Thomas J. Riddlesworth

Thomas J. Riddlesworth, 61, of Bolton, loving husband of 30 years and best friend of Linda (Ventura) Riddlesworth, passed away peacefully, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by family on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. Tom was born on October 31, 1963, in Hartford, CT, a beloved son of the late William and Julie Riddlesworth. He was raised in South Windsor and was a graduate of South Windsor High School. Prior to his retirement in 2007, Tom was a corrections officer for the State of Connecticut working in the Transportation Unit. Along with spending time with his friends and family, Tom was an avid and dedicated fan of the Dallas Cowboys. In addition to his loving wife, Linda, he is survived by his three siblings, Bill Riddlesworth and wife, Robin of Vernon, Susan Lovejoy of Colchester and Rob Riddlesworth and wife, Pam of Ohio, their families, and his cherished Aunt Georgie Caliendo of Auburn, NY. All are welcome to join his family at the Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home, 419 Buckland Road, South Windsor, CT 06074, for calling hours on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from 10-11:30 am with a Prayer Service at 11:30 am at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Bolton Center Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project or to the Connecticut Humane Society. To leave a condolence, please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Thomas, please visit our floral store.