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Thomas Licciardi Obituary
Boonton Twp. - Thomas A. Licciardi, Sr., 86, passed away on July 26, at his summer cottage in Chatham, Mass., surrounded by his loving wife of 61 years, Paula, and their seven children, Frederick (Giuseppina), Thomas, Jr. (Tonia), Pia (Mark), Christopher (Carina), Marc (Joanna), Gregory (Kristen) and Kevin (Jessica).
Thomas was born in Garfield, NJ, on December 16, 1933, the youngest child of Gaitano and Mildred Licciardi. He graduated from Garfield High School and Seton Hall University, before embarking on an illustrious career in real estate and construction. He founded and owned Town & Country Real Estate, in Denville, NJ. One of Thomas's crowning achievements was the prize-winning conversion of the Community Methodist Church of Denville into condominiums in 1986 with his partner and dear friend Paul Mannherz. He later was a successful agent for Weichert, Bergdorff, Remax, and most recently the Mountain Lakes office of Coldwell Banker. Thomas served as an active member of the Rotary Club of Denville and the Chamber of Commerce of Boonton, where he inspired the construction of the Grace Lord Park Gazebo.
Thomas was an instant friend to all those who met him. His smile was magnetic and his laugh contagious. Known for his compassion, empathy and integrity, his guidance was often sought by family and friends alike. A true renaissance man, he enjoyed painting and playing the saxophone and clarinet.
Thomas was inseparable from his wife, Paula, whom he adored. At a young age, he swept her off her feet and never put her down. They danced, dined, traveled and read together.
In addition to his wife and children, Thomas was the proud Nonno, Pa and Pizza Pa to 25 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren.
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Memories and Condolences
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Chris & Ron Gentile
November 24, 2020
Dear Tom
You were a good friend, and will be missed
Ron & Chris Gentile
Leslie Hogh
August 3, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. He was a great man....Always so nice....Love, Leslie Heissenbuttel Hogh
The Schuhrers
July 29, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Loved to see your smiling face on facebook with Toni and Tom I know you were an amazing dad because you had an amazing family! God Bless !
Enid Davis
July 29, 2020
My deepest sympathies to the Licciardi family. Working with Tom was a joy. He brought so much fun and positivity into our office. He called me his “yiddisha mama”. Loved that. May his memory be a blessing
Pete and Debbie Aiello
July 29, 2020
Very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Sharon
July 29, 2020
Never thought that another man could ever come close to touching my heart like my own Dad. Then comes along, Dad Licciardi. His goodness and Zest for life was contagious to anyone who met him. He was there for you, without you even asking him to be. I feel extremely privileged to have had him in my life, but even more privileged to know that my son Nicholas has his blood running through his veins. I will forever keep his guidance, love, and memories in my heart. You will truly be missed Dad, I love you❤
Zarina Durrani
July 29, 2020
My heartfelt condolences to the extended Licciardi family on the loss of your dearly loved one. May his memory be a blessing.
Laurie Becker
July 29, 2020
Back in 1980 we were 3 kids from California new to the area and looking for our first house. He was so wonderful and supportive as our realtor. Remember the old station wagon and our celebratory lunch at the old Black Bull. God bless him and his family.
Luca Licciardi
July 29, 2020
A Great Life... Rip
Terri & Jerry Shiffer
July 28, 2020
Nonno always treated us like part of the family. I’ll never forget the times we spent with him. He had an appreciation for life, and an infectious joy at things most of us take for granted. I am blessed to have known him, and so grateful to his family for sharing him with us.
Susan Madden
July 28, 2020
I send my deepest condolences to Paula, Pia, and the entire Licciardi family on the loss of this great man, a devoted husband and father. His warm and positive spirit touched so many people. He left an indelible impression on all who met him. He was one of the happiest and most positive people I have ever met and he lifted up anyone in his presence. I hope that his sunny spirit will continue to shine down on his family and friends from above. RIP Tom.
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