Thomas H. Witry, 79, of Dubuque, died Monday, October 12, 2026. A parish wake service will be held at 2:30pm on Thursday, October 15, at St. Anthony’s Church, followed by visitation from 3pm to 7pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11am on Friday the 16^th at St. Anthony’s Church. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery at a later date.

Tom was born on March 24, 1947, in Waterloo, Iowa, to Harold and Lucille (Conry) Witry. After graduating from Hudson (Iowa) High School, he received his bachelor’s degree from Mankato State, later receiving his master’s degree from the University of Dubuque.

He served in the US Army from 1968 to 1970.

On June 12, 1971, he married Carol Friday at St. Martin Catholic Church, Odebolt, Iowa.

Tom spent his career as a teacher and coach at Jefferson Junior High and Hempstead High School, among other schools. Tom affected the lives of countless students and athletes inside and outside the classroom. Tom encouraged relationships, inclusion, dedication, and teamwork, and viewed sports as a way to build character.

He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and lived his faith by caring for others. He was a frequent participant on Emmaus Weekends.

Tom’s love of baseball and affection for people with disabilities led him co-found the Miracle League of Dubuque, an all-inclusive baseball field and playground. He enjoyed seeing the excitement on the faces of the players.

He is survived by his wife, Carol A. Witry of Dubuque; two sons, Michael T. Witry of Boise, Idaho, and Matthew J. (Sarah) Witry of Iowa City, Iowa; two grandchildren, Maggie and Charlie; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Bill, Bernie, and Bob Witry; and a sister, Ardy Theophilus.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Miracle League of Dubuque https://bit.ly/WitryMiracleLeague or The Marfan Foundation https://bit.ly/WitryMarfan.

The Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.