Thomas Rodney Mark McCormick, known affectionately as Tom by friends and Poppy by his grandbaby, passed away on December 28, 2024, at his home in Advance, Indiana. Born on March 3, 1958, in Crawfordsville, Indiana, Tom lived a life dedicated to his faith, family, and community.

A devoted husband to Nita McCormick since 1986, Tom cherished nearly 40 years of marriage filled with love and shared adventures, including a memorable trip to the Israel, where they renewed their wedding vows. He was a proud father to his son, Matthew McCormick, and daughter-in-law, Jody McCormick. He was a doting grandfather to his granddaughter, Penelope McCormick. Tom is also survived by his brothers, Mike McCormick (married to Nancy), Tim McCormick (married to Cindy), and Laine Metsker (married to Sherry), who will remember him fondly. Predeceased by his mother, Jessie McCormick-Metsker-Grimes; father, Ralph McCormick; stepfathers, Bill Metsker and Burley Grimes; and brother, Pat McCormick.

Tom's academic journey began at Ball State University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in Theater and Communications in 1982, followed by a Master's in Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary in 1994. His passion for learning and teaching was evident in his roles as a beloved pastor, mentor, and brother in Christ. He touched the lives of many through ministries such as Kairos Prison Ministry, Walk to Emmaus, and the Fellowship of Christian Magicians. Yet, he also made deep connections sharing his faith with others through personal ministries in his local community. His unwavering commitment to sharing the light of God was a guiding force in his life that carried him through to the end.

Known for his artistic talents, Tom created hundreds of novelties, showcasing his skills in multimedia technologies. His creativity was matched only by his studious nature in the Bible, as he continually sought to understand and share biblical truths. Tom’s enthusiasm for life extended to his favorite TV series, "The Chosen," which he eagerly shared with others, even leading spontaneous Bible studies in theaters.

Tom’s legacy and proudest accomplishment was receiving his mother's faith in Jesus Christ and passing it onto his son. He will be remembered for his significant contributions to his community, his leadership in spiritual growth, and his steadfast faith in his Lord, Jesus Christ.

In his memory, friends and family are invited to celebrate his life and the profound impact he had on their hearts and minds by sharing a story and photo, as is the classic McCormick way.