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Thomas Cichocki Obituary

Thomas S. "Tommy" Cichocki, age 34, of Millcreek, died Friday, May 20, 2011, as the result of a motorcycle accident. He was born in Erie August 24, 1976, the son of Thomas W. Cichocki and the late Barbara Lyle Cichocki. Tommy was the assistant manager of R. E. MICHEL Company for the past five years. He graduated from McDowell High School in 1995. He enjoyed snowmobiling, motorcycling, whitewater rafting, photography, and the outdoors. He recently competed in snowmobile grass drags and rode down the highline off of the New River Gorge Bridge in W.Va. He deeply enjoyed bonding with his father, working on cars, snowmobiles, and motorcycles. Besides his mother, Tommy was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Eric Haynes; paternal grandparents, Thomas and Mae Cichocki; and his maternal grandfather, Robert B. Lyle. Survivors include his father, Thomas W. Cichocki of Millcreek and his special friend, Linda Gianoni; two sisters, Amanda Haynes and her fiancé, Matt Vickey, of Erie and Amy Cichocki and her boyfriend, Walter Whitling, of Erie; and his maternal grandmother, Lucette Lyle of Erie. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Friends may call at the Brugger Funeral Homes and Crematory, 1595 West 38th St. Tuesday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. and are invited to attend services there on Wednesday at noon with Rev. Duane Pinney of Washington Valley Christian Church officiating. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 823 Filmore Ave., Erie, PA 16505 or American Respiratory Alliance of Western PA, 201 Smith Dr., Suite E, Cranberry Twp., PA 16066. Condolences at bruggerfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Erie Times-News on May 23, 2011.

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Dale Salo

July 29, 2024

Just thinking about you dude.

Krista Lanager

May 17, 2020

Thinking of you and your family on this day.
May you continue to watch over them as their guardian angel.

David & Barbara Double

May 18, 2019

As we sit here at camp we remember Tom sharing his love of hunting with us. He always lent a hand in all the camp activities and we cherished our special times together!

Amanda Cichocki-Haynes

September 5, 2011

Bro,
I love and miss you deeply. Thank you for everything. You have made me a better person. See you on the other side some day. Watch over me, my angel! xoxo
Love you. Sis Amanda

Debbie Sack

August 24, 2011

Happy Birthday to my angel...I miss you and need you to keep that watch on me Jon and Tony...rest in peace

KATHY LYLE

August 24, 2011

HI HUNEY COONEY MOONEY MAN AND HAPPY BIRTHDAY! WE ALL MISS YOU VERY MUCH. I MISS PUTTING YOU IN THE ZAPPY TICKLE TORTURE CHAMBER! SAY HI TO MOM AND KNOW THAT WE ARE ALL THINKING OF YOU TODAY AND ALWAYS.
LOVE AUNT ZAPPY

Kelly Melter

August 24, 2011

Happy 35th Birthday Tommy!! You are truly missed today and everyday. It still does not seem possible that you are gone. I have many memories that I hold dear to my heart and think of them daily and laugh at most of them. I'll never forget the camping trips at Parker Dam State Park and the time you, Mike, and my dad went to Straub Brewery to take advantage of their endless-tap only to find out you only got one glass or the time you threw a bottle of pop on top of a rattlesnake sitting in the middle of the dirt road and it jumped up at the van. There are sooo many memories and I guess the saying is correct -- "You don't know how much you will miss something until it is gone." Just wishing you a Happy Birthday and I know your spending it up in Heaven with your mom making you an angel food cake, papa calling you "Wimpy" because you could eat like a thousand hamburgers, and you and Eric doing as much stuff as you can outdoors. I find peace knowing you are not alone on your birthday. We love you and miss you!! Happy Birthday Cuz!!

Stephany Fratus Bowerman

August 24, 2011

Happy Birthday, old friend! Your smile will never be forgotten! Your family will always be in our prayers!

Vicki Coy

August 24, 2011

Happy Birthday Tommy, You are truly missed! I think about you, you antics, and our conversations on a daily basis. I miss your humor, understanding, sense of adventure, and you advice.
Tom Sr, Amanda, and Amy- I continue to lift you up in my prayers, asking for strength and comfort to get through the days and weeks! I miss ALL of you guys!

