Thomas John Lombardi passed in his home with his wife by his side in the early hours of August 18, 2026. He was described by many as a “Good man.” He lived a life defined by his faith, integrity, kindness, and a deep strong love for his family. Survived by his wife of 62 years, the love of his life Sandy (Sarah Murdock). They walked through life together hand in hand having four children Matt (Paddy), Kirk (Donna), Robin (Tom), and TJ (Veronica). He is also survived by his grandchildren Ian (Jen), Sarah (Cole), Bailey (Chryselle), grandchildren Jonathan, Allison, Cassie, Sydney (Chase), Elizabeth, Tommy, and Rocco and 6 great grandchildren and another on the way.
Tom was born in Canton on January 5, 1941. He proudly graduated from John Carroll University (1963), and The Ohio State University College of Law (1966). He served as Captain in the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General Corps. He was appointed as a Magistrate with the Stark County Court of Common Please, Family Law Division, for 10 years. He practiced law in Canton for nearly 60 years focusing on family law, business law, civil litigation, real estate, and probate law.
Tom had a strong involvement in his community including Legal Counsel Vice President and chairman of the Board of Canton Jaycees, President of Congress Lake Country Club and longtime member (26 years), Unique Club of Stark County member for 41 years, Rotary Club of Canton member for 37 years serving as Pancake day Chairman, Chairman of Food Committee for The Hall of Fame Balloon Classic, served as a team couple for Worldwide Marriage Encounter, member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church for over 50 years and served on the Finance Board, and for 10 years served as a foster parent for infants waiting to be adopted through the Catholic Community League.
Tom loved family time frequently cooking for a home filled with family and friends. He enjoyed traveling and hitting the dance floor with his wife. Some of his favorite times were the countless hours spent with his many friends on the golf course and playing cards.
We are heartbroken but find peace in knowing Tom has gone to be with the Lord, his parents Rocco and Pearl Lombardi, his sister Diane Rimer (Robert) and sister-in-law Ginger Perkins. For those who wish, a memorial donation may be made in Tom’s name to St. Paul’s Catholic Church at 241 S. Main St. North Canton, Ohio 44720.
Calling hours for Tom will be held at Karlo-Libby Funeral Home on August 20, 2026, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Paul’s on Friday, August 21, 2026, at 10:00 am with burial to follow at Sunset Hills Burial Park.
