Thomas E. Callen

Thomas E. Callen, 78, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2025. Born on March 31, 1947, in Wichita, Tom lived a humble, gentle, faithful, and hardworking life devoted to the people he loved.

A graduate of Wichita East High School, Tom went on to attend Kansas State University, where he earned his degree in mechanical engineering. In 1969, he began a long and distinguished career with Pratt & Whitney in West Palm Beach, Florida, serving as a project engineer. His work was marked by integrity, dedication, and a genuine commitment to excellence. Tom retired in 2013 after more than four decades of service, leaving behind a legacy of respect, skill, and steady leadership.

On August 25, 1967, Tom married Caron, the true love of his life. Their marriage was a beautiful love story – faith-driven, selfless, and filled with quiet acts of devotion. Together, they were sweet, supportive, and deeply connected, always willing to help others and serve their community. Their partnership was a rare and genuine example of a love that lasts a lifetime.

Tom cherished his family above all else. He loved being a husband, father, brother, and especially a grandfather. His grandchildren were the light of his life. He found joy in simple pleasures: playing guitar, listening to music, tending his garden, watching birds, spending time with friends, and living out his faith each day with sincerity and grace.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Tony Callen and Irene Branson; and by his brother, Tony Callen, Jr.

He is survived by his loving wife, Caron Callen; his son, Tom Callen, wife Victoria, and their children Dom and Sarah of Omaha, Nebraska; his son, Rob Callen, wife Tiffany, and their son Gavin of Tulsa, Oklahoma; his brother, Jon Callen and wife Kelly of Wichita; and his sister Barbara McClung of Wichita.

A celebration of Tom’s life will be held at 3:00 pm, Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Hillside Christian Church in Wichita.