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Thomas Franz Obituary
He was born June 13, 1934, to the late Edward and Mary (Koval) Franz. Tom was in the U.S. Airforce for over 20 years working as an air weapons commander. He retired as a Lt. Colonel. Tom was stationed all over the world and would always bring back trinkets to his niece's delight. After retirement, he moved back to the family farm. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. His passions were watching UConn sports, fishing, skiing, and gardening. His devotion to giving back to the community was selfless financially and with his time. His quick wit and dancing the jig will be sadly missed.
Thomas is survived by his nieces Marylou Breen and Patricia Breen; his best friend Joan; and his American Legion friends. He was preceded in death by his sister Arlene (Franz) Paquette.
His family would like to thank his care workers - Donna, his late-night confidante, Wendy, his reading buddy, Erika, and also his sleeping companion, Morse the cat.
Tom's family will have a burial at 10 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 8, 2021, at Nathan Hale Cemetery in Coventry.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the American Legion in Coventry.
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Bob Prinz
December 31, 2022
Two years and three days later I received an email to add comments and memories for Tom. Normally I would not do this but it was coincidental that the UConn women Basketball Team played today and throughout the game (and all previous games) I would think of Tom as we watched the women play through the years and how he would be so excited as they continued to win. I shared those feelings with him and continue to share them today. I know he is watching and enjoys it all. Coventry is no longer the same
Bob Prinz
March 12, 2021
Sorry I missed an expected visit, but the pandemic did not allow travel. I will miss our talks and reminiscing about family and friends, UConn sports and especially the women's basketball teams. It will be strange when I am in Coventry not to make the trip to Flanders Road. You lived a great life - Rest in Peace! Your Cousin Bob
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