Bernard "Tom" Thomas Koob

Bernard Thomas “Tom” Koob, 59 of Dakota Dunes, South Dakota, passed away on Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at a local hospital.  Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday, January 7, 2019 at Riverside Lutheran Church with Reverend Tim Squier officiating.  Visitation will be today, Sunday, January 6^th from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with family present at 6:00 p.m. and a Prayer Service beginning at 7:00 p.m. all the church.  Meyer Brothers Colonial Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www. Meyerbroschapels.com

Tom was born on December 30, 1959 in Hawarden, Iowa to Bernard L. and Donna (Marienau) Koob.  He received his education at West Sioux High School in Hawarden.  He moved to Sioux City, residing in the Riverland Estates, South Dakota for the past 30 years.  Tom worked for IBP in the late 1970’s before joining L & L Builders.  He then became a construction manager at HCI Construction in 2001, where he was currently employed. 

Tom held various positions on Riverside Lutheran Church boards throughout the years, and he was a member of the Elks Lodge.  He coached Little League while his son played ball.  Tom enjoyed golfing, but his main hobby was boating and living on the river.  His family was the most important element in his life.  Tom loved spending time with his grandchildren, and with his many friends. 

Tom is survived by his wife Rebecca; children Erica Nelson and her significant other Brent, Aaron Koob, Ashten Short, and Logan Short and his significant other Liz; grandchildren Sydney, McKenley, Sam, Addie, and Charlotte; sisters Pat (Ward) Peterson and Vicki (Alvin) Korus; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, numerous uncles and aunts, and his beloved dog Snoop.