Thomas Robert Tschantre Sr. was born in Shrub Oak, NY on April 30,1928 and passed away May 16, 2024 in Spring Hill, Fl at age 96. Tom grew up in New City, NY. Following his discharge from the Navy he met his wife Johanna with whom they raised six children. Tom started employment with Spring Valley Water Company as pipeline maintenance in 1955. He built his family home in Lake Lucille where they resided for 13 years before relocating the family to the countryside of Warwick NY in 1972. Tom enjoyed gardening, playing in the softball league for his company and bowling. Tom retired as Water Treatment Department Manager in 1992. He resided with his wife Johanna in Spring Hill, Fl where he continued to compete in bowling tournaments across the country. Tom is predeceased by his wife Johanna in 2020 and son Robert in 1995. His 5 children, 5 Grandchildren, & 3 Greatgrandchildren will forever keep him in their hearts