Thomas Gerald Harcus, 78, of Adams, Minn., passed away unexpectedly the afternoon of Friday, Dec. 13, at Mayo Clinic Health System — Austin. Thomas was born May 29, 1935, in Racine, Wis.

Thomas enjoyed drawing, painting, writing, singing and making sure everybody around him was happy. He was a well-known artist and a long-term veteran. May he rest in peace.

Survivors include JoAnn Burton-Harcus (wife), Buzz Harcus (brother), Heather and Kimberly Harcus (daughters), Talli Smith (daughter), Gregory Burton (son), ten grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Thomas and family wished for no funeral, but the memorial service is to be announced at a later date.