So very sorry to hear of Dr Tom's passing.  Bless him for his many yrs of service to Victoria, the thousands of animals he cared for & the owners he assisted, my family included.  Truly saddened, like the rest of Victoria! And as much as we will miss his iconic face & personality, our loss is minuscule compared to yours.  Please know you are in our thoughts & prayers

Taking this time to extend my deepest sympathy to you all.  Trisha in my heart and soul  you are and have always been to me as one of  my daughters.  When you & Tom received the blessings of not only Kacey then Matthew I rejoiced with you.  At the loss of your family members I stayed in prayer for you.  At this time in life I want to extend my hand to you once again.  God be with you Kacey and Matthew.  Receive my Love.  Mary

So sorry for family and friends loss.
Dr. Moscatelli was the most amazing doctor ever. He taught me so much about my babies,  Oscar and Ozzie. Things I didn't know, and he taught me how to take better care of them. 
When I had to have Oscar put down he waited for me to arrive to be with my Oscar as he let me touch my baby and let him know I still loved him.
Dr. Moscatelli  with such amazing heart and love for all animals.  
Thank you for being the best vet we ever have had.
You was missed greatly when you retired, you will be even more so missed now.
Prayers for your family and friends in this time. 
Rest in peace!

I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Tom's passing, I grew up across the highway from his clinic/home.  Dr. Tom took care of all our dogs and cattle. He was a very kind, gentle caring man, treated everyone with the utmost respect. The world could use a lot more people like Dr. Tom, my sincere condolences to the family you are in my thoughts and prayers.

To know Doc made you a better person. I am forever grateful he gave me my opportunity to work for him up until the end. And will hold on to and cherish the time I spent with this incredible, indescribable man. I was 15 when he hired me he didn’t realize that, but he didn’t turn me away because he had already told me he would hire me. Doc keep counting cows and checking water troughs, your girls will be there to help you soon enough. 

I’ve thought about what to say about Doc Because I truly wanted to be able to come up with something worthy to write here . I’ve come to the conclusion that won’t happen .  You can’t summarize someone so larger than life nor can I pin point one memory because I think of him and so many flood my mind . I know I’m very lucky that I’m one of those fortunate to have known this man . I first met Doc after moving to Victoria as a young mom about 20 years ago . I would bring my then little girls & dogs in . Me flustered trying to keep all under control & not let dogs nor little girls wreck the room .Doc would talk to the girls and show them things and have their full attention while taking care of the dog . How ? He just made you feel at ease, comfortable and like you where no problem at all. Years later I saw a sign that they where hiring at the clinic and I put in an application. I can remember going in and talking to Teresa then getting a phone call from Doc saying  if I would want to give working there a try he would like to hire me . That memory really makes me smile because I didn’t just gain a job that day I gained a family that I will forever be grateful to have been a part of . Doc was  so much more than my boss he was my friend , teacher and sometimes a shoulder to cry on . Gosh he was tireless and  seemed to run circles around us ,he didn’t delegate a job he got in there and he did the job beside you. He loved to tell jokes which Teresa usually finished because he would laugh so hard he couldn’t finish it or he gave away the punchline, oh his laughing was infectious, we sure had alot of laughs , he liked everyone happy & if you seemed down he would pick you up , he was steady & he made you feel safe , secure & he was so generous and caring , truly he would give you the shirt off of his back , shoes off of his feet or food off of his plate. He made me want to be a better person and I know I am a better person today because I learned from my friend Doc. 

The world lost an amazing person the day we lost Doc. He hired me at the young age of 17 and I would spend the next 24 years working for him. He was the most generous, kind hearted, full of life kind of guy. He would go from sun up to sundown. He would spend his days being a veterinarian, farmer and a rancher. He taught me so much over those 24 years and gave me memories that I will forever cherish. On a hot summer day Doc came to me and said hey Laurie do you want to go run the module builder? I thought to myself what the heck is a module builder and how in the world do you operate it. Little did I know I would spend countless hours from that day on running that module builder every summer. From our what’s  said in surgery stays in surgery talks, to clinic trips we took to Louisiana and Warriors Weekend  he was always up for a good time. He was not only my boss but he was also my friend. He will be missed by many.  I am thankful I got to be a part of his life. RIP Doc!

