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Thomas Collins Obituary
Thomas Patrick Collins Sr., age 77, of Trumbull, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 14, 2016, at his residence with his loving family by his side. He was the beloved husband of JoAnn (Licamele) Collins. Tom was born in Bridgeport on March 17, 1939, son of the late James and Bessie (McClure) Collins. As a boy he was an altar server at Blessed Sacrament, which he attended, followed by The University School in Bridgeport. Tom served his country with the United States Marine Corp. He was retired from the State of Connecticut as a Corrections Officer and was also the owner of Papa Joe's Deli in Bridgeport. Tom stayed very active traveling with friends and family on annual Super Bowl, golfing and casino trips, and spent the winter months at his home in Hallandale Beach, Florida. Tom also loved to cook. What he loved most was spending time with his grandchildren and watching their sporting events. In addition to his beloved wife JoAnn of 55 years, Tom is also survived by his son, Thomas Patrick Collins Jr. and wife Sonia of Trumbull, two daughters; Debra Ann Maffucci and husband Jay of Southport, and Kelly Montagna and husband Ted of Stratford, six grandchildren; Megan and Emily Collins of Trumbull, Jack and Danny Maffucci of Southport, and Ella and Nick Montagna of Stratford, one brother-in-law, Joseph Licamele Jr. and wife Marie of Milford, also several nieces and nephews. In addition to his beloved parents, Tom was also predeceased by two brothers; James and Robert and a sister, Elizabeth. Friends are invited to attend the Funeral on Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 9:00 AM DIRECTLY in St. Catherine of Siena Church, 200 Shelton Rd., Trumbull with a Mass of the Christian Burial. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull. Friends may call on Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM in The Parente-Lauro Funeral Home, 559 Washington Ave., Bridgeport. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the V.N.S Hospice, 12 Cambridge Dr., Trumbull CT 06611, in memory of Tom. To sign an online guest book or to send private condolences please visit www.parentelauro.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Collins
Sandra Terebesi
August 10, 2019
Dear JoAnn thinking of you today. Love Sandy
Tim Tyet
August 18, 2016
Kelly and family ,
Sorry for your loss,my thoughts are with you all.
August 17, 2016
To Jo-Ann and Family sorry to hear about Tom he was always fun to be around and always a good friend to everybody. We will keep him in our prays.
Al & Janet Wolfinger
Anthony & Sandy Petrizzi
August 17, 2016
JoAnn & family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Tom. We are proud to have called him friend for many years. Always looked forward to wishing him "Happy St. Patty's Day" with a card every year. We will still "toast" to him on that day. Tom will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
JOHN KARAFA
August 17, 2016
REST IN PEACE=TOM
Germana Pereira
August 17, 2016
I'm so so very sorry for the loss of your Dad - great man!! I know he is celebrating w/LG & Uncle Ray & everyone now.. Rest Easy Tom - Say hi to all my angels when you arrive!! May God give you strength through these difficult times.
Betty Waterman
August 17, 2016
It's a small world that I had the pleasure of knowing your dad and becoming friends with you and Teddy. You are truly blessed to have had such a great dad.He was so respected and loved by many.Cherish all those great memories, it will help you through these difficult times.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Betty Pastor Waterman
Terri DeRiso
August 17, 2016
Dear Collins family I am so sorry for your loss. My love to you all.
Jenifer Magliocco
August 16, 2016
I'm so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Please know that you and your family will be in my prayers. May God give you the strength you need to get through this difficult time.
August 16, 2016
WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU.
MR. AND MRS.ROGER FARKAS
August 16, 2016
So sorry to hear this Tom. Our prayers to all of you.
George and Rita Estrada
August 16, 2016
Dear Joanne and family are thoughts and prayers are with you . Love Marie and Craig Renz
Margie Goacobbe
August 16, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Tom was a great man. Sorry we are not going to be there for the services. Xoxo
Margie, Bobby, Briana, Kayla and Noah
Debbie and Craig Gallick
August 16, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with Tom and his family. I had the pleasure of working with Tom at BCC along with my husband. Tom was a seasoned veteran who took the time to train me when I was a "rookie." It was because of him and other veterans that I looked up to that gave me a successful career in Corrctions and I thank you. God bless you Tom
August 16, 2016
JoAnn and Family
So sorry to hear about Tom's Passing. I'm sorry we're not able to be with you in your time of Morning. Our thoughts and Prayers are with the entire Family.
Pete and Diane DeMonte (Las Vegas NV.)
Gregor Steger
August 16, 2016
So sorry for your loss. A good and decent man.
Juan Lopez
August 16, 2016
, Vaya con Dios !
Lynn Walytok
August 16, 2016
Kelly and Family I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lynn Walytok
Sandy & Fox Terebesi
August 16, 2016
Dear Joanne & Family: We are so sad to hear the passing of Tom he was such a caring, fun loving and special friend he will be sadly missed. Those in Spirit want you to remember them by their personality and way of life, they want you to smile knowing they are with you and finally pain free. All our love Fox & Sandy
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