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Thomas A. Centofanti

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Thomas A. Centofanti obituary, 1949-2025

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1949

DIED

2025

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Mass Of Christian Burial

Nov. 22, 2025

11:00 a.m.

St. Gabriel Church

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Thomas Centofanti Obituary

Centofanti, Thomas A.

Apr 22, 1949 - Oct 16, 2025

Born in Niagara Falls to the late Albert and Mildred (nee Silvey) Centofanti. He graduated Bishop Duffy High School, received his Bachelors and Master Degrees from University of Buffalo. Tom was a Phys Ed and Health Teacher with Buffalo Schools for over 32 years. He coached football, bowling and cross country track. Tom was a superstar in football earning a scholarship to UB. He enjoyed gardening, making wine and traveling with his loving wife of 35 years, Cindy, numerous trips to the Caribbean, Mexico, Europe and many cruises. They were known as the "Dream Team". In addition to his wife, Cynthia (nee Hadley) Centofanti, he is survived by his two sisters, Jean Calabrese, Mary Centofanti and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews; Tom was predeceased by his brother, Albert (Marilyn) Centofanti and sister, Margaret (Michael) Piecuil. No prior visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 AM on Saturday, November 22nd at St. Gabriel Church, 5271 Clinton St., Elma. Arrangements by AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC. (716) 836-6500. Share condolences at www.AMIGONE.com

Published by Buffalo News on Nov. 16, 2025.

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Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

St. Gabriel Church

5271 Clinton St., Elma, NY

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