Samuel Peter Tom, Sr.

Samuel P. Tom, Sr.  age 92, of Fairchance passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at his home. He was born on March 30, 1931 in Port Henry, NY to the late Louis and Christina (Esposito) Tom. Samuel was preceded in death by his wife Pauline L (Long) Tom; son, Samuel P Tom, Jr,; brothers: Dominick, Michael, Sammy, James, Pasquale, sisters: Julia, Anna, Louise and son-in-law Stephen Varto.

Samuel is survived by his children: Patti Socling (Dennis), Louis Tom (Carol), Michael Tom (Barbara), Peggy Varto, Pamela Elwell (Michael), Paula Branthoover (Alvin); daughter-in- law, Jennifer Tom;  14 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; 2 step great grandchildren; sister, Mary Harris (Jack); sister-in-law, Joy Donaldson; numerous nieces and nephews.

Samuel was a devoted, loving, caring and supportive father, pap and pappy. He cherished his family and enjoyed gardening, fishing, golf, casinos, and baking.

Samuel was a member of SS. Cyril and Methodius Roman Catholic Church. He was a member of The American Legion, Post 278.

Samuel proudly served in the US Marine Corps during the Korean War with the rank of Staff Sergeant.

He retired after 34 years as a millwright for US Steel, Homestead Works.

The family would like to thank Uniontown Amedisys Home Health Care for all their help and kindness.

Sam’s family will receive friends from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, November 19, 2023 at the Goldsboro Fabry Funeral Home, Inc., 21 E. Church Street, Fairchance, PAa. where additional visitation will be held on Monday until 9:30 a.m. the time of Prayers of Transfer followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. at SS. Cyril & Methodious R. C. Church 50 N. Morgantown Street, Fairchance, PA. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Fairchance with full military rights and honors being accorded by the AMVETS Post 103 of Hopwood.