Thomas Peter Tschantz, Jr., 70, of Burlington, KS, passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at Overland Park Regional Medical Center.

He was born December 9, 1952, in Lebanon, OR the son of Thomas Peter Tschantz Sr. and Anna May (Downs) Tschantz.

He was united in marriage to the love of his life Connie P (Frey) Tschantz on September 26,1969; they shared 54 wonderful years together.

He was a master mechanic and worked at KP&L in Lawrence Ks for 6 years as a Journeyman Maintenance Man. He went to college and had a bachelor's degree in computer-aided drafting. He enlisted in the U.S. Air force 1971 and served for 3 years, he was stationed in Colorado Springs Colorado and was deployed To Thailand in 1973, he left the Airforce in 1974. In 1975 he joined the Army National Guard Reserves for 3 years in Ottawa KS as an Army Survey.

Tom and Connie Moved to Anchorage Alaska in Aug 1988 where he worked on the exon valdez oil spill and in June of 1994 They Came back to Kansas to be with his kids and new grand babies.

He loved to fish and camp and spend time with his family who meant the world to him. He Loved the American Legion where he was a member for 22 years and spending time with his friends. He also served on Burlington city council.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his Siblings, Tim, Roger and Clara, grandchildren, Heather and Brandon, and son-in-law Corey Alexander May.

He is survived by his wife, Connie; two sisters Hazel Cunningham (Rodney) of Osawatomie, KS, Lynda (Tim) Orton of Taylorsville, UT,  his children, Tyrone Tschantz of Parsons, KS, Jennifer (Jim) Hajek of Mercer, MO, Stephanie (Daniel) Wagers of Salem, IN, grandchildren, DJ, Kimber, Cody Thomas, Amanda, Tyler, Katelynn, Blake, Brady, Rose, and Richard, 14 - great grandchildren, Many nieces and nephews as well as extended family and friends.

Cremation is planned. Graveside services will be held Friday, November 17, at 2:30 PM, at Leavenworth National Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Jones Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses and may be sent to, PO Box 277, Burlington, KS 66839.