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Thomas O. Sargentich

Thomas Sargentich Obituary

SARGENTICH, THOMAS O.

On Thursday, April 21, 2005, THOMAS O. SARGENTICH, of Arlington, VA. Beloved husband of Susan H. Farnsworth; father of Catherine Victoria Sargentich; son of Margaret A. Sargentich; brother of Susan Allein and her husband Richard Flanagan, Lewis Sargentich and his wife Valerie J. Bradley, Karen Stafford and her husband Douglas; brother-in-law of Alan Farnsworth and his wife Noreen, Paul Farnsworth and his wife Debbie. Also surviving are nieces and nephews, Patrick Stafford, Chris and Lindsay Farnsworth and Andrew and Sara Farnsworth. A Memorial Service in celebration of Tom's life will be held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 2609 N. Glebe Rd., Arlington, VA on Monday, April 25 at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Thomas O. Sargentich Scholarship at American University Washington College of Law, or the charity of your choice.

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Published by The Washington Post from Apr. 24 to Apr. 25, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Sargentich

23 Entries

Caroline Newcombe

May 7, 2005

I am one of the many beneficiaries of the wonderful LL.M program that Prof. Sargentich founded at American University. The last time I saw him was at an LL.M dinner at an Italian restaurant. As always he was kind and gracious to all. Moreover, his academic life, the degrees he earned, and the outstanding articles and books he wrote remain an inspiration to any student of the law. Thank you Professor Sargentich.

Peter Tompa

May 5, 2005

I was saddened to learn of the passing of Prof. Sargentich. He was a teacher in the best sense of the word. He inspired many of his students over the years, and our fond memories of him will remain a fitting testiment to his scholarship and kindness. My sincere condolences to his family.

Martha Mitchell

May 4, 2005

Dearest Susan,

What awful news I have received. It is always difficult to know what to say, but as I have found, any expression of sympathy is of help.

The first thing that comes to mind is how frightfully premature and unfair it is for Tom's life to be so short. You were the first one of us who had a serious relationship. You were so well suited for one another. Your life was full.

Even though we no longer just live a few miles apart, and I can no longer zip up 98 to see you, I feel like you are still that teen girlfriend. I must be able to pick up the phone after school and console you. My love for you is that immediate even if the years have separated us. My prayers are with you and Catherine.

Come visit us at the beach! It is quite close to you...just zip down 95! Love you. Martha

Ernest Lee

May 2, 2005

I would like to extend my deepest condolences to Prof. Sargentich's family for their loss. I was shocked and saddened to hear about his passing. However, it was a blessing to have had the opportunity to know such a kind and warm hearted person.

Carol Williams Roach

May 2, 2005

Tom was not only in my class at Harvard Law but was instrumental in my getting a job at the Office of Legal Counsel. His sweetness and intelligence were always present. I am shocked that he has died so young.

Michael Harrigan

April 27, 2005

Tom Sargentich meant so much to the success of the LL.M. Program on Law and Government. His impact will continue. My condolences to the family.

Sharon Mayhew

April 27, 2005

I'm so sorry and I'll miss him. He was just such a smart, capable, generous, gentle and kind teacher and person, it's just a damn shame we couldn't have him around longer.

LLM 2000.

Thierno Balde

April 27, 2005

Professor Sargentich:

I am saddened to hear that you left us. I will always remember your kindness and support during my years at the WCL. You have always been there for me and so many students. I missed a lot my discussions with you and regret not to be able to realize my promise to take you to my country, Guinea. I will never thank you enough for your advice and support. I will always keep you in my mind. Rest peacefully, you deserve it.

Thierno Balde

Essa Al Nassr

April 27, 2005

At the moment I read the news, I really filt very sad about the Prof. Thomas' death as if, indeed, one of my close relative is died. I would not forget such a great person like him so long as I live. Again, very Sorry for his family and all of his friends

Stephen & Maria Wagner

April 27, 2005

Dear Sue, Cat,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you... We hope that God stregnthens you during this difficult time and fortifies you with the knowledge that Tom touched so many people, and enriched so many lives. We will miss him.

