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Thomas C. Mara

August 19, 1968 ~ June 3, 2017 (age 48) 48 Years Old
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A candle was lit by Tom and Rita Kersting, with our deepest condolences. on June 7, 2017 4:34 PM
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A candle was lit by Dawn & Frank Maisano on June 7, 2017 3:26 PM
Sending condolences to the Mara family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this sad time. A donation has been made to Be The Match Foundation in Tom's name!
Message from Helen Mara
June 20, 2017 7:51 PM

Thank you so much for your donation in Tom's memory Dawn & Frank. We so appreciate it.
Sincerely the Mara Family
Message from Kyle Haddock
June 6, 2017 10:41 PM

Good memories playing soccer with Tom at Rutgers. Thoughts and prayers to the Mara family.
Message from Helen Mara
June 20, 2017 7:54 PM

Thank you Kyle. He so enjoyed playing for Rutgers and his brother Sean later transferred from Montclair to play with him on the team.
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A RAYS  OF SUMMER SUNSHINE was sent on June 6, 2017

We will hold Tom in our hearts forever. With deepest sympathy, The Allens Chris, Beth, Henning and Phoebe

Message from Jack & Joyce Lauritsen
June 6, 2017 1:31 PM

So sorry to hear about Tom he will be missed, my condolences to the family. Godspeed and Rest In Peace Tommy.💔😥
Message from Helen Mara
June 20, 2017 7:55 PM

Thank you Joyce & Jack!
Message from Dave and Laurie Horn
June 6, 2017 1:27 PM

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Mara family, friends and loved ones.
Message from Helen Mara
June 20, 2017 7:56 PM

Thank you for thinking of us Dave & Laurie..
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A candle was lit by Jack & Joyce Lauritsen on June 6, 2017 1:25 PM
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A SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent by Jimmy and Debbie Byrnes on June 6, 2017

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An ELEGANCE AND SIMPLICITY STANDING SPRAY was ordered on June 6, 2017

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A candle was lit by Pattie O'Neill on June 6, 2017 2:33 AM
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A SHADES OF ELEGANCE was ordered on June 6, 2017

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A SOPHISTICATION WILLOW BASKET SPRAY was sent on June 5, 2017

For your forever beloved Son Tom, may he rest in eternal peace. All our love and sincerest condolences, The Chris & Valerie Bopp Family

Message from Valerie Bopp
June 5, 2017 10:16 PM

Tom, Helen and family words cannot express enough condolences we all try to mention during a loss of a son, husband or daughter...at any age. Just know in that in our hearts and souls we will always be remembering Tommy and your family as people we could follow and always will keep in our hearts forever.
Message from Helen & To
June 20, 2017 7:58 PM

Thank you Chris & Valerie for your support!
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A candle was lit by The Chris & Val Bopp family on June 5, 2017 10:08 PM
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A candle was lit by Albert A. Gaydos on June 5, 2017 10:01 PM
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A candle was lit by Aunt Betty - my heart is broken on June 5, 2017 7:24 PM
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A candle was lit by Sarah Griffiths on June 5, 2017 7:17 PM
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A candle was lit by Carly griffiths on June 5, 2017 7:16 PM
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A candle was lit by Shane griffiths on June 5, 2017 7:16 PM
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A candle was lit by Aunt Betty and Griffiths family on June 5, 2017 7:15 PM
Words can't express how sad we all are. A donation has been made to help host a soccer tournament in Tommy's honor. Soccer was his passion and we thought this would be a good tribute.
Betty Mara , Ellen, shane, carly, Jesse and sarah griffiths
Message from Helen & Tom
June 20, 2017 8:00 PM

Thank you Betty, Ellen, Shane, Carly Jesse & Sarah! A great idea your soccer contribution inTo my's name
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A candle was lit by Aunt Betty Mara on June 5, 2017 7:08 PM
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A candle was lit by Ellen, shane, carly, Jesse and sarah griffiths on June 5, 2017 7:07 PM
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An A GARDEN PATH was sent on June 5, 2017

Bumba, " I could be wrong...I could be right...May the Road Rise With You" Love ya, John, Cindi, Ian, Lauren & Lily Harkes

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A TRADITION AND SPLENDOR was sent on June 5, 2017

Our deepest condolences to the Mara Family. Tommy has indeed touched all our lives in a special way and will be greatly missed. The Greco Family. Jerry, Lynn, Ally & Brian.

