Thomas "Tom" Robert Jennings

Thomas R. Jennings of Eden Prairie passed away at the age of 100 on February 18 2026. He was born on March 7, 1925.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Lucille, parents Charles and Catherine, and sisters Margaret and Delores.

He is survived by his daughters, Michelle (Chris) Wilson and Milissa (Gary) Gustafson. His grandchildren: Scott (Liesl), Kelly (Carrie), Jennifer (Jon), Nick (Erica), Megan (Alex), and Caitlin (Ming). His great grandchildren, Cooper, Olive, Tommy, Felix, Stella, Wilson, Ramona, Lew, Lucy and Summer.

Tom served in the US Marine Corps during World War II. He was stationed in Okinawa. After discharge, he joined the Minneapolis fire department. He retired after 39 years of service as a district chief.

Tom was a very kind and giving man always willing to help out his neighbor or anyone else. He and his wife Lucille enjoyed playing golf and traveling.

Funeral services will be on Tuesday March 3, 2026 at Pax Christi Catholic community on 12100 Pioneer Trail in Eden Prairie, MN. Visitation starts at 10 AM and funeral mass will begin at 11 AM.

A special thanks to the staff of the Waters in Eden, Prairie, and to Accent Hospice for their loving care.

Memorials preferred to Habitat for Humanity in lieu of flowers.

Private interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.