Photo courtesy of Gilbertson Funeral Home and Cremation Service - Stanwood
Camano Island, Wa, Washington
Mar 21, 1938 – Apr 29, 2013
Thomas J. Petruzzi
Thomas Joseph Petruzzi, devoted husband, father, grandfather, and community servant passed away unexpectedly on the morning of April 29, 2013. Tom was born in Hazleton, Pennsylvania to Joseph and Mamie Petruzzi on March 21, 1938. He was raised in Hammonton, New Jersey and came to Washington State after joining the Air Force in 1957. He retired to Camano Island in 2000. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Maryke, and his daughters Donna (John) and Kathleen (Bob). He was beloved "O-Pop" to 7 wonderful grandchildren who were the light of his life: Alex, Aliena, Gabe, Sean, Annaliese, Jason, and Andrew. Tom was preceded in death by his sister Phyllis and his grandson Nathan.
Tom ended his 40-year career in finance as a senior vice-president for Washington Mutual. After retirement, he fulfilled his life-long ambition of completing his Bachelor's degree at Western Washington University (2006).
Tom was devoted to his family and his community. He committed his time and energy to public service and a variety of charities including: the Edmonds City Council, WWU Center for Pacific Northwest Studies, St. Vincent de Paul, St. Martin's Program for the Homeless, and St. Cecilia's Parish of Stanwood. He touched so many lives through his volunteer work.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday May 7th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Cecilia's Parish in Stanwood, with a Recitation of the Rosary at 10:00 and a reception following the Mass.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to: Society of St. Vincent de Paul, St. Cecilia Conference, and Stanwood, WA.
Our deepest sympathy to the Petruzzi family. We will sadly miss him at our annual class get together every year in Hammonton.
Sam Pietrofitta
May 14, 2013 | Bonita Springs, FL
Tom was a proud man....proud of his family, his relationships, his accomplishments and we were all the better for having had him in our lives.
We will miss you dear brother-in-law. You will forever remain in our hearts.
From Carla Hope and Lucy Bradshaw (sisters-in-law)
May 07, 2013
I'm very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was a wonderful co-worker of my father, Angelo Girone, for many many years. Last summer Tom sent a heartfelt letter to Angelo that was cherished for its compassion and sincerity. On behalf Angelo's daughters, Julie & Susan, please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. God bless you always.
Julie Girone
May 06, 2013 | Redmond, WA
Tom did great things for Edmonds and was a pleasure to have as a friend and neighbor. Politically he knew how to get to the heart of the matter and focus on what needs to be done. Our thoughts are with you Maryke and with the children. Tom will be missed.
Jeff Palmer
May 06, 2013 | Edmonds, WA
We will miss Tom, a kind and gentle man. He was especially caring and good with the clients of St. Vincent de Paul. May his soul rest in peace. Tom was a great brother Knight. Vivat Jesus! Gene and Mary Ellen Hewitson
Gene & Mary Ellen Hewitson
May 05, 2013 | Bellingham, WA
Tom Petruzzi was, first and foremost, a devout Catholic. We knew him to be a true gentleman in every sense of the word. He was an intellectual and a public servant that knew how to make things happen. And he was a friend. For all these reasons, we will miss him. Our deepest sympathies to Maryke and the family.
Jim & Linda Blossey
May 04, 2013 | Edmonds, WA
Tom was one of the first people we met after moving to Camano Island. We always found Tom to be a friendly, engaging and interesting person to be around. We count ourselves fortunate to have called Tom our friend. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to Maryke and the entire Petruzzi Family.
Love,
Donald and Jeree Lagoon
Donald and Jeree Lagoon
May 04, 2013 | Camano Island, WA
You touched many lives and created such great memories. Even after all these years, I still smile when I think of the fun caring person Tom was.
Margie Rougeot-LeRoux
May 03, 2013 | Buena Park, CA