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Thomas R. "Tom" Santacroce
2/23/1939 - 4/19/2023
BORN
2/23/1939
DIED
4/19/2023
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Thomas Santacroce Obituary
Tom last worked as a security guard at Foxwoods Resort Casino (27 years). Before that, he had owned the former Luv Boat Café in Groton (12 years) where he got the nickname of "Captain." Earlier jobs included managing Taylor Rental and a heavy equipment operator at Suneco. He was a very active member of the Poquonnock Bridge Fire Department, serving as the treasurer for over 40 years. He was also a life member at the Italian Club and the Groton Lodge of Elks.
Besides his wife Rita, he is survived by his son Thomas R. Santacroce Jr. (Jean) of Marion, Iowa; and his daughter Cynthia Santacroce of Oakdale; and his son Matthew Santacroce (Patricia) of Pawcatuc; and his stepsons, A. Morgan Stewart IV (Kristen) of Mystic and Zachary Stewart (Donald Pendagast) of Hartford. He also is survived by his grandchildren: Thomas III, Anthony, Steven, Katelyn, Matthew, Jacquelyn, Vanessa, Fiona, and Nora; as well as several great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brothers, James and Richard; and a stepson, Joshua Stewart.
Visiting hours will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, April 28, at the Byles-Groton Memorial Home, 310 Thames Street. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 29, at the Byles-Groton Memorial Home and Interment will be in Colonel Ledyard Cemetery in the City of Groton. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be directed to the Groton Lodge of Elks Scholarship Fund, 700 Shennecossett Road, Groton, CT 06340. Please visit www.byles.com to sign the guestbook or share a memory with the family.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sponsored by Byles-Groton Memorial Home - Groton.
Cindy
May 31, 2024
Forever in our hearts
Beth Farbotka
May 8, 2024
Dear Cindy, family, and friends,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss my prayers and thoughts are with you.
God Bless!
Beth Farbotka
Cathy Blaisdell Johnson
April 28, 2024
Cindy - so sorry to learn of your dad's passing. May good memories prevail.
Cathy Blaisdell Johnson
Robert Siegel
April 28, 2024
Fond memories of days gone by at 'The Boat.' RIP Captain.
Oddo Robin
April 25, 2024
My condolences to all the family.
Gitano
April 25, 2024
Fair winds and following seas, captain Tom.
Our deepest sympathies, LMT Defense
April 25, 2024
Tom and Family,
Please accept our most heartfelt condolences during this very difficult time. Someone so special can never be forgotten. May you all find comfort in the memories made together.
Bernie Nasser
April 25, 2024
o the Santacroce Family:
My sympathies on the loss of Tom...a good man that touched many people.
We had many a great conversation about all things "family"! May your soul rest in peace, my friend!!
Linda Robinson
April 25, 2024
Dearest Rita and family,
Hoping that haveing your friends and family around during this difficult time is a comfort. So sorry for the loss of Thomas. He will missed by many love you.
Becky Parfitt
April 25, 2024
Sorry for your loss, Rita. May your friends and family help with healing your sorrow.
ALFRED P. MAYO
April 25, 2024
I got a chance to meet with Thomas Santacroce, he was nothing more than being joy listening. To the Families I send you all my condolences, thank for having a club once me, my brother would go to.
Sue (Ryan’s Pub) Mattison
April 24, 2024
Sorry for your loss Rita.Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Fortunato
April 24, 2024
Dear Rita,
Fun memories flood back as I read about Tom. I am so sorry for your loss but I'm sure Tom and Mike will have lots to reminisce in heaven.
Blessings and peace to you.
Debbie Fortunato
Matt and Terri Bridgman
April 24, 2024
Dear Rita and Family,
Please know we are thinking of you during this painful time.
Tommy was a remarkable man and will never be forgotten. We hope happy memories brings you peace and comfort.
For us, members of the "Luv Boat Family", we have cherished memories of Tommy, he created an environment that became our second home, going to work was not merely about doing a job, rather creating a space for personal growth with the support of a great leader.
Tommy genuinely cared for us, 35 years later, that feeling of unwavering support remained for us outside of work, he would always remember things that were important to us.
There have been other bosses, not all with your spirit, caring nature, and warm smile...Turns out, you were one of a kind, Thank You Captain Tom for the GOOD YEARS!
Love Terri and Matt Bridgman
Cheryl
April 22, 2024
The good old days The luv boat. I worked for Tommy, always a smile on his face. He will be missed but not forgotten. Rest in peace my friend.
Ellie Edgerton Crosby
April 22, 2024
My deepest condolences to Rita and my cousins, Tommy,Cindy and Matt. He was always the sweetest uncle to me , always booking his trips to Florida thru me at Holiday Travel. Always a smile and a kind word. I will miss him. Rest well Uncle Tom.
Brian Lee
April 21, 2024
I worked with him for many years. He always had a kind word. He will be missed.
Butch Noyes
April 21, 2024
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Diana McCollough
April 21, 2024
sorry to hear about Thomas. Wishing you the best and I mean it! I will be up there this summer, hope to talk. Love, Diana
Billy A (Aspinwall)
April 21, 2024
To my beloved Captain Tom
Thank you for all you have done for me!
You were always good to me and I greatly appreciate all you have done.
This journey is over but not forgotten, rest my friend rest
Until we meet again
God bless
Billy A
Arthur LeBlanc
April 21, 2024
Captain, my captain, your fearful trip is done. God new that you were suffering, he knew that you were in pain. He knew that you would never get well on earth again. So he closed your weary eyelids and whispered "Peace be thine". Rest in peace my dear friend. "The Frenchman"
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