Thomas D. Liebhardt

Thomas Dwight Liebhardt, 86, known to most as Tom and affectionately called “Tommy Two Tone” by some who knew him best, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 12, 2026, at Four Winds Manor in Verona, Wisconsin, where he had made his home for the past two years. Tom was born on March 21, 1940, in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, to Dwight and Eleanor Liebhardt. He attended East Troy High School, where he was an excellent basketball player, beginning a lifelong love for the game. Farming was in his blood. He began his working life as an electrician before helping manage his father’s farm in East Troy. He was a farmer at heart for the rest of his life, and the values he learned growing up-working hard, being honest, and treating people right-never left him. It was at The Sterlingworth Inn, a restaurant and resort in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, that Tom met Susan Corcoran. The two married soon afterward and began building their life together. They owned and operated a farm in Juda, Wisconsin, and welcomed four children: John, Beth, Barb, and Gerald. The family eventually moved to the Madison, settling in Stoughton, Wisconsin. 

Tom went to work for Moorman’s Feed Sales begore eventually owning and operating his own Purina feed sales business in nearby Evansville. He knew farming, understood the value of hard work, and genuinely enjoyed the people he met along the way. The family's years on Eisenhower Road in Stoughton were filled with wonderful memories and friendships that lasted a lifetime. Tom especially treasured his buddies Paul and Cliff, along with their spouses and families, and other dear neighbors. Tom and Paul could often be found playing basketball with the neighborhood crew, including Tom’s son John, Paul’s son Mike, and Cliff’s son Chad, enjoying a little friendly competition and plenty of laughs. Many of his children's childhood friends also held a special place in Tom’s heart, and those friendships continued long after everyone had grown up.If you knew Tom, you knew he loved to laugh. He was a wonderful storyteller, had a quick wit, and especially enjoyed a little good-natured teasing. He loved making people laugh, and he was pretty good at it. He could strike up a conversation anywhere, and he knew someone everywhere he went. If he did not know you when the conversation started, chances were he would by the time it ended. Tom loved his sports, especially the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Brewers, and Wisconsin Badgers basketball. He was also a big supporter of Stoughton High School athletics and enjoyed attending games while his family lived there. Basketball always held a special place in his heart, whether he was playing, watching, or talking about the latest game.After many years of living in Stoughton, Wisconsin, Tom moved to Baraboo, drawn by the beauty of the surrounding countryside. He later settled in Sauk City, near the Wisconsin River, where he made his home at Midway Manor. He absolutely loved his years there, especially the wonderful friendships he made along the way.A social butterfly through and through, Tom became a familiar face around Sauk City, particularly at Riviera Bowl and Pizzeria and Ianelli Pharmacy. Shack’s Tap in Deerfield, Wisconsin, was another favorite gathering place that held a special place in his heart. He loved the camaraderie, familiar faces, good conversations, and, of course, the chance to share a story or a little friendly teasing. Tom also enjoyed his walks, visits to local restaurants, and catching up with friends. For Tom, it was never about where he went, but the people he enjoyed being around.

Tom also had a feisty streak and was not afraid to speak his mind, particularly when he thought someone was being treated unfairly. He became something of a self-appointed advocate for his fellow residents at Midway Manor, always willing to start a cause or challenge something he did not think was right.

