Thomas John Kerze, age 84 of Apple Valley, MN passed away on June 5, 2026 at his home. Tom was born on June 25, 1941 in Grand Rapids, MN. He was a high school graduate from Virginia, MN, he then attended the university of MN-Duluth where he received his accountant degree.

Tom honorably served in the United States Air Force, married Norma Castonguay in 1965 and worked as an accountant for the US Fish and Wildlife Service of the Department of Interior until his retirement.  Tom enjoyed golfing, fishing and spending time with his family.

Tom is preceded in death by his parents, John and Lorraine Kerze. He is survived by his loving wife, Norma; children, Jenny (Randy) Clifton, and Christine (Patrick) Kelley; grandchildren, Emily, Cassandra, Jessaca, Andrew, and Thomas; siblings, Kathy (Steve) Wells, James (Loni), and Bobby (Debbie) Kerze, also by other family and friends.

Funeral Service 11 AM Monday June 22, 2026 at the White Funeral Home, 14560 Pennock Ave., Apple Valley, MN with a visitation starting at 10 AM. Interment, Ft Snelling National Cemetery, at a later date.

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