Obituary: Thomas J. Golino Jr., 68, of Fairfield

From Lesko & Polke Funeral Home

Thomas Joseph "Tommy G. from the Hollow" Golino Jr., 68, of Fairfield, passed away suddenly on Saturday, March 11, 2017 while vacationing in Palm Beach, Florida.

Tom's memory will be embraced by his children Shannon Golino, and her husband John Moore, Thomas J. Golino, III, and his fiance' Stacey Rogers, and Tara Golino; His pride and joy, Eric Thompson, was his first grandson but was more like a son; additionally cherished grandchildren, Bella Moore, Destinee Rodriguez, and Christian Cotto. He is also survived by his brothers Eugene and Philip Golino. In addition to his beloved wife, Linda Rotolo Golino, Tom was predeceased by his sister Deborah Golino. Tom is also survived by several nieces and nephews; as well as his girlfriend Melodie Langdon.

Born in Bridgeport on February 9, 1949, he was the third child of the late Thomas J. Golino and Josephine Vitrella Golino. A lifelong resident of Fairfield, he graduated from Andrew Warde High School in 1968. Afterward, he proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp during the Vietnam War. He was a truck driver for Red Coach Trucking.

Truly passionate of the sports of baseball and football, he found great enjoyment as an umpire and referee for many years for all ages. He was an avid fan of both the Yankees and Giants. If not on the field, he could usually be seen behind the grill or in the kitchen creating a delicious meal for family and friends.

Above all, he was a dedicated loving father, husband, papa, brother, uncle and loved his friends dearly. He was a lover of life, the glue to our family, and the memories and love he gave will last a lifetime. He will truly be missed by all.

Calling hours will be on Friday March 17, 2017 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Spear Miller Funeral Home, 39 South Benson Road, Fairfield, CT 06824. His funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 11 AM directly in Holy Family Church, 700 Old Stratfield Road, Fairfield. Interment with military honors will take place privately at a later date in St. Michael's Cemetery. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lesko & Polke Funeral Home.

At his family's request, a Go Fund Me page has been established (https://www.gofundme.com/TommyGolino). To order flowers online, travel directions, or to sign his guest register, visit Lesko & Polke Funeral Home here.