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Thomas Martin Obituary
AGE: 56 • Fair Haven
Thomas J. Martin Jr., 56, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 10, 2011, at Riverview Medical Center, Red Bank. He was born in Fair Haven and graduated from Christian Brothers Academy in 1972. In 1976, he earned an S.B in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He earned an MS in Industrial Administration (MBA) from Carnegie Mellon University in 1978. He was a Vice President of Arthur D. Little, the management consulting firm in Cambridge, MA, where he ran the Artificial Intelligence practice in Operations Research from 1978 to 1990. From 1990 to the present, he was the Vice President of C.P Test Services- Valvco, Inc. of Kearny, a manufacturer of engineering products which sells to utilities and municipalities worldwide. Tom was a member of Navesink Country Club, Sands Beach Club, the Church of the Nativity in Fair Haven and a class officer in the MIT Alumni Association. His interest in his daughter's activities and life led him to become a member of the Skating Committee at Navesink Country Club, a Board member of the Garden State Skating Club, and an Executive Board member of the Ranney School Parents' Association. He was also an avid wine enthusiast, running the Wine Auction at the Ranney School Panther Ball for many years.
Thomas was predeceased by his father, Thomas J. Martin. He is survived by his mother, Joleen; and his loving wife of 30 years, Carol. He was the devoted and loving father of one daughter, Elizabeth. He has three younger brothers, Glenn of Englewood Cliffs, Laurance "Chip" of Rumson, and Marc of Vienna, Va.
Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, 2011 at the John E. Day Funeral Home, 85 Riverside Ave., Red Bank. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 14, 2011 at The Church of the Nativity, Fair Haven. Interment will remain private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Ranney School, 235 Hope Road, Tinton Falls, NJ 07724, where a Memorial Fund will be established in his honor. Please visit Thomas's memorial website available at www.johnedayfuneralhome.com.
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Ninamarie Maragioglio
December 12, 2011
Carol, I was so saddened to hear of Tom's death. Your family is in my prayers. Wishing you strength and peace as the holidays approach.
Pam Salmon
November 16, 2011
I can't imagine a summer at Sands Beach Club without Tom's wonderful stories about Elizabeth. I feel like I watched both of our daughters grow up with wonderful words of wisdom from him. We will all miss you!
Peter, Pam and Margit
David McClutchy
November 16, 2011
Aunt Carol,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss Uncle Todd Was a Great man and I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom Willis
November 14, 2011
Carol - I was deeply saddened to learn of your husband's passing. The hearts of your former colleagues at AT&T Labs go out to you and your family during this difficult time.
November 14, 2011
We are truly sorry to hear of the passing of such a kind person. All our thoughts and prayers to the family.
Galaxy Freight Service Ltd.
Susan White
November 13, 2011
Wow,A Real Shock...What can I say...Tom I remember was such a loving father and so interested in his daughters skating. He was always so kind to everyone. I can still see him in my minds eye on his PC at the rink. I Know my daughter and I will always remember him. Yes we were better for having known him. God has another Strong and Caring Angel he brought home to Rest in Peace with The Lord...Gone Too Soon
paul cirigliano
November 12, 2011
Although I only knew Tom a few short years, it was always a pleasure to sit with him at lunch and talk about our favorite subject, our daughters.
Common ground for proud Dad's, and no one was prouder than Tom.
I know I am a better person for having known Tom and although I will miss him, I'll never forget his thoughtfullness and sincerity in the 'everyday conversations we had.
Paul Cirigliano
Mauro Casci
November 12, 2011
Tom, you were a gentle, caring person who never displayed anything but a positive attitude in all your endeavors. We are all the better for having known you. Requiescat in pace, my friend.
Lucy Amaro
November 12, 2011
Tom you were a true gentleman. I will dearly miss you and our great conversations. I'm so honored to spend some time with you. Rest in peace my friend!
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