Thomas David Cahillane age 36, of Knox, passed away suddenly on September 24,2023.  Thomas was a loving father to his children and everyone that knew him said he was the smartest person they knew. He was a skilled tradesman and a hard and loyal worker. Tom was passionate about current events and politics and was a critical thinker. He had an entrepreneur spirit and really could have been anything he wanted. In addition to Toms children, his family was very important to him. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who knew him.

Thomas is survived by his loving children; Thomas, Cassidy, and Joshua Cahillane; father, Thomas (Mary) Cahillane; mother, Rebekah Meegan; three siblings, Ashlee Malkowski, Michael Cahillane, and Sabrina (Joshua) Tomlinson; step brother, Andrew (Amanda) Taylor;  step sister, Stephanie (Matt) Blake; nephews, Kayden Cahillane, Noah Cahillane, Leland Cahillane, Bryant Malkowski, Aiden Blake, Brooks Blake, and Ashton Taylor; niece, Aubrey Taylor and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and many other loving family members and friends.

Thomas was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Thomas and Marilyn Cahillane and maternal grandmother, Maxine Badger.

In lieu of flowers for those wishing to donate, an education fund for Tom's children will be established.

A celebration of Thomas's life will be held Friday, October 6, 2023, from 3:00-7:00 pm at Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel, 5341 Central Ave. Portage, Indiana 46368. (219) 762-3013 online condolences can be shared with the family at www.reesfuneralhomes.com