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Thomas Vicari Obituary
SPRINGFIELD - Thomas "Tommy" Vicari Jr., 69, of Springfield died at 9:10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 1, 2008, at St. John's Hospital.
He was born March 3, 1938, in Springfield, the son of Thomas and Rosaria Licata Vicari Sr. He married Mary Alice Cockayne on May 16, 1959. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Rose Slayback and Mary Moffitt; a brother, Joseph Vicari; and two infant sisters.
Mr. Vicari, a lifelong resident of Springfield, retired after 48 years in May of 2003 from St. John's Hospital as a histology technician.
He was a member of St. Aloysius Church. He enjoyed his tropical fish, camping, gardening and making wine and Italian sausage. He was a member of the American Society of Pathologists and a graduate of Cathedral Boys High School.
Surviving are his wife, Mary Alice Vicari of Springfield; three daughters, Sheri (husband, Pat) Daniels of Springfield, Cathy (husband, Bobby) Hoglen of North Carolina, and Lisa Vicari of Riverton; two sons, Thomas Vicari III and Bob (wife, Lori) Vicari, both of Springfield; 10 grandchildren, Matt and Chris Daniels, Jessica, Amanda and Zach Hoglen, Jodi Vicari, Steph and John Fickas and Brett and Val Vicari; two great-grandchildren, Bradley Fickas and Addison Daniels; sister, Agnes Palazzolo of Springfield; two brothers, Samuel Vicari and Stephen (wife, Maryann) Vicari, both of Springfield; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 4, 2008, at Staab Funeral Home. Prayers will be at 4 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008, at St. Aloysius Church with the Rev. Donald Meehling officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.
Memorials to the Davita Dialysis Center, St. John's Hospital Foundation or St. Aloysius Church.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Vicari
Sue Reynolds
February 12, 2008
MaryAlice and family,
I had the great honor of working with Tommy for 14 and half years. He was a very hard working man and I also had a chance to sample the Vicari wine at many Christmas parties. Tommy was always willing to lend a hand to a fellow worker. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him
Melissa O'Bryan
February 6, 2008
To the Vicari family Dawn and I send our deepest sympathy and best regards. Jodi we love you. Missi
Jay Tode
February 6, 2008
I am so sorry I missed the visitation. I used to see Tom almost every day while working at St. John's. I also wanted to see Tom III, as I worked with him for a number of years. Tom Jr. will be missed, and I hope Tom III is doing well.
Bruce & Barb Dorworth
February 5, 2008
Tom, you will be missed by all of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you go through this time of sorrow.
Kelly Noonan
February 5, 2008
Mary
May God help you and the family in what is a hard time . God just needed someone to make Wine.
Faith Richardson
February 4, 2008
Mary,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss, you have my deepest sympathy and my condolences to you and your family.
Jim Shaner
February 4, 2008
My sincere sympathy to all of you... Tom will be missed. I always enjoyed being around Tom; he has such a gentle soul and was always ready with a warm smile. Mary Alice, you have a great legacy together in your family and in all the lives you have touched. May God's grace comfort you.
Diane Miller
February 4, 2008
Cathy & family-
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers today. We know the loss of a loved one can only be relieved by the wonderful family memories that will be shared for many years to come.
Your friends at SEC:
Gene Reagan
Karen Griffin
Ricky James
Laurie Chandley
Cathy Phillips
Breanna and Brittaney Cockayne
February 4, 2008
We send our prayers to the Vicari Family. Sorry for the loss. He is in our hearts and always will be. We had good times at parties you guys had. We just want you to know that we love you.
Loretta Rodriguez
February 4, 2008
Cathy and family,
My prayers are with you during this time.
Sue (Klemaier) Kessler
February 4, 2008
My deepest sympathies are with your family. I remember Mr. Vicari as a very sweet, devoted father and grandfather. I loved going camping with the family and the Vicari house was always full of joy whenever I was there. Take care of each other and God bless you all.
Linda McCarty
February 4, 2008
Tom was a great guy. we worked across the hall from each other for better than 20 years! Missed him when he retired. I will always remember him and his good nature.
Erika Blauvelt
February 4, 2008
So sorry for your loss, Sheri. Thinking of you and your family at this hard time.
Donna Vogt
February 4, 2008
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Prayers are being lifted for your family asking the Lord to give you peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Many Blessing,
The Vogt Family
Donna, Steven, Lisa, & Tim
Lisa Oberreuter
February 4, 2008
Thomas has left a great legacy in his family for which I am grateful. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you go through this time of sorrow.
Belinda (Griffin) McMahan
February 4, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I worked with Tommy for a few years at St. John's and admired him deeply. He was a great friend and mentor. I think of him often and am deeply saddened. I will miss him.
