Name: Viewing for Thomas L. Froio
Start: 2016-12-15T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-12-16T01:00:00.000Z
Location: James J. Terry Funeral Home - Downington

Thomas L. Froio of West Chester Thomas L. Froio, 65, passed away on Monday, December 12, 2016 at Paoli Hospital after an unexpected illness. He was the beloved husband of Kimberly Ann Howard Froio, with whom he shared 40 years of marriage. Born in Blue Island, Illinois, he was the son of Rev. Deacon Lawrence P. Froio and the late Suzanne J. Matzinger Froio. Tom graduated from Great Valley High School in 1969, and St. Joseph’s University in 1973. In college, he was the first person ever to achieve academic All-America® honors for St. Joe’s in baseball. He was also inducted into the West Chester Adult Baseball League Hall of Fame in 1997. He worked for Conrail for 19 years as a controller and then went on to pursue private consultant work. He was employed by Mannington Mills in Madison, Georgia up until the time of his passing. Tom was often seen on the sideline as a coach for his children, with West Chester United Soccer Club, West Side Little League, Babe Ruth League and Exton American Legion. He enjoyed many years of bowling with the Howard’s Auto Parts team on Friday nights. He was an avid Philadelphia sports fan, and also of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Tom always did whatever he could to support his family. He was a loving son, husband, father, grandfather and brother. In addition to his wife and father, Tom is survived by his six children, Vincent (Megan), Daniel, Gregory (Danielle), Krista (Matthew) Houpt, Anthony and Nicholas; and five grandchildren, Brayden, Luca, Matilyn, Gianna and Hudson. He is also survived by his brothers, Joseph (Donna) and Michael (Ann) and a host of in-laws, nieces and nephews. In addition to his mother, he was predeceased by his father-in-law, Clifford Howard, and mother-in-law, Nancy Shank Howard. An evening viewing will be held from 5:00-8:00 pm, Thursday, December 15, 2016 and again from 8:30-9:45 am, Friday, December 16, 2016 at the James J. Terry Funeral Home, 736 E. Lancaster Avenue, Downingtown. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, December 16, 2016 at St. Patrick Church, 104 Channing Avenue, Malvern. Interment will be in Philadelphia Memorial Park, Frazer. Tom was a great supporter of his wife with Parkinson’s disease; memorial contributions may be made in his name to Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Center Fund at Jefferson at www.advancement.jefferson.edu/memorialgiving or mail to Office of Institutional Advancement, 125 S. Ninth Street, Suite 600, Philadelphia, Pa 19107. To send online condolences, please visit www.jamesterryfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Daily Local from Dec. 13 to Dec. 14, 2016.

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Bill Miller

April 16, 2018

I've just leaned about this. I was inducted into St Joe's Baseball Hall of Fame in April 2016. I met up with several teammates from St Joes from that time period. Was hoping that I would see Tom there.

Have great memories of him as a classmate and teammate. He was a great defensive catcher and clutch hitter.

Wish I had maintained contact with him after graduating St Joe's in 1973.

January 17, 2017

Dearest Kim and Family, We were so saddened to hear about Tom's passing. We were at the St. Joe's Baseball Hall of Fame Induction this past Saturday evening, January 14th when we received the sad news from Harry Booth, Rick and Tom's coach from St. Joes. Rick was being inducted and had memories in his speech about dear Tom, whom we both remember with such fondness. Even after hearing the sad news, Rick wanted to "honor" Tom by keeping those words in his speech. So, many, many dear people were talking about your Tom. Rick had a lot of cute, funny stories to tell about the things Tom would say to him to calm him down when Rick was on the mound and Tom was behind the plate. How I wish you could have been there....but, in truth, both you and Tom were in the thoughts and prayers of many St. Joe's grads, all of whom reminisced about Tom with his humor and humanity. Please know that you, Vince ( whom we remember from Richmond, where our son, Tim, played ball with him ), and all of your dear kids are in our every thought and prayer. We cannot imagine this world without Tom and as Earth has lost a dear soul, Heaven has gained one. May God bless you with some measure of peace and joy and know that so many out there loved Tom so much. Love and sympathy, Rick and Becky Stauffer and Family Saratoga Springs, NY

Dan Rubbo

December 25, 2016

Condolences to his family. Tom & I were classmates and teammates while at Great Valley HS. We had such good times there. It seems like only yesterday that we were on The ballfield Together. He will be greatly missed and in Our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Dan Rubbo and family.

