Thomas Paolicelli
May 2, 1933 - February 25, 2014
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Thomas Paolicelli, Jr. 80, of Port Charlotte, Florida died on, Tuesday , February 25th, 2014) at Tidewell Hospice House, Arcadia, Fla.

Thomas was born on May 2nd, 1933 in Brooklyn, NY to Thomas Paolicelli and Assunta Zollo. Tom graduated High School and joined the U.S. Army in 1953 where served his country assigned to many locations across Europe. After completing 2 years of duty he returned back to the United States and attended printing school where he decided to be a painter. He met Lesa at Bethlehem Assembly of God Church in January of 1959 and they were soon married on April 30th, 1960 in Richmond Hill, NY. Further along in life Tom and the family faithfully attended Lighthouse Assembly of God Church in Glendale, NY where he was the Head Usher/Greeter for the services. He loved welcoming people to the church every Sunday morning and night. Tom was also a dedicated and loyal employee of Lord & Taylor Dept Store, NYC for 40 years as a painter and foreman. After retiring to Port Charlotte Florida, He again worked as a Security Officer for the Charlotte County Courthouse in Punta Gorda for 10 years and absolutely loved his job again screening/greeting people. Shortly after suffering his 3rd stroke in 2009 he stopped working and really retired. Tom always followed his heart and the Lord’s calling in his life and attended First Assembly of God Church in Fort Meyers. Although his priority in life was to provide for his family, be a loving husband and father, his eyes were always set on the real goal of forever faithfully serving the Lord until his last breath. Thomas was a wonderful Husband, Father and Steadfast man of God and Country, Rest in Peace until we meet again.

Loving and devoted Husband to Lesa D’Amore Paolicelli; Father to Thomas Emmanuel and Anthony D’Amore Paolicelli; Brother of Lillian Barrale, Beatrice Girimonte, Miriam Pantalone; and was preceded in death by his brother Emmanuel (Manny) Paolicelli.

Visitation will be held Friday 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM with a service to follow at 7PM, February 28, 2014 at Roberson Funeral Home Punta Gorda Chapel, 215 Mary St., Punta Gorda, FL 33950. In lieu of flowers the family would like you to send donations to First Assembly of God Church attention “Stella Voice Missions”, 4701 Summerlin Road, Fort Meyers, Fla 33919.

Friends may visit online at www.robersonfh.com to sign the memory book and extend condolences to the family. Arrangements are by Roberson Funeral Home & Crematory Punta Gorda Chapel.

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Thomas Paolicelli, Jr. 80, of Port Charlotte, Florida died on, Tuesday , February 25th, 2014) at Tidewell Hospice House, Arcadia, Fla. Thomas was born on May 2nd, 1933 in Brooklyn, NY to Thomas Paolicelli and Assunta Zollo. Tom graduated High School and joined the U.S. Army in 1953 where served his country assigned to many…

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Addi Giangola Sheedy left a message on March 2, 2014:
I was so saddened to hear of tom's passing....seems like yesterday (the sixties! Yikes!!!!) when I would run into junior in lord and Taylor (shopping on my lunch hour)....he always had a big smile and a great story ...recently I've enjoyed seeing pictures of him at aunt Vera's ....he seemed not to have aged!.....His peace and comfort to you lesa and to your family...I know he will be missed but what company he is in!!!!!
Judy Casso DiGiandomenico left a message on March 1, 2014:
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Tom. We all grew up together in a "gaggle" of cousins who were close and shared so much. As a ten-year-old, I wrote letters to Tom who was in the Army and sent him jokes! I hope they brought a smile to his face. We can't think of Tom and Lesa without thinking of their gift of hospitality...a lost art! They had mastered the gift of welcoming one and all into their home on many an occasion and we treasure these wonderful memories. Much love and prayers to Lesa, Thomas, Anthony...Lilly, Betty, Cookie... as well as all family members who suffer this loss.
Jane Cangelosi left a message on March 1, 2014:
There are so many good things to say about my uncle, Tom. He was kind, generous, loving, had a good sense of humor, was a good dresser, was hardworking, and the list goes on and on. But most importantly, he loved God and served Him throughout his lifetime. He will be greatly missed. My prayers and love go out to Aunt Lesa, Thomas and Anthony at this difficult time, and also to other members of the family and his friends. May we all find comfort in God's promises.
Beatrice left a message on February 28, 2014:
I have very fond memories of my brother Tom (Junior). He was considerate, hospitable and fun. He had a very good sense of humor. He always had a smile on his face. I will always treasure these memories in my heart and I know that he is safe in the arms of his Lord and Saviour. Until we meet again in Heaven.
Annette left a message on February 28, 2014:
Dear Leza, and family, So sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of meeting Tom last year. He was a gentleman and always friendly.I would visit at times conversing with him. Tom always made me feel at home. forever in our hearts. again my Condolence, God bless you all .... Love Annette
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Mike and Tina Soucier left a message on February 28, 2014:
Our sincere condolences to the Paolicelli family for their loss. May God guide you through this difficult time.
Virginia Alexander left a message on February 28, 2014:
Tom will be missed greatly by my two babies, Elizabeth and Ethan. They are always anxious to get to church to talk to Mr. Tom in the sanctuary and Ms. Lesa who is greeting in the lobby. Mr. Tom and Ms. Lesa are two of the kindest and most thoughtful people I know, not a holiday or birthday goes by without my babies getting a sweet gift from them. I know my babies will forever have an angel looking over them.
Toni Fisher left a message on February 27, 2014:
"Well done good and faithful servant, now, enter into My Father's house." This was my good friend Tom, devoted to Our Lord, devoted to his wife, Lesa, and two sons, Thomas and Anthony. I was honored to know Tom as a friend and co-worker at the Couthouse. He made this world a better place and all who knew Tom were made better by his presence. God bless, Toni
RoseAnn Danile left a message on February 27, 2014:
A man like Tom was very rare. He always had a sweet spirit and you knew the Lord was shining through his life. He was full of energy, always on the go, caring and so very hospitable. You knew you were genuinly welcome when you were with him. Junior exuded love. He was a wonderful man of God and truly loved all his family, wife, sons, sisters, partents, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and the list goes on. We will miss you but we will all be together soon, rejoicing with you and all the family that already reside with you. Till we meet again.
SAM AND CAROL BECKER left a message on February 27, 2014:
DEAREST LISA AND SONS, AND FAMILY. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOU ALL. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. SENDING LOVING, PEACE AND COMFORT DURING YOUR TIME OF SORROW. BLESSINGS, SAM & CAROL BECKER
Carol Mangogna left a message on February 27, 2014:
Tom was a man of few words, But his walk with the Lord spoke loud and clear. Everyone knew Tom by his smile there wasn't a time I saw him that his big smile wasn't on his face. He will be greatly missed. See you soon Tom.
Carol Mangogna left a message on February 27, 2014:
He was very happy person all the time.Whenever you are around him he smiles. A man of a few words. But a close walk with God. He is rejoicing in heaven now with all his family and my Dad!! See you soon Tom!
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