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Thomas Klosiewicz Obituary
AGE: 67 • Wilmington
Thomas J. Klosiewicz Sr., a life-long resident of Wilmington, DE, died unexpectedly surrounded by his family on March 24, 2016 at the age of 67. Tom is survived by his wife, Joanne Christiana Klosiewicz; his children, Thomas J. Klosiewicz Jr. (Melanie), Kelly Smith (Doug), Amy Wharry (Dave), Denise Fay (Seth), and Jill Nagle; his siblings, Rita Klosiewicz, Robert Klosiewicz (Barbara), Elizabeth Rogerson (Harry), Rose Zarebicki (Michael), John Paul Klosiewicz, and Peter Klosiewicz; his grandchildren, Salvadore, Andy, Matt, JJ, Thomas, Sarah, Joseph, Ella, Thomas III, Emerson, Adeline, James, John, Avery, and Rowan; his in-laws Ginny Cheban (Ozzie), Thomas Christiana, and Lisa Brown (Ray); and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, Sigmund and Elizabeth Fraczkowski Klosiewicz; his grandson, Michael Galindez; and his nephew, Nicholas Klosiewicz. Tom was born in Wilmington, Delaware on March 7, 1949 to Sigmund and Elizabeth Klosiewicz.
A 1967 graduate of Wilmington High School, Tom proudly served in the United States Army, 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment "Blackhorse" in Vietnam from 1967 to 1969. His devotion to and love for his country was passed on to his family. Tom retired after more than 30 years of dedicated service to ICI/SPI Polyols, working at the Atlas Point site. After retirement, he greatly enjoyed working at Leon's Garden World. Tom cherished memories made at the family beach house with his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed fishing, especially time spent on his son's boat and his annual trip to Chincoteague. He also spent countless hours tending to his flower and vegetable gardens, always happy to share his harvest. He was a proud lifelong member of The Pulaski Legion, following in the footsteps of his father. Tom was a devoted husband, father, brother, Dziadzi and friend. He left us way too early, and he will be dearly missed. Tom's family would like to thank the medical staff of St. Francis Hospital ER and ICU for their unwavering care.
A viewing is scheduled for Wednesday evening, March 30, from 6-8pm at the CHARLES P. ARCARO FUNERAL HOME, 2309 Lancaster Avenue. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, March 31, at 10:30am at St. Hedwig Catholic Church, 408 S Harrison Street. Entombment will follow in Cathedral Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Michael Galindez Scholarship Fund at Aquila Inc., 1812 Newport Gap Pike, Wilmington, DE 19808 or The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, 2600 Virginia Ave NW #104, Washington, DC 20037.
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Michael Rogerson
March 22, 2020
Uncle Tom I miss you so much hope you are @ peace. Love you and miss you.
Joe Doldan
April 9, 2016
I worked at Atlas point for almost 35 years and worked with Tom, he was a good and fair person to work for and like others have said he will be remembered for the big smile great sense of humor. He will be missed by all that knew him.
Carolyn Cattafi
April 7, 2016
Dear Joanne and family,
I have been a neighbor across the street in Bay Harbor for 6 years, and although I didn't know your family, I did see Tom working on his property in the front occasionally and just waved. I am truly sorry for your sudden loss. His smile surely conveys the warm and loving person he was. I pray that you and your family will find comfort during this coming year - which will be very difficult (speaking from experience). Please accept my sympathies to all, and Blessings!
Sincerely,
Ms. Carolyn Cattafi
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Michael Rogerson
April 1, 2016
Uncle Tom you are missed by many and loved my many rest in peace we all we keep you close to our hearts.
Love Your Nephew,
Anthony Comero
March 31, 2016
Dear Joanne and family Jennifer and I are so sorry to hear of Tom`s passing.Tom ,We will miss you,but never forget YOU. Tom u r one of the greatest friends anyone could ever have.May GOD be with you and your family. All our LOVE and Prays, JEN and TONY COMERO, Rehoboth beach,De
Kevin Kelley
March 31, 2016
My family and I am are saddened by the loss of your loved one. He was a proud resident of Hedgeville and I blessed to have known him.
