Thomas J. Tatum, Sr., 84 of Indianapolis passed away on November 20, 2018. Thomas was born in Blytheville, Arkansas on December 23, 1933 to James T. and Elva Tatum. Thomas enjoyed fishing, gardening and staying busy. Thomas was a family man and a good friend. He loved his family and especially his boys. He will be greatly missed.

Thomas is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 65 years, Mary Tatum; sons, James (Susan) Tatum, Ronnie Tatum and Donnie Tatum; sister, Jean; eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Thomas is preceded in death by his parents and son, William "Bill" Tatum in 2005.