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Thomas M. Uzdavinis July 19, 1946 - May 12, 2020

Atkinson, NH – Thomas H. Uzdavinis, 73, husband of Susanne (Godfrey) Uzdavinis, passed away May 12, 2020 at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of the late Leon and Florence M. (Smith) Uzdavinis. Raised and educated in Haverhill, he was a graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1964. Thomas graduated from Boston College on a football scholarship in 1969. He was a national marketing strategist in the insurance industry for many years until his retirement. His career in marketing made him a well-lunched foodie, as he gathered monthly with his agents for lunch. Thomas was a frequent traveler to Newport and Chicago. An avid fisherman, he loved to be out on the water and kept his boat at Bridge Marina on Rings Island.. He was a member of the Lithuanian Gedymino Club of Haverhill and service organizations over his lifetime. A man of great faith, he was a communicant of the former St. Josephs and All Saints Parish in Haverhill. Thomas will be missed by his family and his friends.

In addition to his loving wife Susanne of over 49 years, he is survived by his daughter, Amy M. Hamel of Haverhill; his grandchildren, Rebecca and Christina; and his brother Leon Uzdavinis and his wife Susan of Eulyess, TX; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He also leaves his recently purchased boat, the Sveikas.

 

Due to the current healthcare crisis, services will be private. Arrangements are by the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. The family would like to thank the staff at Holy Family Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana Farber Cancer Institute. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the Haverhill Boys Club, 55 Emerson Street, Haverhill, MA 01830. Please visit Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook or www.comeaufuneral.com

Due to the current healthcare crisis, services will be private. Arrangements are by the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. The family would like to thank the staff at Holy Family Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana Farber Cancer Institute. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the Haverhill Boys Club, 55 Emerson Street, Haverhill, MA 01830. Please visit Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook or www.comeaufuneral.com

Condolences(21)

  1. Donald Perkins says
    May 13, 2020 at 11:43 pm

    Sorry for your loss. He was a real gentleman and great football players.

  2. Jennifer Kirby says
    May 14, 2020 at 1:26 am

    Sue,
    I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband . My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Thinking and praying for all of you during this difficult time. May the many memories you have help you through this time.
    Much love, Jennifer, Warren, Tyler @ Gabryella Kirby

  3. David Stasaitis says
    May 14, 2020 at 2:49 pm

    Sue,

    Maureen, Paul and I are very sorry for your loss. Tom was such a gentleman and a great, great guy. He touched everyone he met. He was world class and someone young men should aspire to be. We really appreciate you guys being a part and continuing to be a part of our lives. Maureen and I were just talking about our fishing trip back in May 2019 with Tom and my Dad. We had such and awesome time fishing. I believe Tom caught the first fish of the day! May he continue to catch fish in Heaven! We will pray for him everyday.

    Love,
    Maureen, Dave, and Little Paul

  4. Thomas Barrett says
    May 14, 2020 at 3:00 pm

    Years ago, I ran an independent insurance agency in New Hampshire. I remember, when Tom first made a call on the agency, he had to turn his shoulders and duck his head to get through my office door. He was a big man in every way.

  5. Anonymous says
    May 14, 2020 at 5:46 pm

    Dear Sue, I am so sorry for your loss our love and prayers are with you and Amy. Tom is probably sitting on a boat in heaven fishing. Love Pammy

  6. Ma LeMieux says
    May 14, 2020 at 6:43 pm

    Sue; I’m so sorry for your loss. My prayers for you and your family are For strength at this stressful time. M A LeMieux.

  7. Katie (Stasaitis) Lucey says
    May 14, 2020 at 11:07 pm

    Sue and Amy,
    My heart is broken for you both. I am so sorry that Tom is no longer physically here with us. He was one of the most standup men I know, so loyal, kind and generous and one of the last few gentleman on this earth.
    Who knew after he took me under his wing at Central 16 years ago, that we would all become family.
    I cherish each moment I spent with him, you and Amy and we will continue to make more beautiful memories together.
    I miss my Lithuanian buddy so much.
    We are here for you and Amy.
    Many prayers for Tom up in heaven and for you and Amy here.
    Much love,
    Katie (Stasaitis), Jerry and Jeremiah Lucey

  8. Anonymous says
    May 14, 2020 at 11:39 pm

    Dear Sue,
    I am so sorry that the love of your life had departed. I hope that you will have the strength to carry on as many people have . Elaine Pelletier ❤️