It is hard to put down in words what a great man Tom Moscatelli was.  I worked for him for 36 years as his vet tech at the clinic, and his right hand man in his farming and ranching operation.  
When it came to doing any task big or small, whether you thought you could or not, he always encouraged you to try.
I remember my 1st time on a combine. We went out at lunch to check the field and Tom said “Teresa you are all I got and the corn needs to be harvested”. So, I got a crash course in combine 101.  After about an hour he said I have to get back to the office, call me (on the bag phone) if you need anything.  From that day on, I never looked back  and I became his combine and cotton picker operator.  We had many long days and night of harvesting but made many memories I will cherish.
I remember eating hard salami at lunch every day from Groll’s Grocery .
I remember many fishing trips in the “Cat Pee Boat”.
The great times we had taking the warriors fishing for Warriors Weekend.
I remember the great team we had at the clinic lead by a great leader and teacher. 
I remember all the kids he helped out with animals for the stockshow.
He was much more than our “BOS” (in his words).  He was our friend.
We will all miss you.  Happy trails to you until we meet again.


You were a beautiful human being. A gift. Can’t believe I was lucky enough to have experienced you. Lucky me. Given the sadness I feel, my deepest prayers are for your family and friends whose hearts are so trampled right now. Smile on us, Tom, and help us bear the loss. Thanks for the memories.

We have known Doc for 25 plus years. He helped our kids with show steers for the stockshow.  They learned so much from him.  Doc even gave our son a summer job during cotton season.  He was the most amazing man and will be missed immensely. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.  

I can never express the effect that Tom Moscatelli had on my life. I worked with Tom for 42 years.  He was the best employer/friend that anyone could ever have.  You always knew he would be there no matter the time of day or night for small problems or big emergencies.

He loved people and animals and it showed in his daily life.  The clients who became family and the pets whose loss we grieved along with their families.  He took as much care with the tiniest kitten as he did the largest bull.

He also loved the great outdoors. He was happiest when he was outside whether it was hunting, fishing or taking care of his cattle.  He loved watching his crops sprout in the spring and the smell of cotton in the field.

Tom had a great sense of humor.  I remember him trying to tell a joke and laughing so hard it was impossible to finish it.

Tom's work ethic was tremendous.  A job was not done until it was done right, no matter how long it took. One of his favorite sayings was "Use your head for something besides a hat rack" meaning there is always a way to get it done if you try hard enough.

Tom was one-of-a kind and will be greatly missed by more people than he could ever imagine.

Dear Moscatelli Family,  
You are in our hearts and prayers at this time.  Tom will be greatly missed by our family.  He was always a gentle and kind man.  His smile was always sincere and welcoming.  God doesn't make too many people like Tom which is why he was greatly loved and will be sorely missed.  May God bless your family during this sad time and help you find some peace in the upcoming days. 

Frank, Georgia, Dorothy, Frank Jr and Buck Motal

I have known Tom since high school , he was handsome, sweet, and caring.  I think all of us girls had a crush on Tom! He was generous with his dances after the football games in the gym!!   Tom was always  fun and unassuming. He never changed through all the years. 
Heaven is a little sweeter today when Tom entered the pearly gates!! 
You will be missed .
Bernie Seale


Tom hired me green out of veterinary school. Over the next 2 years he taught me not only veterinary medicine but how to run a business. I am eternally grateful for his friendship and guidance. Had a great time working with Pat on Saturday mornings. We worked hard, but Tom always found time to fish and hunt. 

Prayers for Pat and family.  Tom was a good man and friend of mine.  

So sorry for your loss. Dr. Tom was one fine gentleman and a credit to his community as well as a loving husband, father and friend to many. An outstanding vet. Just a good man through and through. He will be truly missed. May he rest in peace. God bless and be with you and all the family. 

Dr. Moscatelli was our vet for many years. I enjoyed talking with him. He will be missed by all that knew him. Our prayers for the family.

Robert and Linda Harvey
Ruidoso NM

We were deeply saddened to hear that Tom has passed away.  He
was such a kind, gentleman who always had a big smile on his face.
We never saw in a bad mood.  He was a veterinarian for our dog and
did a superb job taking  care of him.  Tom will be missed by many 
people.  May God bless the entire Moscatelli family during your time of loss.

The world has lost an amazing man but we have gained the best guardian angel! I have known Doc my entire life. I remember my days spent up at the clinic cleaning kennels, washing mats and bleaching the large animal walls. I remember, as I got older, he let me watch surgeries and explained how and why he was doing it. I remember riding in the combine and talking on the CB making jokes and playing in the corn and cotton after they were harvested. I remember him taking us red fishing to his secret spots with Matthew and my Mom and how he would coach me when I had been reeling for what felt like hours saying, “You got it, it’s almost here, don’t give up.” He loved his job, his farming and ranching, his family/friends and fishing. And I remember he loved to teach-about everything! I have so many amazing memories that I will cherish until he welcomes me to his ranch in the sky....and I’m sure he’ll have plenty of jobs and lessons waiting for us. Thank you for all the great memories Doc. We love and miss you dearly❤️  
Niki

I knew Tommy since his childhood as my Grandmother babysat him and his brother and I was only 4 years older than him. My Grandfather as well as my father worked Mr. Moscatelli for many years. We lived on the ranch in Mission Valley for a lot of years. I still remember the creek flooding and then Mr. Moscatelli put up the crossing, the horses names were Nancy and Filly, and so many good years on the ranch. We moved away from there in 1958, but Tommy and his family were like family to us through out the years. My brother, Bubba Kruse, was one of the last of Mr. Moscatelli’s workers. May Tommy Rest In Peace with the rest of his family that has preceded him in death and peace to all he left behind.

