Thomas “Tom” McCann, 91, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2026. Born and raised in Dover, Tom, along with his lovely wife Marcella (Wilgenbusch), shared a remarkable 68-year marriage rooted in faith, devotion, and an unwavering commitment to family. Together, they built a home filled with love and laughter, creating a legacy that continues through their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Before beginning his family life, Tom honorably served in the United States Army, where he was stationed in Germany following the Korean War. He was also a member of the New Alsace Legion Post 452.
While picking up his sister from Oldenburg Academy, Tom met the love of his life, Marcella. He and Marcella together supported a growing family of eight children on a small farm in the town of New Alsace. Tom, a union plumber by day, still managed a large garden while raising livestock, and later in life, foxes. He took pride in providing for his family and found satisfaction in a life built on hard work and dedication.
A devoted family man, Tom treasured all his family vacations and found great joy in exploring the country by using his trusty Rand McNally Road atlas. He loved camping, hiking and traveling and passed that love down to his children. Before his death, Tom was able to visit almost all our National Parks with his family. One of his last big trips with Marcella and his family was a cruise to Alaska.
Faith was a cornerstone of Tom’s life. A lifelong member of St. Paul’s Campus of All Saints Parish, he volunteered his skills for many years for the parish buildings and St. Paul’s School. Tom and Marcella were also actively involved in the Marriage Encounter ministry and lovingly served as sponsor couple mentors to engaged couples for more than 30 years, sharing their wisdom and example of a strong, faith-filled marriage.
The most cherished memories of Tom were found in the simple moments shared with family on weekends and vacations. His children fondly remember Sunday afternoons spent together on the front porch, listening to him sing Army songs, and Sunday drives that often ended with A&W root beer or homemade ice cream. These treasured moments reflected the warmth, love, and joy he brought to family life.
Tom was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marcella, with whom he shared 68 years of marriage; his parents, Loretta and Eugene McCann; and his siblings, Edith Baxter, Sister Rose Marie McCann, Carol Niese, and Vernon McCann.
He is lovingly remembered by his children, Vincent (Marci) McCann of Nashville, Indiana; Christopher (Cheryl) McCann of New Alsace, Indiana; Beth (Larry) Joerger of St. Leon, Indiana; Mark (Kathy) McCann of Milford, Ohio; Jeffrey McCann of New Alsace, Indiana; Leah (Deacon Mark) Schmidl of New Alsace, Indiana; Lynn (Ron) Burton of Lebanon, Ohio; and Audra Steele of Bright, Indiana; his siblings, Russell McCann, Anne Reisman, Pat Schuman, and Linda Auel; 23 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends whose lives were touched by his kindness, generosity, and unwavering love.
Visitation for Tom will be held on Friday, November 13 at St. Paul’s Church of All Saints Parish, 9788 North Dearborn Road, Guilford, Indiana 47022. The Rosary will begin at 9:00am, followed by visitation until the start of Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Burial and military honors will immediately follow in the church cemetery.
For those unable to attend, the Mass will be livestreamed via the parish’s YouTube channel. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Donations may be made during visitation or mailed to Andres-Wuestefeld Funeral Home, 25615 State Route 1, Guilford, Indiana 47022. Family and friends are invited to share condolences and memories online.