Burkhard, Thomas L., 65, of Springfield, passed away at 9:40 p.m. Sunday, December 9, 2018 in the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. He was born in Springfield on October 21, 1953 the son of William and Betty (Boltz) Burkhard. He owned and operated Tom's Pest Control for many years. Survivors include his wife, Dianna L. (Dewitt); son, Thomas L. Burkhard, II of Springfield; two grandchildren, Jordan and Sydney Burkhard and his aunt, Dolly Kline of Xenia. His family would like to thank all of his doctors and healthcare workers for their care over the years and give a special thanks to his future daughter-in-law, Christine Sherry, for her dedicated care while he was in the hospital. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Marietta, Ohio. Arrangements by CONROY FUNERAL HOME.