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Thomas Miles
"Beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and son-in-law"
Thomas Miles, 57, entered the gates of Heaven on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at St. Mary's Hospital. He was the husband of Stephanie (Varanelli) Miles.
Tom was born in Denville, NJ on January 30, 1967, son of the late Thomas Lloyd and Carol (Meikle) Miles. He graduated from Crosby High School Class of 1985. He worked as a correctional officer for the State of Connecticut Department of Corrections for twenty-three years until his retirement in 2009. He was a member of the AFSCME 1565 and a former president of the Local 387 Union from 2004 to 2006. He was a member of the Wolcott Volunteer Company 3 Fire Department from 1987 to 1999 where he served as Lieutenant in 1992-1993. After his retirement from Corrections, he worked as a bartender at the Country Club of Waterbury since June of 2010 to present. Tommy will be remembered as someone who was easy to talk to, a witty sense of humor, a great co-worker, a good man, a skilled left handed softball player, a true class act and a courageous officer. He enjoyed cooking for his family and friends and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Besides his wife, Stephanie, of twenty-five years he is survived by; two daughters, Trudy Miles and Thea Miles both of Wolcott; three sisters, Lorraine Slupczewski and her husband Stanley of Oakville, Kathy Annenberg and her husband Michael of Cheshire, and Janet Romanzi and her husband Alex of Thomaston;
his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Jack and Joy (Shuman) Varanelli of Waterbury; two nieces, Lindsay Slupczewski and Gwyneth Romanzi; and two nephews, Matthew Annenberg and Logan Thomas Romanzi.
Arrangements: A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday November 16, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Saint Basil the Great Parish~St. Pius X Church 517 Woodtick Road Wolcott. Everyone is kindly asked to meet directly at the church. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family at a later date. Calling hours with Tom's cremains present will be held Friday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Chase Parkway Memorial/The Albini Family Funeral Home, 430 Chase Parkway, Waterbury.
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Dean Palladino
November 12, 2024
Tom was truly an exceptional individual, someone whose kindness seemed to radiate from him like sunlight. He had an innate ability to make everyone around him feel valued and heard. Our conversations were often filled with laughter and warmth, as he effortlessly created an inviting space that encouraged open sharing. Although I never had the privilege of meeting his family, hearing him speak about them was a testament to the profound love he held in his heart. His eyes would light up when he mentioned his wife and daughters, and it was clear that they were his greatest treasures. My heart aches for his family and friends who were fortunate enough to share an even deeper connection with him. I extend my heartfelt condolences and wish them comfort during this incredibly difficult time. Tom's spirit and the impact he had on those around him will always remain cherished in my heart and memory.
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Dean Palladino
November 12, 2024
Tom was truly an exceptional individual, someone whose kindness seemed to radiate from him like sunlight. He had an innate ability to make everyone around him feel valued and heard. Our conversations were often filled with laughter and warmth, as he effortlessly created an inviting space that encouraged open sharing. Although I never had the privilege of meeting his family, hearing him speak about them was a testament to the profound love he held in his heart. His eyes would light up when he mentioned his wife and daughters, and it was clear that they were his greatest treasures. My heart aches for his family and friends who were fortunate enough to share an even deeper connection with him. I extend my heartfelt condolences and wish them comfort during this incredibly difficult time. Tom's spirit and the impact he had on those around him will always remain cherished in my heart and memory.
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