Barbara Marvin

April 27, 2005

I am very saddened to learn of Professor Sargentich's death and want to express my deepest sympathies to his family.

I was a student in Professor Sargentich's Constitutional law class and a seminar course in 1992. I remember him as one ofthe most deeply knowledgeable professors I was privileged to have at WCL; his love of his subject matter was constantly evident, as was his kindness and caring for his students. I have never forgotten, and often thought back on, his closing speech in Consitutional law, borrowed from Mark Twain's "Life on the Mississippi" about not allowing mastery of a subject (the river, or the law), to make one lose sight of its majesty.

Peace to his memory, and know that his teaching continues to inspire those of us who knew and learned from him.

Reid Elkus

April 27, 2005

It came as a shock to hear that Tom passed away. In the short time that I knew him he always displayed patience and kindness. I am sorry to the students that will not know this about him and to his family that always knew this about Tom. My deepest regrets.

Stephan Kline

April 27, 2005

Tom was a mensch, a good and decent man. His love of the law was inspirational; his caring for his students, past and present, was nurturing; his suffering was left unsaid. He was my admin professor in 1990 and he encouraged me to return to WCL to become the first graduate of his Law and Government Program. Career assistance, political strategy, and friendship ensued. I miss him.

Manuel Ventura

April 27, 2005

I would like to extend my sincerest condolences to his family. I was a student of Tom Sargentich in the LL.M Program in Law and Government, and his kindness and brilliance as a Professor left a very deep impression.

Mody Ndiaye

April 27, 2005

I remember Tom as a great teacher ; We were a group of 5 students coming from europ asia and africa he the first explained us how the US law system was working . I remember him doing his best for our integration in the school and wondering everytime if we were understanding. he is one of this man you can't forget for the good they have done. here in Ouest Africa (Sénégal ) I m praying for him for the rest of his soul

Indira Yogish

April 26, 2005

I am deeply shocked and saddened to hear about the passing of a very distinguished, learned and a noble soul like Professor Tom Sargentich. I had the good fortune to interact with him personally and found him to be very soft spoken and a thorough gentleman whose words of wisdom, thoughts and teaching would always remain etched in my mind.

I send my heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family. May God be with them at this sad moment and give them the strength to pull through this tragedy. May Professor Tom Sargentich's soul rest in peace.

Barbara Berschler

April 26, 2005

Prof. Sargentich was devoted to the Washington College of Law. His tireless dedication will be sorely missed.

Kevin Steinman

April 26, 2005

I was very saddened to hear of the passing of Tom. I was a student and a colleague in the Law & Government LLM program in which he played such a valuable role. I will remember him, in addition to his outstanding abilities as an educator, as a very kind and caring person who was always approachable and quick to share a laugh. In addition he will be remembered for his dedication to the law, the university and those students who were lucky enough to have the chance to know him.

Melissa Wagner

April 26, 2005

Dear Cat,

You will always be in my heart, especially in these hard times. I'm always here for you no matter how far away.

Love,

Melissa

Gunnar Johnson

April 26, 2005

I am very sorry to learn that Prof. Sargentich has passed away. He was my law school professor back in the early 1990. He was a wonderful teacher, and I am saddened by his loss.

Jen Zurowski

April 25, 2005

The Zurowskis are very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. You (Susan, Tom and Cat) are always, and will be family to us and are glad we've been able to share the holidays with you folks. Your ALL very special. With sympathy. Jen Zurowski

Debbie Goulish

April 24, 2005

Bob and I were so sorry to hear about Tom's death. Tom, Sue, and Cat were honored guests at our wedding. Sue is one of my dearest friends and my heart goes out to her. All in Tom's and Sue's families are in our thoughts and prayers.

Vivian Coss

April 24, 2005

I am deeply saddened by Tom's death. He brought a level of kindness, caring, and intelligence to this world that one does not often experience. I will miss him. Susan, Katherine, I pray that your sweet memories of him help you through this very difficult time.

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