Thomas J. Yurco

Thomas J. “Tom” Yurco, 84, of Fort Myers, Florida, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Born on August 4, 1941, in Youngstown, Ohio, Tom was the son of the late Michael J. and Elizabeth (née Krempasky) Yurco. In 2000, Tom and his beloved wife, Nancy, moved from Naperville, Illinois, to the Shadow Wood Country Club in Estero, and later settled in Shadow Wood Preserve in Fort Myers. A proud veteran of the United States Army, Tom served his country from 1960 to 1962. Following his service, he completed his undergraduate studies at Youngstown State University and went on to earn his MBA from the prestigious Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. Tom began his career with the Sherwin-Williams Paint Company in Hubbard, Ohio. In 1983, he was transferred to Cleveland to work with U.S. Can Company. He spent the remainder of his professional life with the organization, retiring as Vice President of Materials, Management, and Logistics. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Tom was an avid golfer who loved spending time on the course. In his younger years, he enjoyed bowling and was known for his competitive spirit and camaraderie with friends. Tom’s greatest joy was his family. He is survived by his devoted wife, Nancy E. Yurco, of Fort Myers, FL; his son, Marc S. Yurco, and his wife, Melissa, of Plainfield, IL; and three cherished grandchildren, Ryen Hage (Jason), Taylor Yurco, and Morgan Yurco. He also leaves behind two adored great-grandchildren, Jackson Hage and Caleb Hage, as well as several nieces and nephews who will remember him with love. A Memorial Mass celebrating Tom’s life will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, August 22, 2025, at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 28300 Beaumont Rd., Bonita Springs, FL 34134. A Celebration of Life for Tom is being planned for later this year and will be announced. For those that are unable to attend in person the Mass will be livestreamed at https://facebook.com/events/s/celebration-of-life-for-thomas/1926432224807979/. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions in Tom’s memory be made to his favorite charity, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org. To sign the guest register or share online condolences, please visit www.ShikanyFuneralHome.com. Arrangements are entrusted to Shikany’s Bonita Funeral Home, Family Owned and Operated since 1978.

Thomas J. Yurco

August 4, 1941 - August 16, 2025