He was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. On September 4, 1935. Thomas graduated from East New York High School. He was married to Colette Servido (Schweickert) on May 24, 1952. Thomas worked for NYC Police & NYC Firemen and moved to Texas to work for Pan Am Airlines. He was a member of ASPCA Animal Care and Knights of Columbus and had a passion for collectibles, Christmas decorations, yard work and pool area.
Left to cherish his memories are his sons, Thomas and James Sr.; daughters, Colette and Franice; grandchildren, Marie & Keith, Kasey, Dorothy, Debra, Travis, James Jr. and Matthew; great grandchildren, Kassandra, Travis, Amy, Cole, and James.
Serving as pallbearers are James Sr., John, Lee, James Jr., Travis and Kassandra.
A visitation for Thomas will be held Monday, May 8, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Brookside Funeral Home, 13747 Eastex Freeway, Houston, Texas 77039. A rosary will occur Monday, May 8, 2023 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. A funeral service will occur Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at 10:00 AM. A burial will occur Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at Brookside Memorial Park.