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Thomas Michael Rose

Thomas Michael “Tom” Rose, 68, of Branford, passed away peacefully on Feb. 7, 2024. He was born May 13, 1955, in New Haven to the late George and Mary (Gallagher) Rose. Thomas is survived by his five siblings: Kathleen Potter (Robert) of Guilford, George Rose (Frances Ricci) of Watch Hill, Rhode Island, James Rose (Margaret) of Guilford, Charles Rose (Gina Klein) of Hamden, and Mary Fournier (Robert) of North Haven. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and cousins, as well as his only godchild, Diana Rose. His many close friends will miss him.

Tom was an avid sports enthusiast who was not only a fan but also an active participant in many sports. He enjoyed tossing the ball with his brothers and, later on, with his nephews. He enjoyed attending sporting events with family and friends. A very special memory was the whiffle ball game in Watch Hill, where we laughed and sang, “Take me out to the ball game.” In addition to sports, Tom was a big fan of movies and music and could recite the lines word for word. He was a kind and compassionate person, and all would say he was a pleasure to be with. To know Tom was to love him.

Family will receive friends from 9 until the time of service at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 17, in the Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 43 Kirkham Ave., East Haven, with burial to follow at East Lawn Cemetery, East Haven. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice in memory of Thomas Michael Rose.