H. Thomas Zdanowski

H. Thomas Zdanowski obituary, Rochester, NY

H. Thomas Zdanowski

H. Zdanowski Obituary

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Passed away January 9th, 2026 at the age of 88. Predeceased by his brothers, Rev. Anthony and Philip Zdanowski. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Judith; sons, Tom (Ellen), Jody (Al) Abrams, Todd (Danielle) and John (Charlotte) Zdanowski; grandchildren, Dan and Phil Zdanowski, Jennifer, Jonathan and Jeff Abrams, Devin, Tiegan and Connor Zdanowski, Caroline, Jack, Celia and Luke Zdanowski; great grandchildren, Audrey, Morgan, and Claire Rothberg, Mila, Levi, Jake, Hailey and Johanna Abrams; Finnegan Zdanowski; sister-in-law, Jackie Heffer; brother-in-law, Bob Muhs. Tom was a proud and dedicated member of Local 46 Sheet Metal, where he worked faithfully for 56 years. A true outdoorsman, he found joy in hunting, fishing, and spending time in nature. One of his greatest pleasures was relaxing at his cherished cottage on Honeoye Lake, where he spent 27 wonderful years creating memories with family and friends. Tom’s Memorial Mass will be held Tuesday, January 13th, 2026 at 10:30am at Our Mother of Sorrows Church (5000 Mt Read Blvd, Rochester, NY 14612). Interment private. Arrangements entrusted to Felerski Funeral Home.

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Farrell-Ryan Funeral & Cremation Services - Rochester

777 Long Pond Road, Rochester, NY 14612

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