Thom was born on August 2, 1978. He was a happy and engaging child. He loved his favorite superhero Spiderman. He spent hours playing with his toy cars. And as he grew, he enjoyed playing and watching sports, especially football and basketball.

As he went through his teen years, he became interested in girls and they noticed him! Thom was popular with all the ladies and he loved ever minute of it. Thom had a special place in his heart for his true love and she will be there forever.

Thom attended South Shore Vocational Technical High School. He enrolled in the electrical program and was considered a stellar student. He excelled in sports while completing his studies.

With a wonderful sense of humor, he loved to tell jokes and funny stories. When telling them, he would often laugh so hard that no one could understand what he was trying to say.

Thom was a generous and giving person. One example of his selflessness was a trip to Disney World with his grandparents. He split the money he saved from his paper route with his sister so that they could have equal spending money. These gestures of kindness were natural to him. He was gentle, sensitive, caring, compassionate and a very loving man. He was never embarrassed to share his laughter and feelings with those he loved. Thom had a child-like wonder and innocence in everything he did. Thom's loving ways, smile and beautiful dimples melted everyone's heart.

"We miss you today. We miss you tomorrow. We love you always."