Thomas Edward Muntan
Thomas Edward Muntan, 75, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2026, at Country Meadow Care Center following an extended illness.
Tom was born October 11, 1951, in Mansfield, Ohio, to Theodore Muntan, Sr. and Pauline Hollar. He was a 1969 graduate of Clear Fork High School, where he was a member of the golf team.
Tom was a hardworking man who believed in staying busy and rarely settled for having just one job. Throughout his working years, he was employed at Mansfield Tire until its closing, helped at his family’s business, Muntan Carry Out on Springmill Street, and maintained the grounds at Possum Run Golf Course. The latter job came with a pretty nice perk: unlimited rounds of golf, something Tom certainly took advantage of!
He later began working at Hi-Stat in Shipping and Receiving, where he remained for more than 25 years. He also worked for the Mansfield News Journal for a time. However, after one particularly eye-opening moment when he caught himself falling asleep behind the wheel while stopped at a red light, Tom decided perhaps he had taken on one job too many. It was a good indication that even he had his limits!
A proud U.S. Army veteran Tom served his country during the Vietnam era, and was stationed in Alaska beginning February 17, 1971 and was honorably discharged on February 16, 1973.
Tom had a love for motorcycles, particularly his Sportster Harley-Davidson, and enjoyed attending motorcycle and car shows. He appreciated anything with wheels, a little horsepower, and a story behind it.
He was also a big kid at heart. What began as attending Comic-Con conventions and events with his son, Teddy, eventually grew into an interest of his own. While he may not have gone so far as to dress up as a favorite character, wearing a favorite T-shirt was certainly not out of the question! Tom enjoyed the atmosphere, meeting celebrities, and, most importantly, sharing those experiences and making memories with Teddy. He also developed an interest in Star Trek and enjoyed the many adventures that came with the conventions.
A true movie buff, Tom looked forward to going to the theater nearly every weekend. His taste in movies was broad, enjoying everything from science fiction and action to drama. And he wasn’t opposed to a good chick flick either! He and Teddy watched them all, usually with a small Coke and Tom’s favorite candy, Bit-O-Honey. It wasn’t necessarily about what was playing; it was about enjoying the show and the time spent together.
Tom also enjoyed going out to eat, at Bob Evans, Cracker Barrel, and Perkins among his favorite stops. He was a lifelong Elvis fan and even visited Graceland on his honeymoon. He also had the opportunity to see Elvis perform in Las Vegas, a memory that surely held a special place for him.
When relaxing at home, Tom enjoyed watching classic television shows on TV Land, especially MAS*H, Adam-12, and Dragnet. He was also a fan of John Wayne movies and Clint Eastwood westerns.
As a father, Tom believed in discipline, but he wasn’t one to hand out punishment unnecessarily. More often than not, all it took was raising his voice to get his point across. He could be stubborn at times, but beneath that stubborn streak was a loving, caring man who was always willing to lend a hand. Whether it meant helping someone fix a car, changing their oil, or tackling just about anything he was capable of doing, Tom was there to help.
Those who knew Tom will remember his dry, sometimes facetious sense of humor, his strong work ethic, his willingness to help others, and his ability to find enjoyment in the simple things. He was a man who worked hard, loved his family, enjoyed his interests, and made memories in his own unique way.
He is survived by his son Theodore Lockwood “Teddy” Muntan, siblings Ted (Diane) Muntan, Nora Muntan, Pauline (Chailmer) Fields, and Virginia Muntan, along with numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.
In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by a sister Kathleen Ellington.
Friends may call Wednesday, November 11, 2026 from 5 pm to 7 pm in the Bellville Snyder Funeral Home where the funeral service will follow at 7 pm. Pastor Mike Wilson will officiate. A graveside service will be held Thursday at 10 am in Bellville Cemetery.
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