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Thomas Fonseca Obituary

FONSECA - Thomas, age 75, of Sayville, on October 30, 2008. Beloved husband of Jean. Loving father of Thomas, Mary, Annette (James), the late Edward, Catherine (Michael) and Charles. Adored grandfather of Edward, Robert, Michelle, Justin and Madeline Cherished great-grandfather of Olivia. Dear brother of Josephine and Gertrude. Lifetime friend of Robert and Marguerite Strauss. Reposing at Raynor & D'Andrea Funeral Home 245 Montauk Hwy. West Sayville, Saturday and Sunday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30pm. Funeral Mass 11:15am Monday at St. John Nepomucene RC Church, Bohemia. Interment to follow in the Parish Cemetery.

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Published by Newsday on Nov. 1, 2008.

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Debra Santoianni (Filoso)

November 6, 2008

I was so sorry to hear about Mr. Fonseca. I express my deepest sympathy to your family. May the love of your family and friends help you through your time of loss. Debbie Filoso

Lorraine Vicencio-Strauss

November 3, 2008

Although I didn't know Uncle Tom for very long, I'll always have fond memories of speding time him and Aunt Jean at different Strauss family events such as celebrating Marge & Bob's 50th wedding anniverdary, Bob's 70th & 73rd birthdays, and Uncle Tom dancing with Marge at my wedding. Marge & Bob always talked about you both lovingly with many, many great stories that will always be remembered. Uncle Tom's abscence has left a great void in the hearts of the entire Strauss family. I'm glad to have know you for the short time that I did. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.

Susan Robertson

November 2, 2008

Dear Mary,
I am sorry to hear about your dad. May you find peace and solace in knowing he is at peace and looking upon you with love and joy. Blessings to you and your family at this difficult time.

Al Gorny

November 2, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. I have so many fond memories of Mr. F -- his friendliness, cheerfulness and exuberance. He will be missed dearly by all who knew him.

Kathy (Moran) Alimena

November 2, 2008

Dear Mary,
I just heard about your dad this morning and I am truly very sorry. Although I cannot be with you right now, I want you to know that I have many wonderful memories of spending time at your house with you and your family when we were growing up. I will cherish them forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort. Please let your mom, sisters and brothers know that they are in my heart during their time of sorrow and always.
With my deepest sympathy and love, Kathy

shaun kinbacher

November 1, 2008

I have often thought of Mr. Fonseca and spoken of my very firts job delivering milk. It was an awsome experiance and somethig i will cherish for the rest of my life.

Dottie McDonald

November 1, 2008

We will miss Uncle Tom very much. I have so many fond memories....there's not enough room here to list them. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

EBLE FAMILY

November 1, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

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