Obituary: William Thomas 'Tom' Generous, Jr., 83, Of Wallingford

WALLINGFORD, CT — (From Wallingford Funeral Home): William Thomas “Tom” Generous, Jr. died on October 25, 2022 in Carrboro NC. Born in Pawtucket RI on February 20, 1939, Tom was educated at St. Raphael’s Academy 1955, Brown University 1963 and received a PhD in American History from Stanford University in 1971.

Tom spent 8 years proudly serving in the United States Navy, lastly as a lieutenant on the U.S.S. Vance. He authored seven books, including "Swords & Scales," "The School Upon the Hillside" and "Sweet Pea at War."

Tom married his beloved wife, Diane, in 1964 and in 1971 they moved to Wallingford, where he made his career at Choate Rosemary Hall, teaching, coaching and serving as housemaster for 28 years. They retired to Carrboro, NC in 1999.

Tom was predeceased by his wife Diane. He is survived by his two daughters, Michelle Generous and Suzanne Prentice (Michael), grandchildren MaryJane and Tommy Prentice; his special lady, Patti Gamin; sister Donna Dufault, nieces Jodi Hayes (Scott) and Rebecca Roberts (Jamie Fisher); sister-in-law Nancy McMillan, niece Lauren Morawski; uncle Jack Myette; and several cousins, including Pamela Zappardino (Charles Collyer), Michael Myette (Patti), Barbara Krakowsky (Arnie).

As per Tom’s wishes, burial will be private. Arrangements are under the direction of the Wallingford Funeral Home.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Wallingford at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 22. Click here for information and to register: https://pp.events/avp1lVPq

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