Cathy Miseta

August 24, 2011

Happy birthday, Tommy...I'm sorry you aren't here to celebrate. Please know there are lots of people down here looking out for your sisters and your dad, along with you and all those other folks watching out from above. Miss you.

Krista Lanager

August 23, 2011

Tommy even thought your gone you haven't been forgotten.
To the family, im so glad you all are apart of my family's lives.
Happy birthday Tommy.

jayme permint

August 23, 2011

To the cichocki family I send deepest and sincereist condolences. Tom was a great man. He will be sadly missed. May god watch over your family. God bless

Jenn Kalinowski-Wells

August 23, 2011

Tom was a great person. I am so blessed to have known him for all these years. I will always hold the fondest of memories close to my heart. Rest in peace my friend. I will miss you.

Jody Donovan

May 31, 2011

Dear Tom, Amanda, Amy, and family,
I'm so sorry for the loss of Tommy! He seemed to always be such a happy person. I remember when he used to come into Reflections...with a joke to share, just like his mom! She was my rock when I was going through the loss of my husband so young. She supported me when I decided to go back to school. Thank you for sharing them with me, especially their smiles and laughter! You were blessed to have had them, even though it was such a short time. Please know that I'm here for you if you need someone to talk to. May God be with you during this difficult time! He has been my support through all of my losses. Hugs and prayers to all of you!

mike bolla

May 28, 2011

Tom, and the cichocki family my thoughts and prayers are with you at this tragic time. The sad part for me is that I just talked to him Friday night before this happened. Telling me how much he enjoyed his new bike. Will be missed forever!!!

Heidi Gingerich

May 26, 2011

My condolences to the Cichocki family. Tommy was a wonderful guy who never let anything get him down. I'll always remember all the great times we had together and will continue to pray for him and his entire family.

Valley National Gases

May 26, 2011

Our hearts and prayers are with you. Please accept our sympathys for your loss.Tommy brought smiles to many people and was a pleasure to be around. He will be missed by many.

Holli Amann Wallace

May 25, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the Cichocki family. Tom always had a funny story to tell. My sister and I have many fond memories of hanging out with Tom during our summers in Erie.

Mary Jo Allen

May 25, 2011

We were childhood friends until I moved away. Tom always made me laugh! I'd spend summers hanging out with him

Mary Jo Allen

May 25, 2011

We were childhood friends until I moved away. Tom always made me laugh! I'd spend summers hanging out with him

Katie Piper

May 25, 2011

Amanda,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are strong with you and your family during this time of healing. Remember it's okay to lean on others. God Bless, Katie Piper, SVHS Special Ed.

Greg and Nancy Zimmerman

May 25, 2011

Please accept our sincere condolences. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Corey Barbato

May 25, 2011

We all have nothing but great memories of Tom. The way he always brought a smile to our faces at the bike track. His laugh made us all happy. Definitely a great person that touched so many people. Corey, Nick and Lisa Barbato sending thoughts to your family.

anthony buffalari

May 25, 2011

to Morgan and Cichocki families,
very sorry to hear the loss in your family. can only hope that fond memories can be of some consolation as you try to heal.
sicerely Anthony and Kimberly DiMarco Buffalari

Michael Trohoske

May 24, 2011

So sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Tom at Airgas a few years ago. Tom was always fun to be around. I will always have good memories of him. My deepest sympathy.

Tim & Mary Kita

May 24, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss.

Jenn Holland

May 24, 2011

Amanda...so sorry and I know words won't help. Just know that you and your family are in my prayers. Tommy sounded great. I wish I could have known him!

Holly& Todd Propst

May 24, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, Amanda. No words can even begin to help with the healing. Just know that you are surrounded by those who love you and loved Tommy.

Emily Bebell

May 24, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May God comfort you.

May 24, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May God comfort you.

Thomas Landahl

May 24, 2011

My deepest sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Tom. I had the wonderful pleasure of racing bicycles with Tom and Amanda back in the day. I have a great deal of memories from weekends at the track and riding over to their house. I will pray for your family. God Bless.

