Thomas H. Patten

We have lived across the street from Tom for eight years. Nearly every day we had some interaction with him even if only a friendly wave when leaving for work or when he and Nanuk were out for their walk.
We had frequent conversations.

In all that time I never heard him speak a bad word about anyone.

He ALWAYS had a friendly word and smile and some words to chuckle over.

He gave my wife a sense of comfort and safety by being present when I was off to...

Thomas was a high school classmate of mine. We went separate ways after graduation in 1972, but I remember hopping on a bus from Boston to New London one night, years later, and Thomas was on it. I hadn't seen him him in years, but he told me all about his experiences down on the Antarctic Ice, and I was fascinated. I am so sorry he is gone. My thoughts are with his family in this time of loss.

Tommy was a really good friend. I would ask advice from him sometimes, he probably saved my life. He always joked with me that I was an old lady, my birthday was 3 days before his. Tommy had a really good sense of humor. I have moved out of state but have thought of him often. See you again someday in Heaven.

Tommy always stopped and talked with us. He always seemed to smile and make life brighter. Rest easy, fly with the angels. Until we meet again.

You will be missed by so many ,Tommy ,it would make you blush. I feel so blessed to have been your coworker at Dead River.. and your friend.

We’ve only lived in S. Sutton for a short time, but I’d stop and chat with Tom and Nanuck whenever I saw them on their walks. He loved his pup and always thanked me for saying hi.
The pleasure was all mine Tom. I’ll miss seeing you both.

Tommy we had our differences but if I needed anything you were there. RIP

Heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you.