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Thomas Du Bois Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 17, 2025.

Thomas Carson "Tom" Du Bois, 82, passed away on February 13, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida.

Born on August 6, 1942, in Oneida, New York, Tom was baptized at St. Patrick Catholic Church and remained devoted to his faith throughout his life. He later worshiped at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Jacksonville, Florida.

Tom attended St. Patrick Elementary School before continuing his education at Oneida Junior High and Oneida High School class of1960. Following his graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy and served honorably from 1960 to 1964 as an aviation electrical and fire control specialist aboard the aircraft carrier USS Franklin D. Roosevelt with 2 tours of duty in the Atlantic and Mediterranean. After completing his military service, he embarked on a career installing electrical and audiovisual systems throughout the Eastern Seaboard.

A man of kindness and humility, Tom cherished staying connected with family and friends through the Internet and FaceTime. His warmth and dedication to those he loved were evident in every conversation he shared.

Tom is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Maryann; his son, Darin; daughter-in-law, Jessica; and granddaughter, Hadley all of whom tirelessly cared for him over the past several years. He is also survived by his siblings: Diane Kiefer; Edward (Christine) Du Bois; Patricia (Harry) Oster; Joe (Ann) Du Bois; Jeannine (Bob) Bohrer and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Arlene Du Bois.

A Memorial Mass will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Blvd in Jacksonville,

at a time to be determined.

Tom's memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him.

May he rest in peace.

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February 22, 2025

Edward DuBois posted to the memorial.

February 21, 2025

Patricia (Du Bois) Oster posted to the memorial.

February 19, 2025

Robert D'Angelo posted to the memorial.

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Edward DuBois

February 22, 2025

Tom was not only our brother, he was our hero. He always had a positive outlook on life and never complained. This world is a lesser place without Tom. I know Tom is with the good Lord today. We will never forget Tom DuBois. The Dubois family

Patricia (Du Bois) Oster

February 21, 2025

Many thanks to all who posted such heartfelt notes in the guest book. The family is grateful for all of you.
Memorial Mass dates and locations:
Sacred Heart Catholic Church Blanding Blvd., Jacksonville on May 2 at 8:15 AM.
St. Joseph Catholic Church, Oneida, NY on June 22, at 10:45AM.

Robert D'Angelo

February 19, 2025

There's a bunch of people (now in our 60's) who benefitted greatly as we were trying to find our ways in life at American High School in Dade County. FL. Tom was a great "teacher" too. He shared his life lessons and his smile to make a positive influence on many young people. My 40-year career in broadcast television was a direct result of Tom's influence and the exposure gained through the audio/visual experience in high school. He encouraged our creativity. Tom later became a great friend. Oh, the stories created and fun we had. A great man who positively influenced high school kids more than anyone would imagine. Mary Ann, thank you for putting up with me a some of the others by welcoming us into your home. Please be sure to reach out when plans are set. It would be an honor to attend and share the respect Tom showed me when I certainly did not deserve it. He positively impacts my life to this day.

Phyllis I McCoy

February 19, 2025

Cecil and I are thinking of you very much, Mary Ann and Darin and Jessica and Hadley. If we were there, we'd surely be giving you lots of XOXO, but since we're not there we are sending them this way. We are also saying many prayers for you all and also Tom's family who also loved him very much. Cecil has been friends with Tom since the beginning of their Navy days and Tom was the one who did all the work of finding the navy buddies and bringing everyone together. And so the wives also met and, because of Tome, we have become good friends, too! And now, Tom is up in heaven happily celebrating his reunion with the other three who got there before him! May GOD bring peace to the hearts of all Tom's family and friends when the time is right for everyone! We all loved Tom!