Thomas Benjamin Davis

Thomas Benjamin Davis obituary, Runnemede, NJ

Thomas Benjamin Davis

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126 South Black Horse Pike, Runnemede, NJ 08078

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Thomas Davis Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gardner Funeral Home, Runnemede on Jan. 23, 2026.
Thomas Benjamin Davis, 76 years old, of Runnemede, NJ, entered into eternal rest on January 18, 2026. He is survived by his loving partner of 31 years, Antionette Coleman, brothers Bill (Maryann), Mike (Angela) and Ben (Kelly), son Francis Thomas Pantano and step-children George, Devon, Ivory and Ebony, brother-in-law Donyell, sisters-in-law JoAnna and Lisa (Troy). As well as many caring nephews, nieces, cousins and extended family members.
Tom grew up in Bellmawr, NJ. He attended Annunciation Elementary School and Gloucester Catholic High School, graduating in 1967. He then attended LaSalle University and Rutgers University obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting in 1973.
Tom was an avid bowler, He also loved boating, water skiing, going to the beach and spending time with family and friends. Tom called his favorite boat the Frick-n-Frack (later renamed the Bean Counters); which he docked in Somers Point, NJ and spent many enjoyable summer weekends on it.
Tom loved his work and never retired. He worked at Kirkbride Center in Philadelphia for many years, most recently in the position of Chief Financial Officer. His prior employer, for over 20 years, was the Philadelphia Insurance Company in Bala Cynwyd, PA.
There will be a viewing from 10am to 12pm on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE. Funeral service at 12pm. Interment is private at the request of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tom's memory to Gloucester Catholic High School, 333 Ridgeway Street, Gloucester City, NJ 08030, Attention: Pat Murphy

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Upcoming Events

Jan

31

Service

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Gardner Funeral Home - Runnemede

126 South Black Horse Pike, Runnemede, NJ 08078

Send Flowers

Jan

31

Funeral service

12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Gardner Funeral Home - Runnemede

126 South Black Horse Pike, Runnemede, NJ 08078

Send Flowers