My first memory of Tommy was when we were in 2nd grade at Nazareth Academy.  On an unusually cold February day, we got to move out of the straight rows and pull our desks into small groups near the wall heater.  I had always had”perfect” conduct until I chatted and laughed non-stop with the 2 Tommies, Halepaska and Moscatelli! The innate friendliness of those 2 continued throughout their lives.  Tom’s brightness, kindness and gentleness made him a great vet.  The Buckert family appreciated him. I appreciate the memories of a young boy who made me laugh, a kind young adult and a generous professional. 

Dr. Tom was one of the first people I met when we moved to Victoria in 2012. He and I spent a lot of time together in the cotton fields. We would drive all the way across the county to take our dogs to him. He will be greatly missed but I am so thankful that his suffering is over.

Doc was an outstanding person in so many ways. I worked for him in the 80's. As a 19 year old, lacking in confidence and experience I became rather skilled at  tasks that surprises me to this day.  Tom never hesitated in assignings jobs to us -usually doing things that we had never dreamed of doing.  I can hear him saying, "Mo!! Go change that flat tire, take it for repair & then take that load of calves to Cuero." (I had never pulled a loaded trailer) or "Take the truck/trailer to Goliad (when 59 was still a 2 lane) and pick a load of salt feed."  or "What do you think about cultivating today?" or "Grab your testing equipment, go to HK  ranch and test those cows."  He always had ultimate confidence and faith in us to accomplish each and every job that he asked us to do. He instilled in me confidence, determination, & a greater love for animals, large and small. And, he never needed a reason to dance!!!   If he heard music he was ready to dance to it!!
I will forever be grateful to Tom for all of the terrific memories.
Rest in Peace, Doc.    Save a dance for me.

  



We all have mentors and reasons for how we got into the Veterinary profession, and Tom Moscatelli was mine.

Many ppl may not know him, as he was an un-assuming man. The last person on earth that you would think would be "doctor material".... ( at least in my 19 year old mind )... 

As I struggled to get my teenage life in order, I will never forget him telling me over and over again, " Heck if I can get into Veterinary School, anyone can."..... those words echoed in my mind every time I suffered an undergraduate/Grad School setback..... and it kept me going.........

It wasn't until a year after I had graduated from Veterinary School that I was sitting in his office, still in awe over how he could seemlessly handle running a veterinary clinic, a ranch, and be a farmer.... and then I SAW IT.....

All these years I had never noticed that his Veterinary Class diploma, at the bottom, said " Summa Cum Laude".( Top 5% of the graduating class, in grades ... ) When I pointed it out to him, he got a good laugh out of this.

Sometimes the good Lord blinds you to things that you aren't ready to see. I had looked at that diploma dozens of times while cleaning up the clinic, and never noticed it.

This unassuming man never knew how critical it was that by remaining humble, despite his professional acumen, he greatly influenced my ability to believe in myself.

I think he did this to everyone he was around, in some way pertinent to their own life.

The good Lord just got a great farmer,Rancher, and Veterinarian.

Humbly,

Doug N. Posey, DVM

Riverside Veterinary Clinic
Corpus Christi, Texas TAMU CVM 1995

I was a partner at Rosewood Funeral Chapels until I retired in May 2016. I met Dr. Moscatelli in the early 80's through my partners at Rosewood Nancy Witte and Robert Hairell and his longtime faithful employee Teresa Moorman. He was definitely a prominent figure in the Agriculture and farming community. I have fond memories of the Jaycee Livestock Auction as Dr. Moscatelli  was a spotter at the auction and would always take good care of us when bidding on the youths animals. He will definitely be missed by everyone in Victoria and surrounding county's. May god bring his blessings upon his entire family. 

A pioneer in agriculture is gone. Dr Moscatelli was also a wonderful man. Thanks for all of your assistance to various adult and youth educational programs over the many years with AgriLife Extension .  It was a pleasure knowing and working with him. Rest In Peace my friend. 

OBITUARY

Dr. Thomas H. Moscatelli

May 30, 1950 – June 20, 2020

Rosewood Funeral Chapel

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