Reverend Thomas J. Botheroyd, age 74, retired Pastor of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Lombard, died peacefully November 29, 2021 surrounded by Little Sisters of the Poor.

Father Tom was the brother of Susan (William) Krewer of Palatine, William (Cathy) of Island Lake, IL and Patrick of Lombard. He was a fond uncle of six (Rachel, Corey, John, Danielle, Michele, Jack) and great uncle of nine. His beloved dog Maggie B preceded him in death.

Visitation will take place at Sacred Heart Catholic Church 114 S. Elizabeth Street, Lombard, IL Thursday, December 2 from 3pm to 9pm and Friday, December 3, from 7:30am until the Mass of the Resurrection at 10am. Interment will follow at Assumption Cemetery in Winfield, IL.

Father Tom grew up in Chicago and Rolling Meadows and graduated from St. Viator High School in Arlington Heights. His early interest in religion is attributed to his grandmother who regularly took him to mass at a young age. His formal religious life began as a member of the De La Salle Christian Brothers where he attended college and then taught in their high schools in Chicago and Cincinnati. Later he worked for the airlines and loved traveling, especially with Margie, a co-worker turned lifelong friend.

Always striving to expand his knowledge and understanding, Father Tom continued his formal education. He attained a Master of Education from St. Xavier University in Cincinnati, a Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola University in Chicago, and a Master of Divinity from Sacred Heart School of Theology in Hales Corners, Wisconsin.

Father retired in June 2021 as Pastor of Sacred Heart Catholic Church where he served since 2007. Prior to that he served at St. Joseph Parish in Manteno, Marmion Abbey in Aurora, St. Joan of Arc Parish in Lisle, and St. Walter Parish in Roselle.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Little Sisters of the Poor, 80 W. Northwest Highway, Palatine, IL 60067. And please enjoy an adult beverage to toast Father Tom and his life of extraordinary service.

Arrangements by Brust Funeral Home. For more information, call 888-629-0094.