Jennifer Copple

May 24, 2011

My thoughts and prayers to all of the Cichocki family. I hope memories of fun times together comfort your heart during a really difficult time.

Sarah and Justin Liptak

May 24, 2011

Amanda - this is such a tragedy. Such a warm man taken from this world well before his time. I know you two were close. I am so sorry.
Our prayers are with you and your family.

Paul Lorie Shelby Adams

May 24, 2011

Our deepest condolences to the entire Cichocki family. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you in this difficult time.

Jennifer DiLuzio

May 24, 2011

I never knew that when I became friends with Amanda in middle school that over the years I would become friends with her brother too. For many years Tommy was like an older brother figure to me-I am so thankful for all of the fun times we had and all the help and advice that he had given me. You will be missed Tommy...and your family will always be in my prayers.
Love,
Jenn

May 24, 2011

I remember you from school, and your sister Amanda as well. Always delightful and fun people. Im so very sorry Tommy, that you have been taken away so soon. May your family rest assured, that your in a way better place. Ride the sky my friend. You will never be forgotten.

Emily & Shawn Smith

May 24, 2011

Amanda- I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Tamara Beeman

May 24, 2011

There are no words that can make it go away, or change. My heart aches for everyone. RIP Tommy.

Debbie&John Whelpley

May 24, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, tom and your family. May god help you though this time.

John and Debbie Whelpley

American Heart Association

May 24, 2011

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Betty (Zochowski) Proctor

May 24, 2011

To the Family,

Tom was a great guy and full of life. You are in my prayers.

Leah Ingro

May 23, 2011

Mr. Cichocki, I'm so sorry about your loss. I just saw him about 2 weeks ago when he and a friend came into Twins. His bright smile and awesome sense of humor will be sadly missed.

Paul Drylewicz

May 23, 2011

To The Family and Amanda,

So sorry for your loss. I remember Tom and Eric like it was yesterday.(I worked with them at the pizza shop) I just wanted to let you know I was thinking about the two standing together again and brought tears of joy to my face.

Paul Drylewicz

Shelley Love

May 23, 2011

Tom, Amanda and family. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are will you all.

Thomas Bellingham

May 23, 2011

I'm horribly sorry to hear about Tommy's passing. He never had a mean or negative word for anyone.

REST WELL MY FRIEND! GOD HAS YOU NOW!

Sean

May 23, 2011

My prayers go out to your family, you were always a good guy and the world truely will be without one of its angels!

Ryan Sinnott

May 23, 2011

Tom you will be missed by many. You lived life to the fullest and it was taken from you too soon... Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and loved ones.

Ann Stephens

May 23, 2011

To the Cichocki Family,
I was saddened to hear of Tom's passing. I used to work with Tom at Lowe's and would always run into him often. I will always remember him as a outgoing, warm person with a great sense of humor. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest condolences go out to you.

Shannon Roschi-Clark

May 23, 2011

Dear Mr.Cichocki,Amanda,Amy and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Tom:( He and I have been friends for almost 20 years so to not talk to him every few days is going to be really hard.I still can't believe he is gone. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this hard time- may he rest in peace...Much Love Tommy:)

May 23, 2011

Tom,Amy, and Amanda....my heart is broken for you,he was so special and I have many fond memories of Tony, Jon and Tommy growing up on 12th and Powell...I will cherish those and pray for healing, with love Debbie Sack Boland

Ray Wingerter

May 23, 2011

With Deepest sympathy to the Cichocki Family. Tom will be missed greatly here at work. His laughter, smile, jokes and stories enriched us all. Thanks for the wonderful memories Tom, the shared pizza's and other food runs, your help and your friendship. You will be missed, little Buddy.

Jennifer Catterton

May 23, 2011

I worked with Thomas for going on 3 years at the R E Michel Company and although we only ever spoke on the phone it was easy to tell he was a great guy who would always help out any way he could. My prayers are with his family in the tough times ahead.

steve k

May 23, 2011

May You Rest in Peace & Be Hugged with Love from your Near and Dear Past Family members!

May 23, 2011

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Our thoughts and prays our with you during this most difficult time.
R.E. Michel - Ashtabula

Jen Smith

May 23, 2011

Im sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I went to school with him at Westlake and Mcdowell. His smile was something great and will be missed. God bless his family, my prayers are with you.

