William T. “Tom” McLeod, 63 of Taylorville, passed away at 7:57 p.m. on Friday, February 10, 2023 at Taylorville Memorial Hospital.  He was born on February 25, 1959 in Albuquerque, New Mexico the son of Robert Henry McLeod and Dorothy Schneider-Riggs.  He married Janice Mae Marr on April 11, 1985 in Springfield and she preceded him in death on December 4, 2019.  Tom proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Army.  Following his time in the service he began a career with the U.S. Postal Service that lasted over 30 years.  Tom was an active member of the Society for Creative Anachronism, enjoyed Cosplay, and was a movie buff.  He also enjoyed spending time outdoors camping. 

He is survived by his children: Colleen Ahrendt (Jeremy) of Taylorville, Jeremy McLeod of Virginia, Brandon McLeod of Taylorville, Bronson McLeod of Texas, and Christopehr McLeod of Taylorville; step-children: Jack Johnson of Springfield and Terri Johnson of Kincaid; grandchildren: Taylor Ahrendt, Kayden Ahrendt, Alexis McLeod, Connor McLeod, Odin McLeod, and Tristan Hernandez; and siblings: Lynn Bialas of Taylorville and Janna McLeod-Jenkins of California.  He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; and brother: Danny Bialas.

Mr. McLeod will be cremated, and no services will be held at this time.  McClure Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements.  Memories of Tom, or condolences to his family, may be shared online at www.mcclurefuneralhome.com.