Mowery, grandchildren Nikki (Matt) Burdine, Mandi Burdine, great grandchildren Christopher, Angelis, Leyton, Haleigh, Caelynn, Ryland, great great grandchildren Kyreigh and Kobe and his faithful friend Buster.

Also surviving is his brother James (Judy) South of Lafayette, daughter in law Cheryl Weigle, nieces Krissy, Kathy, Shelby, nephews Johnny and Tommy. Tom was preceded in death by a son Troy A. Warner and a brother John South.

Visitation will be from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Sunday at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel, 400 Twyckenham Blvd. Service will be at 10:00 am on Monday at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel. Interment will be at St. Mary Cemetery in Lafayette.

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So sorry to hear of Uncle Tom's passing. He was such a happy upbeat guy. He had the best laugh. I have so many good memories of him at Christmas time at Grandma Melba's house. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. ❤❤❤

I knew Tom thru Dick Lane, he thought a lot of Tom. He was a funny, sweet man and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family & friends.

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We'll miss Tom; his humor and wit, his caring nature but know he will be watching us from above. In our thoughts and prayers...God speed Tom.Love,Jeremiah, Lindsay, Grace and Maggie Caplinger

Prayers for you Tammy and the rest of your family

Knew Tom from Purdue, what a character. He always had something to say normally with a smile. I remember one Sunday morning I was heading south on US52 and this pickup truck passed me, and there was Jo (also from PU) sitting out/on of the window just to wave at me as they past on the way to some race. I think Tom was still racing as I'm was not a slow driver back then. Was always funny that tall Tom had a helper (Ron) when he worked in the store room at Cary Quad who I think was under 5 tall. RIP Tom

Sorry to hear of tom passing When I was a kid we use to race go karts and I always remember how tall tom was and him getting in a go-kart Just a great guy RIP TOM

so very sorry for you loss. Best wishes to all of the family

Sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Our deepest sympathy.

Rest In ''peace Tom ! Always a true Friend and Buddy ! For all the Good times at the races and in everyday life. You will always be a blessing to all that you shared Time with ! GOD SPEED !

So sorry and sad to hear of Tom’s passing. Our friendship started in the mid 60’s when we were next door neighbors. Tom sponsored me into the Eagles. We raced together. Tom drove and I turned the wrenches. Still have photos of Tom holding checkered flags hanging in my shop. I am blessed to have had him for a friend and will cherish the many memories I have of all the fun times we had and all the mischief we managed to get ourselves into. RIP “Dingy” and may the checkered flag always wave for you.

I love you, grandpa...you will be missed every day!!❤️

I am saddened to hear this, Tom was a very enjoyable person, he will be missed.

Sorry to hear of Tom passing, He was always looking out for us neighborhood kids. There was always a good game of street football going on with Tom. He started racing stock cars with his brother John and was quite a good member of the Eagles 347. I use to go to the club on Thrusdays and there would be Tom back from playing golf. He was an outstanding man and had many many friends I know of. RIP my friend.

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