Thomas C. Schude, 51, of Aurora, proud owner of Dart Brokers Inc., passed away suddenly on Thursday, December 3, 2020 at Rush-Copley Medical Center. He was born July 17, 1969 in Winfield, Illinois. Thomas was a passionate fisherman and a devoted family man. He will be remembered as a wonderful husband, caring son, affectionate father, and adoring grandfather. His legacy of Dart Brokers will live on and his love will forever touch our hearts. We are deeply saddened by the loss of a man with such a heart of gold. He will be deeply missed, but we will find solace that he is fishing forever in heaven. Survivors include his loving wife, Kathleen Schude; children: Amanda, Brandon and Cameron Jarosik, and Ariel (Austin) Beal; grandchildren, Benjamin and Adelaide Beal; mother, Jean Schude Woerly; aunt, Carol Wagener; and cousin, Mary Ann Campagna. He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph Schude. A gathering of family and friends will be held Thursday, December 10, 2020 from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM at the Dunn Family Funeral Home with Crematory, 1801 S. Douglas Rd., Oswego, IL 60543. Information at www.dunnfamilyfuneralhome.com or (630) 554-3888. The funeral home will adhere to the current gathering restrictions in the state of Illinois, which allow 10 or fewer guests at services. Proper social distancing must be practiced and all guests will be required to wear face masks at all times.