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Thomas Cangemi Obituary

THOMAS CANGEMI, 72, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Thursday, May 10, 2018, in Slidell. Thomas is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years Dianne Cangemi; one daughter: Kristin Cangemi Patecek (Paul), dear friend Serdar Tiglioglu; and man's best friend: Power. Mr. Cangemi was a native of Brooklyn, New York, and a resident of Slidell for the past 16 years. Thomas was a leader in the restaurant/hospitality industry. He was vibrant, fun, too hard working and loved his family and friends. He always loved his boats "whichever one it was at the time". A Memorial Mass will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 400 Westchester Blvd, Slidell, Louisiana, on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at 12:00 noon. Friends may visit at the church on Saturday beginning at 11:00am. Inurnment, with Navy military honors, will be held at Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Please visit www.honakerforestlawn.com to sign guestbook. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from May 15 to May 18, 2018.

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June 12, 2018

So sorry for your loss. This is Stella and Jim Anderson. Just saw this on Facebook Tom is Jim's cousin. We visited you in Las Vegas. We kept in touch with Xmas cards. Great guy. Shocked to see this on Facebook. What happened? Our prayers are with you.

Nancy Bounds

May 30, 2018

Very sorry for your loss. Hoping you are finding a way to peace as time flows by.
Just hearing about this and apologize for not attending the memorial service. Tom was such a dynamic and confident individual. My last contact with him was before Hurr. Katrina but I remember his spirit so well. He gave me an opportunity to design a few of the restaurants that he owned and I will always be grateful to him for the belief he had in me and my work. His memory will live on.

Natia//Joe trapani

May 18, 2018

Dianne, It takes the ultimate spiritual courage and support to endure the loss of a spouse after 48 years of marriage. We will offer our prayers in support as we are all helping to walk each other home to our Father. We enjoyed our time with you both as neighbors.
Natia and Joe Trapani

May 18, 2018

May the God of all comfort touch your heart with his love and peace during this time of grief and sorrow.

S. Friend

May 18, 2018

Diane, Tony & I would like to express our sincere sympathy. Our prayers are with you. Love, Sue & Tony Rihner

Mary Ariail

May 17, 2018

To Dianne and your family,
My heart is breaking for your loss. We (your neighbors in Hattiesburg) want you to know that we are grieving with you and praying for your comfort and support. Tom was a great neighbor and we will miss him.
Love,
Your Timberton neighbor,
Mary

Jessie and Kent Wasmuth

May 16, 2018

Dianne and Kristin and Paul, there are no words to relieve the pain you are feeling at this time. Our friendship goes from many years ago to present day. Tom was a big part of that beautiful friendship. He will truly be missed. Many prayers are being said for your comfort and peace. God Bless!

Kaki Dicarlo

May 15, 2018

A special friend of the Fromages and the Flamingoes. Till we meet again

Sherry King

May 15, 2018

Dianne, my old Newcomer's and book club friend, I can't begin to know what you are going through. I am sorry for the pain your broken heart is causing. Forty-eight years is full of a lot of memories for you to cherish and I hope that will heal your heart. I wish you well and check your shoes before leaving the house at least for a while. Hugs, Sherry King

Kathleen and Marion Rothweil

May 15, 2018

Dianne and Kristen, my heart breaks for you and I am so glad that when you lived in chesterfield, Missouri we were such good friends. I miss you love you and prayers will be said often . Carry on and be a beacon of light to all. Love, Kathy and Marion Rothweil

Diane Gundlah

May 15, 2018

You are blessed with 48 years of love and memories. Stay strong and never forget. Hugs to you old FDU classmate

G. Z.

May 15, 2018

To the Cangemi family, I hope knowing that you're in the thoughts and prayers of many bring a measure of comfort. We look forward to the time when all things that cause sickness and death will be eradicated by God's Kingdom. - Matthew 6:9-10

Caroline Watt

May 15, 2018

We are sorry your love and friend has passed from your lives. Our prayers are there for you.

Kay Saraceno

May 15, 2018

Mr. Tom was a true Southern gentlemen even though he was from the North. He will be missed by all. With heartfelt sympathy, Kay P. Saraceno

Heidi and Troy Teadt

May 15, 2018

My dear friend Dianne, Kristin & Paul, Troy and I send our deepest condolences you. May our dear Lord hold you all tight at this sad and difficult time.

Judy Warnke

May 15, 2018

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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May

19

Visitation

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church

4 00 Westchester Blvd, Slidell, LA

May

19

Memorial Mass

12:00 p.m.

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church

4 00 Westchester Blvd, Slidell, LA

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1751 Gause Boulevard W P.O. Box 6087, Slidell, LA 70460

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