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Thomas W. VanLenten

Ridgefield, Connecticut

1934 - 2024

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Thomas W. Van LentenThomas W. Van Lenten passed away peacefully on May 23, 2024, at his home in Ridgefield, CT, at the age of 90. Tom was born on April 4, 1934, in Paterson, NJ, the son of Agnes and Walter Van Lenten, longtime residents of Danbury, CT. His family moved to Danbury in 1939, and he...

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I will always carry memories of Tom in my heart. He had the answers no matter what. Tom you will be missed.

Tom was a friend to everyone he met. He will be deeply missed.

I was deeply sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was an accomplished attorney, gentleman and friend. He will be missed. My condolences to his family.

Very sad to hear of Tom's passing. He was not only counsel for my Dad 's construction firm, but a friend of our family as well. He was an excellent and hard working lawyer and always a trusted advisor. I had not seen him in 20 years since moving to Florida, but I had the extreme pleasure to speak to him about a personal legal matter about 6 months ago. We spent an hour on the phone, 10 minutes for advise about my issue and the other 50 minutes chatting about the "old Danbury" ...

My heart breaks to read this sad news. Tommy was one of the best ever and he will be missed by many. My most sincere condolences to the entire family. May the memories help carry you through. Rest easy.

It is heartbreaking to lose such a dear man. I am grateful to have known him. Get some rest now Tommy.

Tom VanLenten was the ultimate lawyer´s lawyer who viewed the practice as a profession and a passion and not just a way to earn money. I was fortunate enough to have been mentored by Tom and what he taught me was invaluable. Tom was ethical, earnest, and a legal genius . He also was a wonderful man and friend. His loss will be felt by many. My condolences to John and family.

I´m very sorry to hear about his passing. My condolences to all of you.

My condolences to the VanLenten family. Tom was a friend for many decades. He was a well known and respected member of several gyms in addition to his legal and civic background. Always a proud military veteran. RIP my friend.