Thomas Riccio

Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 14 at the Zarro Funeral Home, (www.zarrofuneralhome.net), 145 Harrison Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Immediately following visitation, a memorial service will be held from 8:30 p.m. to 9:00p.m. The burial will be private.

Thomas is survived by his sister, Mary Marone and her husband, Joseph; niece, Danielle Marone and nephew, Brian Marone; step- mother, Emily Riccio and step- brother, Clark Riccio ans his wife, Brenda.

He was predeceased by his parents, John Riccio Jr. and Maurene (Phillips) and his brother, Charles Riccio.

Born in Newark, Tommy lived most of his life there. He served in the U.S. Army and was an equipment mechanic with Continental Airlines for over 20 years. His two passions in life were fishing and riding his Harley. Tommy was truly a free spirit who enjoyed life with his many friends and family. His generosity and willingness to put others before himself will never be forgotten.

In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to the Veterans Administration, East Orange Campus, Voluntary Service Office (135), 385 Tremont Avenue, East Orange, NJ 07018.