Thomas E. Horan age 64, lifelong resident of Big Rapids, passed away Monday, September 14, 2020. He was born April 17, 1956, the son of Robert Jr. and Dolores (Conley) Horan. Tom was a member of St. Mary St. Paul Catholic Community. He attended St. Mary Catholic School and then graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1974. Tom earned his Bachelors Degree in Business Administration from Ferris State University while he played on the 1974/1975 varsity baseball team. Tom married the love of his life, Heidi Trathen, on June 16, 1977, and together they raised their two children. He was involved in all aspects of the family business, Triangle Auto, and spent his entire career in the automotive industry. Tom received the Legend Leader, 300/500 Club, which is an exclusive award for volume vehicle sales. Tom was involved in his community. He was on the Mecosta County Fair Board, a member of the Knights of Columbus, and played in the Big Rapids Mens Softball Association while serving on the board. He also was on the Triangle Bowling Team, and a member of the Big Rapids Eagles Aerie 2535. Tom was inducted into the Mecosta County Sports Hall of Fame in 2011 and was the ultimate sports fanatic; in addition to playing sports, he enjoyed watching any FSU and Detroit professional team games. He was able to watch his last Lions game with his family by his side and when they lost their 4th quarter lead again, Tom replied "Typical". He is survived by his mother, Dolores Horan; two children, Thomas John "Tommy" (Melanie) Horan and Jenilee (Rob) Olson; four grandchildren, Layla Leigh and Scarlett Jayne Olson and Landon Thomas and Grayson Chase Horan; four siblings, Robert III (Lynn) Horan, Marcia Schuberg, Paul Horan, and Maria (Bill) Stewart; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Tom was preceded in death by his wife Heidi Horan on November 4, 2014, his father Robert Horan Jr., nephew Joshua Horan, mother and father-in-law Jack and Avis Trathen. Tom will always be remembered for his love of negotiation. Mass of the Resurrection will take place 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 19, 2020 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Big Rapids. The family will greet friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, September 18th at the Church. Due to COVID-19, the family asks that all who attend please wear a mask and follow social distancing guidelines. The Horan family will be greeting friends in the front pew at the church; although they would appreciate your hugs and handshakes, please refrain from those at this time. Your presence and words are what they need now. Memorial contributions may be made in Toms name to the Mecosta County Community Foundation (MCCF). In the memo please note Horan Family Fund for St. Mary School; mail to PO Box 1012-C, Big Rapids, MI 49307 or online at facommunityfoundation.org. Please sign the virtual guestbook or share a memory by clicking the guestbook tab at www.daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com The family is being cared for by Daggett-Gilbert Funeral Homes in Mecosta County. Mass of the Resurrection Saturday, September 19, 2020 11:00 AM St. Mary Catholic Church 1009 Marion Ave Big Rapids,MI 49307 Visitation Friday, September 18, 2020 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM St. Mary Catholic Church 1009 Marion Ave Big Rapids,MI 49307