"Our thoughts are with Tom's family and friends at this sad time."
In loving memory of
Thomas P Latona
December 22, 1968 - January 15, 2022
Thomas P. Latona
GREECE -- Jan. 15, 2022, at age 53. Predeceased by his parents, Pat and Ruth Latona. Survived by his sisters, Jean (Steve) McCagg, Mary Jo (Tom) Trenkner and Julie (Vernon) VanSkiver; brother, Michael (Paola) Latona; nephews, Daniel, Michael and Sam (Natalie) McCagg, Brian (Kim) Fitzsimmons, Anthony Epperson, and Andrew and Matthew Latona; niece, Catherine Latona; uncles, Joseph and Peter Latona and Peter Maddalena; aunt, Grace Bellave; many cousins; and many dear friends.
Tom was a lifelong Greece resident. He loved sports and was a devoted fan of the Philadelphia Flyers, Philadelphia 76ers, and Pittsburgh Steelers - and, above all, the Boston Red Sox whom he saw play this past summer at Fenway Park. He also attended countless Rochester Red Wing and Amerk games, LPGA golf tournaments, and rock concerts including Billy Joel, Elton John, Styx, Genesis, and Paul McCartney.
Family and friends meant the world to Tom. He cherished family gatherings, especially at holiday time, and spent considerable time with his siblings and extended family who appreciated his easygoing nature and sharp sense of humor. He was fiercely loyal to his friends and had a number of friendships that extended back many years.
Friends of Tom's may call Tuesday, Jan. 25, from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home, 1411 Vintage Lane, Greece. Tom's funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, Jan. 26, at 10:30 a.m. at Our Mother of Sorrows Church, 5000 Mt. Read Blvd., Greece. The Mass will be live-streamed at https://www.motherofsorrows.net/. Interment will be at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery at a later date.
Donations in Tom's memory can be made to Lipson Cancer Institute at https://www.rrhgive.org/find-a-cause/forms/lci-wave-2-acq, or Lollypop Farm at https://www.lollypop.org/get-involved/ways-to-give/ .
Tributes
"I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort for the Latona Family. The Beckford's"
"I remember Tommy back when he was about 12 years old. He was always smiling + very easy going. He always had a love for sports, + especially the Red Sox! I know he will still be rooting for them to win this year from heaven!! Heaven gained an angel! He will always be looking down on all of his family and especially during baseball season! Such a beautiful special video tribute to Tommy! He will certainly be missed. Our sincere sympathy goes out to all of his friends and family! Patti & John Milford"
"My favorite memory is talking with him as godfather to Sam McCagg. It gave me a chance to get to know him a bit since we were godparents together. He seemed so kind and laced back. Easy to talk too."
"I loved Tommy before he was even born. I was 10 years old and couldn?t wait to have a new baby brother in the house. He was the happiest little fellow, playing with his Fisher Price farm set, riding his Big Wheel and, when he was older, going to sporting events and concerts. Above all, he especially loved being with his family. He loved simple things like watching Star Wars movies and Red Sox games, celebrating the 4th of July, and eating cut-out cookies at Christmas time. There is no doubt in my mind that he is resting in heaven. I will carry him in my heart forever. ????"