  9. Anonymous says
    May 15, 2020 at 2:24 am

    Sue and Amy: I am so shocked and saddened by Tom’s passing. My sincerest condolences to you and your family. Please know that we are here for you if you need anything. We were soo looking forward to spending time together at the beach this summer again. Lots of love to you. 💔

  10. Kathy Parker says
    May 15, 2020 at 2:31 am

    Sue and Amy, I am soo sorry to hear of Tom’s passing! He was such a gentle giant and a wonderful husband, father and friend. Please know that we are here for you. I was so looking forward to spending time w you at the beach again this summer 💔

  11. Cheri & John Watson says
    May 15, 2020 at 11:34 am

    Sue, I am so very sorry to learn of your husband’s passing. Please know I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

  12. Althea says
    May 15, 2020 at 3:50 pm

    Sue ,sorry to hear of Toms passing. Wish I could find the right words that would give you comfort. Sending prayers .

  13. Mike O'Brien says
    May 15, 2020 at 5:13 pm

    Sue, I so enjoyed lunches with Tom. He was always fun to be with. A big man with a big heart. Lunches were only second to seeing you and he at dinner and spending time, with the two of you. At times like this I remember the quote, “Don’t cry for I Am gone, but smile and be happy, for I was here. God Bless

  14. Elinor Chernesky says
    May 15, 2020 at 10:21 pm

    My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. I had the pleasure of getting to know Tom at our Lithuanian Club meetings. He will be sincerely missed. Prayers, Peace and Strength…

  15. Gary Lee says
    May 16, 2020 at 12:00 pm

    Dear Sue and Amy – I’m so sorry to hear about Tom’s passing. I’m sure you have so many wonderful memories to hold close to your heart. Thinking of you during this difficult time.

    With deepest sympathies,

    Gary Lee

  16. Dody and Bill says
    May 16, 2020 at 5:30 pm

    So sorry for you guys. We will miss Tom, tremendously.

    Love,
    Dody and Bill

  17. Jeff Janco says
    May 16, 2020 at 9:36 pm

    Sue,
    We are so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. May fond memories sustain you during this difficult time.

    Our deepest sympathies,
    Jeff & Laura Janco

  18. Amy says
    May 17, 2020 at 10:53 am

    For our friends unable to be with us on the hill yesterday at St. Patrick’s, this was the eulogy I gave:
    We are incredibly grateful for you to share this with us today. In these extraordinary times preparing was an impossibility. But for this brief time, here on this hill, we’re thinking about my dad… & my mum. Thinking about times & stories we could ONLY share closer than six feet.

    I admire your resiliency, my dearest friends, to join us on this hill and say goodbye to Tom. We, the Servants & Healers, will always rise above to answer those calls not everyone can hear.

    May you share in all the beauty there is in heartbreak. Gain strength from those beside you & give it freely to others.

    My father loved to fish & he & my mum owned boats for over 30 years… if you were lucky, said my dearest friend to me this morning, if you were lucky you fished with Tom.
    Tom’s passing reminds us to continue to fish. If they aren’t biting, have patience, but be ready to move the boat. Fishing can be about the food you later grill at home for your family with a sunburned neck. Fishing can be about the beautiful ritual of starting an engine & moving about the world different from the rest, on your own path & your own time. Fishing can be a series of comedic events ending in bloodied hooks & embellished details, nicknames earned & understood ONLY by those there st the time. Fishing can be the quiet nothing of the wait on the flat open sea where clearly God is with you.
    We will miss fishing with Tom.

  19. Diane Remington says
    May 17, 2020 at 8:30 pm

    Sue
    Sending prayers that you find comfort in your memories and stories along your journey with Tom and just know in the quiet of the night he is near. I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy.

  20. Ron LaPlume says
    May 18, 2020 at 2:20 pm

    My sincere condolences. I first met Tom at a Lithuanian Club meeting. When I sat beside Tom there was a warmth like he knew me forever. He was a very sincere, intelligent and gentle man. He will be missed immensely. My prayers and thoughts are with the family.

  21. Maureen Bean says
    May 22, 2020 at 3:03 am

    Sue and Amy,
    We are so sorry for your loss. Roy and I send our condolences. You both are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything we can do please let us know.
    With all our love Roy and Moe

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