Thomas Bandur, 62, of Wheaton, IL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 8, 2026. He was born in Waukegan, IL on April 22, 1964 to Stanley J. Bandur and Therese M. Bandur, nee Jordan.

Tom grew up in the Norwood Park area of Chicago and attended Taft High School, class of 1982. During high school, Tom played guitar in many rock bands he and his friends formed. Tom began working as an Iron Worker early in his life and was a welder for 40+ years. Tom worked for Guardian Construction Products in Naperville, IL. Some of his most memorable jobs include: Holy Name Cathedral, The Illinois Holocaust Museum, and the 9/11 memorial in Cantigny Park in Wheaton. Tom was always proud of his work.

Tom met the love of his life, Janet M. Kuta, in 1987 at a family & friend's wedding. They started dating, fell in love, and got married at Divine Savior Catholic Church in Norridge, IL on August 20, 1988. They started their lives together, moving to Buffalo Grove, IL. They moved to Lombard, IL, and started their family and were blessed with three sons, Alex J. Bandur, Adam T. Bandur, and Andrew C. Bandur. Tom was a loving father to his boys; he cherished every moment with them.

Tom is survived by the late James & Linda Bandur, Susan & William Zaker, Barbara & Joseph Massani, Donald & Kathleen Bandur, and John & Cynthia Bandur. Cherished son-in-law to the late Thomas & late Lucille Kuta. Also survived by the late Suzette & the late Thaddeus Czerwinski, Thomas & Katherine Kuta, and Dale & Ann Marie Kuta. As well as many nieces and nephews. Tom is also survived by many close friends and extended family members. He will be deeply missed by all that knew him.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Heart Association in Thomas' memory would be appreciated.

The family will be hosting a Memorial Mass on November 14, 2026, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 114 S. Elizabeth St., Lombard, IL. 60148. Mass will begin at 10am.