Thomas E Stapleton passed away suddenly at Mt. Carmel East Hospital on May 19, 2021.  Tom was born on August 6, 1962, the son of Robert and Marie Stapleton.  Tom was a GREAT man.  He worked at Ohio Heating for 13 years.  He loved dogs and motorcycles, but he most loved his family.  Tom was a proud lifetime member of the NRA.  Preceded in death by his parents and oldest brother, Jim.  Tom is survived by his wife Suzanne, stepsons Kyle and Brian (Rochelle) Kriebel, granddaughters Brielle and Brilynn Kriebel, sisters Margaret Conley and Martha (Fred) Pugh, brothers John, Mike and Joe (Brenda) Stapleton, and best friend Jimi Riser.  A celebration of his life will be held  Sunday, May 30, 2021 3:00 PM EVANS FUNERAL HOME 4171 E. Livingston Ave. Father Denis Kigozl officiating.