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Thomas James Bernard Petosa
The world has lost a GREAT man, role model, hero and good friend to many. The man with a huge heart passed away unexpectedly from complications related to heart disease. Tom will never be forgotten. His family and friends will miss him immensely, but we take comfort in knowing that he is at peace with the Good Lord in Heaven.
As one of ten children in his large Italian Catholic family, Tom grew up in the Silver Lake/ Everett area. He graduated from Perpetual Help Grade School and attended Blanchet High School. At age 17, he joined the United States Navy and served aboard the U.S.S. Bon Homme Richard from 1961 to 1964. He enjoyed a successful, 40-year career as a Seattle-area independent grocer and is current owner of Petosa's Family Grocery in Edmonds.
Tom is survived by his wife of 38 years, Betty Jo; daughters, Selina Petosa-Boyle, and Elizabeth Petosa; son, Thomas (Charlie) Petosa; son-in-law, Ed Boyle; daughter-in-law, Anne Petosa; grandchildren, Travis Petosa Pigott, Aidan Boyle, Allie Boyle, Caroline Petosa, Charlie Petosa, Jr.; many nieces and nephews; sisters, Patricia Audette and Claire Rhodes; brothers, Fr. Joseph Petosa, Leo (Marina) Petosa, Nick Petosa, Robert Petosa, Michael (Jeanette) Petosa, and Vincent (Karen) Petosa.
He was preceded in death by brother, John Petosa; and parents, Michael and Mary Petosa.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, May 9, 2005, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 630 - 7th Avenue N., Edmonds.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Tom's honor to the American Heart Association, Pacific/ Mountain Affiliate, 1280 S. Parker Road, Denver, CO 80231.
Arrangements entrusted to Beck's Funeral Home, 425-771-1234.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Petosa
Doris Pearson
May 11, 2005
My heartfelt condolences to the Petosa family. Edmonds neighbor & customer. Sincerely,
Susan Coumaros
May 10, 2005
My love and condolences to a wonderfully warm Italian family that has given so much to their respective communities. Tom's friendly face and great smile will be missed.
Nancy Myers
May 9, 2005
My prayers are with all of your family and friends. My heart is heavy, but I know that Tom is resting peacefullly in Gods arms. God bless you Tom. You will be missed.
Doug & Reland
May 9, 2005
I was a great privilege and honor to know Tom. He will be greatly missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Tori Leever
May 8, 2005
Tom was a wonderful and well loved man! I truley enjoyed being a part of his family at the grocer! He and his family will always be in my thoughts and in my prayers!
Mike Reed
May 8, 2005
Tom will be missed so dearly. He was like a 2nd Dad to me. I will never forget him. My thoughts are with Betty Jo, Elizabeth, Selina, Charlie and the rest of the family. I love you all.
Sal Thompson
May 8, 2005
Dear Cousins,
Susan and I send our deepest sympathies and love to you.
We are keeping you in our prayers.
Jim O'Grady
May 7, 2005
To Fr. Joe and the entire Petosa clan: I was saddened to read about Tom's passing, and send my condolences to you all. The Petosas have contributed much to the fabric of a special corner of our world. May Tom rest in the peace which surpasses understanding.
David & Dorcus Harb
May 7, 2005
You will be so missed!
We hope you are up there playing rounds and rounds of golf and planting fields of gorgeous flowers. Our love to the family.
David & Dorcus Harb
May 7, 2005
You will be so missed! We just hope you are up there playing rounds and rounds of golf and planting fields of gorgeous flowers. Our love to the family.
norene lynch
May 7, 2005
tom was a great person to work for and will be truely missed by everyone that knew him
Bini
May 7, 2005
BJ, Selina, Charlie and family: I share your sadness at Tom's passing. He was a great man and loved so dearly by so many. I pray the Lord will grant you peace and comfort in these difficult days and that Tom has been welcomed into Heaven to watch over all of us.
Shaun Marie
May 6, 2005
You will forever be missed! Love Shaun Marie
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