December 20, 2016

May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this sad time Psalms 29:11

Deborah and Tom Schmidt

December 17, 2016

Our deepest sympathies to the Froio family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

December 15, 2016

My deepest sympathies to all Tom's family. I had the privilege to be at Conrail with
Tom. He was a man of integrity and in my working with him he had the wonderful ability to have fun in getting the job done. I will remember all of you in my prayers. Ray Carlin

Paulette and Dick Bonistalli

December 15, 2016

Kim and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great sorrow. We are truly saddened to hear about Tom's passing.

Tom and Jane Breslin

December 15, 2016

Dear Kim and the Froio Family,
Our heartfelt condolences to everyone on your loss. Our memories are deep. So many thoughts about Tom and his commitment to the West Chester United Soccer Club, team Hawks - the extraordinary time dedicated to the sport, the camaraderie he fostered amongst our sons, and the parental team spirit he helped develop through his exemplary efforts. Although the days of us watching the games and cheering for our sons on the pitch are long gone, the memories will remain with us forever. Sending our love and thoughts to all.

BONNIE WALTON

December 15, 2016

DEAR DEACON LARRY,
THE GIRLS AND I WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND OUR SPECIAL CONDOLENCES TO YOU IN THE LOSS OF TOM. LIKE KIRA SAID, "HE IS REUNITED WITH HIS MOM". YOU ARE ALWAYS IN OUR PRAYERS AND WE LOVE YOU.
GOD BLESS,
BONNIE,KIRA,GRACE

Nancy DiTeodoro

December 14, 2016

Dear Kim and Family,
Keeping you close to my heart and in my prayers.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Nancy DiTeodoro

Ptricia Dudas

December 14, 2016

Deacon Larry,

We are so sorry to hear the news of your son's passing. Please know that your entire family will be in our prayers. You always spoke so lovingly of your children and we know that he is with God now. God bless you.

Love, Mike, Trish and family

Rick Margin

December 14, 2016

Tom and I were together in General Wayne and Great Valley graduating together in '69. Played football with him as well. So sorry to hear of his passing and please accept my deepest condolences.

Tina Mancini-Gabel

December 14, 2016

Kim,Deacon Froio and the entire family:

I was saddened to hear the loss of Tommy, my brother and him were very good friends and went to school together since first grade. My heart aches for the entire family, I am very sorry for your loss. Memories are the legacy of love, hold on to them and let them guide you during this time of sadness. Kind hearted, loving and caring, just some of Tommy's amazing qualities. He will truly be missed and was a blessing to everyone that knew him. With deepest sympathy.

Maureen Szymura

December 14, 2016

Kim
My thoughts are with you and your family.
Warm Regards,
Maureen Szymura

Douglas and Theresa Neatrour

December 14, 2016

We will pray for the repose of the soul of Tom. He will be missed.

Donna Ciammetti

December 14, 2016

Kim and family: I was so saddened to hear of Tom's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very sad time. May you find peace in your memories.

Hal Ziegler

December 14, 2016

We are truly sadden to hear about Tom's passing, at a time like this words seem to fail.....Zig and I have wonderful memories of those days of our guys playing baseball at Hoopes Park, and the fun we truly had... Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you Kim and your family through this difficult time, and may you find peace and comfort in the loving memories you so cherish and treasure.

With Heartfelt Sympathy ♥

The Ziegler's
Zig and Debbie

Sharon Connor

December 14, 2016

My thoughts and prayers to the Froio family. Tom was such a family guy and so proud of his family. Played baseball with my brothers growing up. Enjoyed eating dinner with him and his dad at Venices Pizza on Friday nights and talking about the good old days. RIP Tom you will be missed by all who knew you. My thoughts and prayers to you all through the difficult days ahead. God Bless.

BONNIE WALTON

December 14, 2016

MAY THE LOVE OF GOD COMFORT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS VERY SORROWFUL TIME. ALL OF YOU ARE OUR PRAYERS.
GOD BLESS,
BONNIE WALTON & FAMILY

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