Thomas Hanks

Thomas James Hanks, 75, Detroit Lakes and formerly of White Earth, passed away peacefully at Pelican Landing on Saturday, August 3, 2024.

Thomas was born on October 7, 1948, in White Earth, MN, a son of the late William J., Sr. and Mary Ellen (Roy) Hanks. Tom attended local schools and graduated from Standing Rock High School. After graduating, Tom began playing drums in the family band and travelled to Minnesota, where he met his wife, Doretta (Smith).

He played music for most of his life, retiring in 2019. Tom enjoyed playing pranks and jokes, shooting pool and playing in the family band, the Hanks Brothers Band. He was an avid Minnesota Vikings fan and loved spending time with family. He will be sadly missed.

Tom is survived by his sons: Shane Hanks, Romyn (Jackie) Hanks, his grandchildren: Breanna Bly, Chandler Hanks, Calista Hanks, Ciara Hanks, Carter Hanks, Lachlan Hanks and Camden Hanks, as well as a great-granddaughter, Natahlia Oshie. Tom also leaves his siblings: Judy Thomas, Betty Red Horse and Sherald Hanks; many nieces and nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife, Doretta, and his siblings: Francis Hanks, William Hanks, Jr., and Wilma Bobbie McGregor

The visitation for Tom will be held Thursday, August 8, 2024, from 5 to 7 PM at David-Donehower Funeral Home, 609 US HWY 10 E., Detroit Lakes, MN 56501. A prayer service will be held at 6:30 PM. The funeral service will be 11:00 AM, Friday, August 9, 2024, at St. Columba Episcopal Church, 26094 370th Street, White Earth, MN. Visitation will be an hour prior. Interment will be in the church cemetery.

The family wishes to thank Sonny Thomas and the nurses and staff of Pelican Landing for their excellent care of Tom.

David-Donehower Funeral Home is serving the family. For more information, please visit DavidDonehower.com, or call (218) 847-4147.