Message from Jack & lare
June 5, 2017 1:55 PM

Our sincere condolences to the entire Mara family. As Tom,s Counselor at KHS, I watched him grow as an athlete, and more importantly as a person and student. A contribution has been made to the American Cancer Society in memory of Tom.. Godspeed, Tom.
Message from Tom & Helen
June 20, 2017 8:04 PM

Thank you Jack & Clare for your contribution. Jack, we appreciate your being his high school counselor & friend.
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A candle was lit by The Granja Family on June 5, 2017 11:58 AM
Message from Wendy Kerr
June 5, 2017 11:42 AM

To the entire Mara Family,

Mere words cannot begin to express my heartfelt sympathy as you begin to mourn Tommy's passing....I smile every time I think of him.....he knew how to live life to the fullest. You are in our thoughts and prayers....Wendy and family
Message from To. & Helen
June 20, 2017 8:05 PM

Thank you Wendy for your kind words
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A candle was lit by Wendy Kerr on June 5, 2017 11:39 AM
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A candle was lit by The McNiven family on June 5, 2017 11:23 AM
Message from Ian & Eleanor McNiven
June 5, 2017 11:22 AM

So sorry to hear about Tom. Remembering him in our prayers
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A candle was lit by Marie, Salvatore and Christopher Gervasio on June 5, 2017 11:16 AM
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A RAY OF SUNSHINE was ordered on June 5, 2017

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A candle was lit by Gervasio Family on June 5, 2017 10:56 AM
Message from Marie, Salvatore and Christopher Gervasio
June 5, 2017 10:56 AM

May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept our sincere condolences.
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A candle was lit by Jack Golden on June 5, 2017 10:48 AM
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A candle was lit by Phillip &Teresa Downey on June 5, 2017 8:36 AM
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A TRADITIONAL FUNERAL BASKET was sent on June 5, 2017

Prayers & condolences. A donation in your name from our family will be made to the American Caner Society. Richard Andres & Family, Knight of Columbus 3187

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A candle was lit by Bryan Granelli and family on June 5, 2017 7:21 AM
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A candle was lit by Bill and Sharon Maleski on June 4, 2017 10:32 PM
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A candle was lit by Bob, Chris, Bobby and Kelly Mara. Our hearts are broken.... on June 4, 2017 10:04 PM
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A candle was lit by Janell Roddie on June 4, 2017 9:37 PM
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A candle was lit by John and Frances Morgan and Family on June 4, 2017 9:15 PM
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A candle was lit by John & Kristen Salisbury on June 4, 2017 8:55 PM
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A candle was lit by Carolyn Craig on June 4, 2017 8:52 PM
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A candle was lit by Cheryl & Dan Shalvatis on June 4, 2017 8:49 PM
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A candle was lit by Cheryl on June 4, 2017 8:34 PM
Message from Cheryl Shalvatis
June 4, 2017 8:34 PM

Mara family we are so sorry for your loss Tommy was a great man and a Dad he will be missed my condolences to you all Collin , Julia and Alex I am so sorry my heart is breaking for you all I love you all love Aunt Cheryl & uncle Dan ❤️
Message from Tom & Helen
June 20, 2017 8:06 PM

On behalf of our family thank you Cheryl & Dan
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A candle was lit by Drummond family on June 4, 2017 7:52 PM
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A candle was lit by Kathleen Cottone-Fink on June 4, 2017 7:04 PM
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A candle was lit by McGinn family on June 4, 2017 6:43 PM
Message from Linda DiMartino
June 4, 2017 6:42 PM

I could remember Tom and his passion for Sports in high school he was such a great guy so sorry that he had to leave so soon and left so many loved ones behind but he really hasn't left us because we will see him again in heaven.... Tom may eternity with God be a true comfort for you to know that you are healed from all ailments that were in your body... and that one day you will see all your loved ones again my condolences to all the children and family left behind.... live with him in your heart so people can see what he has done in your lives....Amen
Message from Tom& Helen
June 20, 2017 8:07 PM

On behalf of our family thank you for your kind words
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A WATER COLOR WREATH was ordered on June 4, 2017

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A candle was lit by Auntie Ev on June 4, 2017 5:45 PM
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A candle was lit by Gabriella Amendolaro on June 4, 2017 5:45 PM
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A candle was lit by Rich and Faith Murach on June 4, 2017 5:42 PM
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A TRADITION AND SPLENDOR was ordered on June 4, 2017

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A candle was lit by Tamatha Carrithers on June 4, 2017 4:27 PM
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A candle was lit by Holly, Dennis and Luke Granelli. xo on June 4, 2017 3:28 PM
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A candle was lit by Raul Anay & Sonia Anaya on June 4, 2017 3:26 PM
Message from John Arnott & Family
June 4, 2017 3:16 PM

Dear Tom & Helen,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Tom was a wonderful person and will be missed and remembered by so many. I am so happy to have known him and consider myself fortunate to be able to call him a friend! Please accept our deepest condolences and share with all the family!
Message from Helen Mara
June 4, 2017 8:03 PM

Thank. You John Very much appreciated God bless .. Love Helen & To
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A candle was lit by Donna Crumlish O'Donohue on June 4, 2017 2:43 PM
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A candle was lit by The Walck Family on June 4, 2017 2:32 PM
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A candle was lit by Paul & Renee Mullins on June 4, 2017 2:06 PM
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A candle was lit by Kathleen Meehan-Hart on June 4, 2017 1:46 PM
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A DIGNITY IN WHITE PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent on June 4, 2017

Dear Helen & Tom: My deepest sympathies for your loss. May God bless his memory and grant you comfort. Regards, Scott Clark

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A candle was lit by WOODS MCALLISTER FAMILY on June 4, 2017 1:02 PM
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