Jewelee Lyle

May 23, 2011

Cichocki Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I went to school with Tom and recently reconnected with him. He was always so positive and caring. I do not ever think there was a time he didn't have a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed and always thought of fondly.

Mike Lockhart

May 23, 2011

My thoughts go out to your family buddy. You will be missed by many! Keep riding in the sky!

Brian Weaver

May 23, 2011

I want you to know that I am very sorry for you loss Amy, Amanda and Dad. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers through this heart felt time. You all are very dear to me and you have my deepest sympathy and condolences.

char venesky

May 23, 2011

Amy, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers for you and your family at this time.

David & Barbara Double

May 23, 2011

Love and prayers to the Cichocki family. My Little Tommy is going to be missed deeply. He was apart of our family for many, many years. We loved having him at the hunting camp sharing in his love of hunting...along with the frustrations. Tommy was always there for you whenever needed, and loved deeply in his heart. Great memories will be with us forever! We love you Tommy. Dad and Mom Double

Jay Gill

May 23, 2011

Thomass was a great person.He always had something to say that would make me laugh. I am so sorry for your loss. We will miss him.

Alicia Anderson

May 23, 2011

I've Known Tom since Westlake...I had the honor to become his friend, He was an absolute sweetheart with an amazing sense of humor. And I will always remember the times we spent hanging out together(Tom,Trudy& I). You will be deeply missed.

Kelly Melter

May 23, 2011

Tommy,

I cannot believe you are really gone. I will always remember and cherish the memories of us growing up and as adults too. You will be greatly missed and the only comfort I have is knowing you are with your mom, Papa, and Eric. You lived life to its fullest and I will never forget you. You are missed!

Love,
Your cousin Kelly

Kristy Bilski

May 23, 2011

Amanda & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this extremely difficult time.

Rachael Bombardier

May 23, 2011

My condolences to the entire family. I have known Tom for 12 years and he was a wonderful man and a great friend. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Heather/Dave Hart

May 23, 2011

Love and deepest sympathy to the entire Cichocki family. Tom was a great guy and we will keep all our memories of him close at heart, he will be sadly missed but never forgotten. The Hart Family

Liz Stephenson

May 23, 2011

I have so many memories of Tom. He was a great friend and will be greatly missed.

May 23, 2011

Tommy was always there for you when you needed him...I'm gonna miss you bud!

Jamie (Lindy) East

May 23, 2011

To The Cichocki Family,

I am so sorry to hear about Tom. Tom was such amazing person.I first met Tom in 6th grade at Westlake.He always knew how to make people laugh.I will truly miss that laugh. My thoughts and prayers go out to you in this difficult time.

Tracy Krepps

May 23, 2011

Tom, Amanda and Amy,
I know words can't take away the pain you are feeling right now, but hope you can find some comfort knowing he is with mom and Eric. We have had so many great memories together and I will never forget them. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and please call me if you need anything at all.

Michelle Double

May 23, 2011

Thoughts and prayers are with all of you. He was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed.

Tracy Szobody

May 23, 2011

Amanda, Matt and family, I will truly miss Tommy. He was always so much fun. I will miss dancing and laughing with him at our many get togethers. I have him and all of you in my thoughts and prayers. All my Love, Tracy

Lisa Bannister

May 23, 2011

Amanda- words can not express what you are going through right now. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family at this time.

Edna Anabui

May 23, 2011

Amy,

I am praying for you and your family. May God comfort you and give you strength during this difficult time.

Linda Hammer

May 23, 2011

Our family is so sorry for your loss. No words can soothe the grief you are feeling but we are praying for comfort from the Lord in this time of sorrow.
The James Hammer family....Lin, Michael & Katie, Todd and Chad

Julie Muse

May 23, 2011

Tommy you will be deeply missed and to the family I will have you all in my prayers.

BARB HARVEY

May 23, 2011

TO THE FAMILY OF TOMMY,
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. TOMMY WAS SO MUCH FUN AND WILL BE MISSED BY MANY.MIMI YOU TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF.
REST IN PEACE TOMMY
BARB GROVE HARVEY

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