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Thomas Zanin Obituary
GREAT BARRINGTON -- Thomas John Zanin, 54, of 1309 Harbor View Drive, Colington Harbour, N.C., died Nov. 27 at home.
Born in Housatonic on Jan. 7, 1952, son of John and Jacquelyn Gibbons Zanin, he graduated from Monument Mountain Regional High School in 1969.
Mr. Zanin was a sales representative and merchandiser for Mutual Distributing Co. Previously, he owned and operated Boulevard Printing in Washington, D.C. From there, he moved to the Outer Banks of North Carolina.
He enjoyed fishing and living on the Outer Banks.
Besides his wife, Jan Zanin, and his parents, of Housatonic, he leaves two sons, Brian Zanin of Lee and David Zanin of Great Barrington; two stepdaughters, Heather Estanol and Sarah Gregory; a brother, Michael Zanin of Housatonic; a grandson; three nieces; and two step-grandchildren.
FUNERAL NOTICE -- Thomas John Zanin died Monday, Nov. 27, 2006. A celebration service will be held Saturday, Dec. 9, at 10 at First Congregational Church, 4 Main St., Stockbridge. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge at P.O. Box 1696, Manteo, NC 27954. He was a friend to many, always there to lend a helping hand, and never met a stranger. His employment gave him the opportunity to meet someone new each day. He will missed by many. Tom leaves a grandson, Nicholas Zanin; two step-grandchildren, Alexa Estanol and Jackson Gregory; and three nieces, Heather Cross of Reheboth, Robyn Aloisi of New Marlborough, and Bethany Zanin of Great Barrington. TWIFORD COLONY CHAPEL of Manteo, N.C., is assisting the family. Visit www.twifordfh.com to sign the online register.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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jennifer van alphen (marconi)
December 7, 2006
brian i am so srry to hear about your dad. i just recently lost my dad too. he died of cancer on nov 12 i know what your going through. my thoughts are with you and your brother for i know what it is like to lose a parent.
Marion Doyle
December 7, 2006
Dear Jackie and Zip, I am so very sorry to hear of Tommy's passing.
You all are fondly remembered. May you take comfort in the Lord's Love and knowing that Tommy is now in a much better place than we are -- in the presence and embrace of our God Almighty.
With fond rememberances,
Marion Grossetti Doyle
December 7, 2006
Dear Zanin Family,
My mother and I are so sorry to hear about Tom's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Louise Sigoski, Nancy (Sigoski) Banach
Erin and Heidi Cooper
December 6, 2006
Brian, Monica, and David,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you and if you need anything please let us know.
With Deepest Sympathy
Love, Erin, Heidi and Ben
Mary Sturgis
December 6, 2006
Brian,Monica & David,
Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Five, Mary, Matt & Sydney
Kate & Peter Naylor
December 6, 2006
Mike: I am sorry to learn of your brother's death. I can only imagine your shock and sadness at losing your sibling. I know words don't help much at a time like this, but we wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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