The Tom I was blessed to know was thoughtful, kind and most generous with those he came into contact.  He jumped in and did things that needed to be done - hard work things - at the 12th Step House, on a purely voluntary basis. After our meeting one hot afternoon, one of the members stated the back of the clubhouse property was becoming dangerously overgrown with bushes. Tom said he'd be right back, went home and changed into work clothes and spent hours chopping and dragging scrub bushes. This was a thankless task as no one ever goes in the back - and only two or three of us knew he'd even participated. Tom liked it that way.  "Just trying to do my part" he said. Tom had a keen eye for recognizing when a person needed someone to listen to them. He would have made a great sponsor as he had the gift of empathy.  Tom was the humanist of human beings and therefore a great friend. 

No amount of words can express the pain that your family is going through, Although I never met Thomas in person, I heard a lot of stories about him from his Grandmother Norma Recco.  I hope that Thomas Mom Norma is able to find Strength during this time.  A Bond between Mother and Son is a true inspiration to everyone who new him 
and all his Memories will live on Forever 
Thomas will Truly be Missed .

The Miller Family 

Although I never met Thomas, I felt like I knew him. Kristina always spoke so lovingly about her brother to me . He was always on her mind and in her heart. She was proud of all his accomplishments and kind ways. I knew how difficult his career was in the culinary world because my nephew is also an executive chef. Our thoughts and prayers will always be with you. The Dunn Family 

Although I did not know Thomas personally, I was fortunate enough to hear many wonderful things about him through his grandmother, Norma Recco.   One of her favorite holidays was Thanksgiving, down in her Florida home where all the family gathered.  It gave her so much happiness to watch Thomas prepare the turkey and all the trimmings so beautifully..She was was proud of him and loved him very much..

From Diane- My favorite memory of Thomas- One year when he came home during the holidays, he was at Kristina's house and made cream puffs. Kristina said they were the best she ever tasted. The memory always  stuck in my mind because my Dad was so sick at that time and I liked that Thomas was willing to make a treat for his family. Like Kristina says: I was Thomas' biggest fan. I always wanted him to succeed in life. I am so sorry he was taken away so young. He did have lots of special talents and a wonderful family. My heart will always ache for you. Thank you for always including me with your special family. God Bless, Diane

My partner in crime, my biking buddy!
Somehow we came up with the nicknames Thomasello and Lorenzo for each other! Our familys shared many birthdays and holidays together, and you always made us laugh! You will be missed dearly but not forgotten! You will forever be in my heart! 
Thomasello + Lorenzo=Friends 4Ever!

I used to babysit Thomas and his sisters when we lived in Massapequa.  Thomas loved being my cooking buddy.  He loved to cook and bake (especially decorating the cakes).
Someone as special as Thomas will never be forgotten.  He will remain in our hearts forever!!


Dear Thomas,
We will love you forever and never forget you - Grandma Anzalone was so proud of you and loved you with all of her heart. You were her special grandchild.
Our hearts are broken-

Love, Aunt Christina and Dad


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Thomas Joseph Anzalone

June 20, 1978 – September 20, 2018

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