Stephen, Tippi, Christian and Carlisle Mace
February 4, 2008
Our family's thoughts and prayers go out to yours. We are very sorry for your loss.
Carol Harris
February 4, 2008
Mary and Family:
Tommy was one of the first employees I met when I started at St. John's. He was very friendly and welcomed me as a part of St. John's. He was a very dedicated worker and would remember you and took the time to say "Hi, how are you doing?" He loved his family and spoke of all of you. He would tell you he was very blessed, but we also were very blessed to know him.
May you find comfort in family and friends and know he is now with our Heavenly Father.
God Bless,
Carol H.
Janet & Jeff & Family Nelson/ Venegonia
February 4, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss & hope that you will find comfort in knowing that many friends in Christ are praying for you & in the many loving memories or your dad/grandpa. May God bring you peace during this difficult time. Our sympathies are with you all. Janet, Jeff & Family
John Busciacco
February 4, 2008
Sheri and family,
Our sincere sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John Busciacco
John Montgomery
RITA, BILL AND ROBBIE WOOLDRIDGE-DUNHAM
February 3, 2008
WE HAVE A GRANDDAUGHTER AND DAUGHTER WITH THERESA. WE ARE ALL GETTING OLDER AND REALIZE WHAT FAMILY MEANS, WE ONLY HAD THE FUN OF MEETING A COUPLE OF TIMES. HE WAS FUN. HE LOVED HIS FAMILY. LIFE IS SO SHORT. GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND TAKE CARE OF EACH OTHER. WE WILL PRAY FOR YOU.
Mikki Buhl
February 3, 2008
Mary Alice and the entire family,
I was sadden to hear the news of Tom's passing. But I know he is in a much better place, resting in the hands of Our Lord. May you all find comfort knowing others are thinking and praying for you during this time.
Joe Santillo
February 3, 2008
Sheri,
Sorry for the lose of your father. You and your family will be in my prayers
Mandy McCue
February 3, 2008
Sheri, Cathy and Lisa,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your families. May God bring you his comfort during this difficult time.
Francene Black
February 3, 2008
The family of Leo Lombardo wants you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Leo Lombardo, Joe Lombardo and Francene Black & family
Robb, Kelli and Cam
February 3, 2008
Tom and Jodi,, We are thinking of you.
Patti (Stutler) Wright
February 3, 2008
I first remember Tommy at nursing school at St. Johns in 1969. I recall his explanation of harvesting pituitary glands that help treat people who need the hormones that were at that time not available in synthetic form. I later met Mary, and the rest is a great story of two good people! Mary and family, I am thinking of you during this difficult time. Tom will be missed! I thank you for the taste of the Vicari wine, it was the last true Italian wine that my dad and I shared before his death. Tom is no longer bound by his earthly limitations. You are in my prayers.
Judy & Adrian McCarty
February 3, 2008
Mary Alice and family, so sorry to hear that Tom passed away. I guess the last time we saw you both was on that Friday at the Fireman's Fish Fry. Our prayers are with you and your families.
Pamela and Harry Skaggs-Stark
February 3, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kevin Seiders
February 3, 2008
My condolences to the Vicari Family. I am glad to have met Tom. I very much enjoyed our conversations. He was my kind of person. My prayers to his family.
Larry Cleeton
February 3, 2008
Mary and family Our deepest condolencese on your loss you will be in are thoughts and prayers
Larry and Beth Cleeton
Bernie McCoy
February 3, 2008
Concolences @ prayers to Tom's family. He was a great co-worker at St. John's, always had a smile on his face. He will be sadly missed.
Bernie McCoy
Tom Klemaier
February 3, 2008
My condolences to the Family Vacari. I will always remember the camping and his outlook and upbeat disposition. He was fun to be around.
dianne stroisch
February 3, 2008
sorry for our loss,uncle Tom was a very special man and will be missed alot.
Dave & Karren Reason
February 3, 2008
My Dearest Friend,
Our hearts and prayers are with you during this unimaginable time. Tom Sr. was one of the best MEN you would ever have the pleasure of meeting and knowing. A true Gentleman. Family Man.
Please except our condolences and know that we are here for you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Father Donald Meehling
February 3, 2008
My prayerful sympathy to the family and friends of Thomas Vicari. May he be with the Lord, and may the Holy Faith we share be our comfort and consolation. For the faithful Christian life is changed, not ended. Alleluia! I am honored to be with you for the Rite of Christian Burial on Tuesday.
February 3, 2008
Please know that we are holding you all close in our hearts and asking God to comfort you. We are so very, very sorry for your loss. God bless and keep you.
Debi and Carlo Santini
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