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Thomas L. Natolly

1937 - 2025

Thomas L. Natolly obituary, 1937-2025, Millville, MD

BORN

1937

DIED

2025

Thomas Natolly Obituary

Thomas L. Natolly, age 88, of Millville, DE, formerly of Frostburg, MD, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family in the comfort of his home.

Born on January 5, 1937, in Frostburg, MD, he was the son of the late Thomas Philip Natolly and the late Helen (Kelly) Natolly. Tom was a proud graduate of Frostburg State University and dedicated 45 years of his life to education in Frederick County, Maryland. He began his career teaching at Walkersville High School for 14 years, then served as vice principal at Thomas Johnson High School, later returning to Walkersville as principal. He went on to serve as Director of Instructor Program Analysis for Frederick County Public Schools and concluded his distinguished career as associate principal at Frederick High School, retiring in 2007.

Tom also served his community as President of the Frederick County Sheriff's Association Citizen Advisory Committee for many years. After moving to Delaware in 2007, he enjoyed fishing at the Jetty, driving his Corvette, and spending time with his beloved Labrador Retrievers and Collies-especially Kelly.

In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his sister, Christiana McCulloh, and his nephew, Samuel McCulloh. He is survived by his devoted wife of 65 years, Sandra (Loar) Natolly; his son, Keith Natolly; his niece, Cindy Jackson; and his grand-nephew, Timothy McCulloh.

A private graveside service will be held at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Dagsboro, DE.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Tom's memory to the SPCA or Frostburg State University.

Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

Thomas L. Natolly

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Published by The Frederick News-Post from Aug. 22 to Aug. 21, 2025.

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Mike Angleberger

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My favorite memory: liked hearing the sound of his oxford shoes walking back and for in the room while he was explaining a math problem.
Very neat and knowledgeable teacher.

Mike Angleberger

Yesterday

Great teacher and a nice person, really enjoyed his class at Walkersville School.

Donald E. Wachter Jr.

Yesterday

Mr. Natolly you were a very good vice principal at Governor Thomas Johnson High School in Frederick, Maryland and may you Rest in Peace Mr. Natolly. Donald E Wachter Jr TJ Class of 1977.

Jennifer Hatcher

Yesterday

Tom is a part of many fond years of teaching and parenting at Walkersville High School.
My condolences,
Jennifer Hatcher

Les Holt

Yesterday

So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Natolly. He was my teacher at Thomas Johnson. He was the greatest.

Debbie Baker

Yesterday

Keith,
I'm so very sorry about your Dad. I'll keep you in my heart. Take care.

Judy Cramer

August 21, 2025

Dear Sandra & family,
I am sending you my deepest condolences. Mr Natolly was a great teacher & a wonderful person. Take care and God Bless

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