Prinsen, Thomas E.
Thomas “Tom” E. Prinsen, age 62, of Crandon, formerly of New London, passed away after fighting a courageous battle with kidney cancer on Tuesday, September 25, 2012. He was born in Racine, WI on July 12, 1950 the son of Tony and Dorothy (Steibel) Prinsen. Tom grew up in New London, WI and graduated from New London High School in 1968. In 2003, he married Carole Stamper. Tom retired from the Waupaca County Highway Department in 2005, after 33 years of service. Everyone will remember Tom as being a happy go lucky guy, who always had a smile on his face; even when he was sick. He helped many people with home projects. Tom loved to fish and hunt; now the “Bum Shack” is decorated with all of his hunting trophies. Good times and precious memories were made there. Tom also enjoyed playing cards, golfing and bowling.
