Thomas was born in Dover, New Jersey to Thomas Grande II and Thelma Keiser. He attended Dover High School and graduated in 1965. Thomas received Varsity letters in high school for football and basketball. He entered the Marine Corp in 1965, becoming Sergeant after 2 years. He was discharged in 1969.
Thomas loved Florida life with his dog Ruby and enjoyed the many restaurants and activities available. He also enjoyed visits from his family.
Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, Thelma and Thomas Grande.
Thomas is survived by his wife of 28 years, Maryanne Grande of Sarasota; his sister Rosemarie Nixon of Indianapolis; his children Thomas Grande IV of California, Rita Grande (Craig) of Washington, NJ, Michael Edwards (Marissa) of Wayne, NJ, Justine Healy (Scott) of Newfoundland, NJ, Danielle Lorenzo (Eric) of Saylorsburg, PA. He is also survived by 4 granddaughters and 7 grandsons, his loving sister and brother-in-laws, many nieces and nephews, and his cousin Margaret Stone of Somerset, NJ.
A visitation will be held from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at Robert Toale & Sons Funeral Home at Palms Memorial Park, 170 Honore Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34232. Funeral services to follow at 4:00 PM at the funeral home. A reception to follow from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
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