Thomas J. Risi

Thomas J. Risi, 83, of Shillington, PA, formerly of Lafayette Hill, PA passed peacefully at his home on Feb 18, 2024. Beloved son, brother, uncle, and dear friend, Thomas was born on October 16, 1940, he lived a long and active life and was a kind and loyal man, always willing to lend a helping hand, and be there for family, friends, and neighbors. He will be dearly missed by all.

Thomas attended St. Aloysius Academy, LaSalle College High School and LaSalle College. In his early years he gained a love of rowing and made lifelong friends with whom he has stayed close. He served in the U.S. Army and had a special place in his heart for Munich, Germany where he was stationed for several years. After his military service, he worked in diverse fields, ultimately retiring from the Teamsters Union in construction.

Thomas was predeceased in death by his brother Anthony P. Risi, Jr., his mother Rita M. Van Harper Risi DiGiacomo and her husband Bernard V. DiGiacomo. Thomas is survived by nieces Kristin M. Risi (Brian Gatlin), Karin A. Risi (Sean McHale), Grandniece Quinn C. McHale, Grandnephew Benjamin G. McHale, and Godson Michael J. Di Renzo.

Those who knew Thomas know he liked to do things his own way and strongly valued his privacy. In lieu of funeral services, and to honor Thomas's wishes, he was cremated and interred in a private service at SS. Peter and Paul Garden Mausoleum, in Springfield, Delaware County, PA. All who wish to honor him, and his love of animals, may donate to Pennsylvania SPCA https://www.pspca.org/tribute-memorial-gifts in his memory.

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