He also fancied himself a bit of a building supervisor and was always happy to lend a hand as the unofficial handyman. Whether helping with a repair, offering a suggestion, or sharing his opinion on how something ought to be done, Tom liked to stay involved. His family was certainly no stranger to his handyman advice, whether they asked for it or not! He could be stubborn, spirited, and a little mischievous, but his heart was always in the right place. In his later years, Tom also had the opportunity to travel and experience places he had not been able to visit earlier in life. He especially enjoyed trips to Connecticut to visit his daughter Beth, exploring the East Coast and discovering places that were entirely new to him. These adventures brought him great happiness and, of course, gave him a few more stories to tell. Tom spent the final two years of his life at Four Winds Manor in Verona, Wisconsin. When he first arrived, he brought along that familiar Tom personality, quickly getting to know the staff and other residents and enjoying plenty of conversation, laughter, and good-natured banter. His family will always be grateful for the extraordinary kindness, compassion, and wonderful care he received at Four Winds. They did not simply care for him; they treated him like family. Tom also had a special affection for his physician, Dr. Quinn, and the many other healthcare providers who cared for him over the years. He valued the relationships he formed with them, and his family is deeply thankful for the care and friendship they gave him. As much as Tom enjoyed his friends, sports, and a good conversation, nothing meant more to him than his family. He was incredibly proud of his four children and loved each of them for exactly who they were. He was not someone who expected his children to follow a particular path or become someone they were not. He simply wanted them to be happy, and they always knew how proud he was of them. He was there for his children through life’s joys and challenges, offering encouragement, support, and, when the occasion called for it, a little fatherly advice. His two beloved grandchildren, Ben and Margot, held an especially precious place in his heart. He loved them dearly and took enormous pride in being their grandfather. Although Tom and Susan eventually went their separate ways, they remained close throughout the years. She continued to hold an incredibly special place in his heart, and the love and affection between them never really went away. When Susan passed away in 2017, Tom was there for their children, offering love, comfort, and support during a difficult time. Tom loved his family, and that love reached well beyond his children and grandchildren. His brothers, Bill and Dave, and his sister, Janet, were dear to him, as were their spouses and families. He loved getting together, catching up, sharing old stories, and keeping those family ties strong. His cousin John Zinzow and John's wife, Holly, were especially dear to him, too.

He remained close to Susan's family as well. He fondly remembered her late parents, John and Merrilie Corcoran, and cherished his relationships with her brothers Jerry, Mike, and Jim as well as her late brothers Steven, Thomas, and Jack. Diane Corcoran and her husband, Matt, as well as Kate Corcoran also meant a great deal to him. Tom loved his many nieces and nephews on both the Liebhardt and Corcoran sides, along with their families. He enjoyed seeing everyone, hearing what was new in their lives, and having another chance to laugh together.

There was always room for family in Tom's life, and he made sure the people he loved knew it. Tom is survived by his four children: John (Rose) Liebhardt, Beth Liebhardt, Barb Liebhardt, and Gerald Liebhardt; and his two beloved grandchildren, Ben and Margot. He is also survived by his brother, Dave Liebhardt; his dear sister, Janet Heflin and her husband, Bob Heflin; Kitty and Kathy Liebhardt; his cherished cousin, John Zinzow and his wife, Holly. He leaves behind many other family members and wonderful friends who meant so much to him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dwight and Eleanor Liebhardt; his brother, Bill Liebhardt; his beloved daughter-in-law, Kajsa; and Susan Liebhardt, the mother of his children. Tom worked hard, loved his family, and made friends wherever he went. He enjoyed the simple things: a basketball game, a meal with familiar faces, a good story, and a chance to make somebody laugh. And if he had an opportunity for a little friendly teasing, he rarely passed it up. Tom had a good heart, a quick wit, and just enough stubbornness to keep everyone on their toes. He stood up for people, loved his family dearly, and always seemed to have one more story to tell. We will miss his laugh, his advice (asked for or not), and all the little things that made him Tom.

Visitation Thursday, October 29, 2026, |2:00–4:00 p.m. at Hooverson Funeral Home, 251 Water Street, Sauk City, Wisconsin.

Visitation Friday, October 30, 2026, 2:00–4:00 p.m.  at Cress Funeral & Cremation Service, 206 West Prospect Street, Stoughton, Wisconsin.

Friday, October 30, 2026, | 5:00 p.m. Celebration of Life at Viking Lanes, 1410 Highway 51, Stoughton, Wisconsin. Family and friends are warmly invited to gather, share memories, and celebrate.