Thomas Kracinovich

 

Weatherhead Young Funeral Home - 885 Mantoloking Rd. Brick, NJ 08723

Thomas Kracinovich Sr, age 87 of Hayes, VA died on Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at Riverside Walter Reed Hospital in Gloucester Courthouse, VA. He was born in Simpson, PA and lived in Brick, NJ, Leonardtown, MD, and Urbanna, VA before moving to Hayes, VA in 2018. He was employed for many years as a Manager at Goodyear Automotive Service Center in Brick and Vespia Tire and Auto Service Centers; retiring in 2009. He was a Veteran proudly serving his country for four years in the US Air Force, including Thule AFB in Greenland.   He was a member of the Elks, American Legion, and the Moose Lodge.  He enjoyed traveling, sporting events, and spending time with his family. As the son of immigrant coal miner, Tom worked hard to provide for his family and saw all three of his sons graduate from college and pursue successful careers. Those who knew him were impressed by Tom’s gregarious nature and acceptance of all he met, regardless of their race, faith, or background. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 47 years, Seraphia Molinaro Kracinovich in 2004, by his brother, Peter and his five sisters, Anna, Tina, Julia, and Mary.  He is survived by his loving sons, Thomas Jr. and his wife, Donna of Brick, NJ, Stephen and his wife, Jeanne of Leonardtown, MD and their son and daughter, Robert and his wife, Stacey of Hopedale, MA and their four sons. He is also survived by his sister, Melica Murphy of Vienna, VA. At this time, all services will be private. Weatherhead Young Funeral Home in Brick is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions can be made in his honor to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Fisher House for military families or the American Cancer Society. To send condolences to the family please visit: www.weatherheadyoung.com