Judy Kolessar
March 31, 2016
Joanne and family...my heartfelt condolences for you loss of Tom. I pray that your memories bring you peace and the love of your family and friends bring you strength.
Diana and Rick Rykaczewski
March 30, 2016
Joanne,no words can take away this pain in your heart. All I can do for you and your family is pray. So sorry....
Pat Williams
March 30, 2016
Dear Joanne, Jill and family;
Tom and I were very sorry to hear of Tom's passing.
We will remember him with that beaming smile and warm friendship.
Pat H. Williams and Tom Williams
Gale Duncan
March 30, 2016
Dear Joanne and family
So very sorry about Tom's sudden illness n death. He was always a smiling n caring man..such a loss.
Many prayers for you n yours
Gale,Robby Taylor Duncan
Nancy Berg
March 30, 2016
Dear Joanne & family - I am so sorry to hear this. I can't imagine what you are going through. But I do know that Tom's love and memories will fill your heart forever. He is with you always.
Carol Succarotte Daniels
March 30, 2016
To John and all the family, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you during this sad time.
ken smyk
March 29, 2016
tom was a good friend and neighbor. we had many good talks over the fence and a few beers. he was a good person who always put others first.
March 29, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I know Tom from the neighbor hood as well as St. Hedwig's and Pulaski Legion. I will miss Tom as many other people who knew Tom.
Peace and Comfort
Ed Ochar
Tina Marra Sniadowski
March 29, 2016
I have no words to explain my feelings about Toms passing. He was a wonderful person with a beautiful smile. RIP
Anthony Cichocki
March 29, 2016
TK our prays are with you and your family
Fran Maloney
March 29, 2016
My condolences go out to Tom's family and friends. I had the pleasure of working with Tom at Atlas Point for a number of years. He was a good person and coworker. You have many reasons to be proud of Tom. May he rest in peace.
Beverly Hardy
March 29, 2016
I am so sorry to hear about Tom. He was definitely one of the nicest people I have ever met. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. I am sure he will be dearly missed. RIP Tom.
Terry & Joanne Koston
March 29, 2016
Bob,
We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Terry & Joanne
March 28, 2016
Sincere condolences goes out to the Klosiewicz family for your sad loss. May GOD be with the family as you mourn your loss.
Marty & Debbie Basara
March 28, 2016
To all Tom's family.
Words can not express how much we feel for all of you. We have known Tom forever. We cherish all the old memeroies that we keep close in our hearts. We loved Tom and all though we were not able to see him as much as we would have liked to he will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with all of you.
Jimmy Cherico
March 28, 2016
Won't be the same coming into Pulaski club and not seeing you Rebel!!
Joanne & family, Our deepest sympathy. Sorry for your loss.. May GOD help you pull strength as you grieve.
Jimmy & Susan Cherico
Austin & Judy Govin
March 28, 2016
TK. Very sorry for your lost. We are here for you at anytime, so please don't hesitate.
Tim & Lori Lukk
March 28, 2016
I'm sure going to miss you "Roomie". You were a true friend and a great man Reb.
Joanne, our thoughts and prayers and with you and your family.
Judi DiFrancesco
March 28, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Judi & Danny
Michelle DeNault
March 28, 2016
So sorry for your loss Joanne.
Kim Wipf
March 28, 2016
Joanne and Peter,
My thoughts and prayers go out to both of you. I will miss Tom's smiling face when I visit Leon's. I know he loved his family very much and will be deeply missed. Prayers to you all.
Dave McCarter
March 28, 2016
Joanne,
Mary & I are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing away.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dave McCarter
March 28, 2016
Fond memories of Tom/Reb as a great guy at West End Park when we were teenagers. Sincere condolences to family. Jerry Tomczyk
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