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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 CT, 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. Celebratory services will take place in Carrboro, NC (February) and Wallingford, CT (April.) Check back in January 2023 for details. For online condolences Visit www.wallingfordfh.com Arrangements are under the direction of the Wallingford Funeral Home.
Posted online on November 10, 2022
Published in Providence Journal Above text is from providencejournal.com William Generous Obituary William Thomas "Tom" Generous, Jr. February 20, 1939 - October 25, 2022 Carrboro, North Carolina - 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 CT, 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. Celebratory services will take place in Carrboro, NC (February) and Wallingford, CT (April.) Check back in January 2023 for details. For online condolences Visit www.wallingfordfh.com Arrangements are under the direction of the Wallingford Funeral Home. Published by & on Nov. 13, 2022. Above text is from Legacy.com William Thomas “Tom” Generous, Jr. Obituary Service update: A Celebration of Life will be held in Wallingford at 12:30 pm on Saturday, April 22, 2023. 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 CT, 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 pm on Saturday, April 22. Click here for information and to register: https://pp.events/avp1lVPq The above text is from wallingfordfh.com |
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Diane B. Generous
Diane B. (Kowalchuk) Generous, Carrboro Diane B. (Kowalchuk) Generous, 69, died in her Carrboro home on Monday, March 12, 2012 after a six-year fight with multiple myeloma. She was the beloved wife of William T. Generous, Jr., known as "Tom," and the devoted and loving mother of Michelle E. Generous of Washington D. C., and Suzanne F. Generous Prentice of Wallingford CT, and she was deeply loved by her son-in-law Michael R. Prentice and her grand-daughter MaryJane F. Prentice, also of Wallingford. Ms. Generous served for a quarter century in the Admissions Office at Choate Rosemary Hall, the boarding school in Wallingford,where hundreds of students grew to love and respect her. After retirement from Choate, she served for a dozen years as the social director and party planner in the Bolin Forest Home Owners' Association in Carrboro, so the neighbors learned to love her, too. No one who knew Diane will forget her ever-present and loving smile. Calling hours will be 6-8pm, at the Walker Funeral Home, 120 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill. A funeral mass will be celebrated at the Newman Catholic Center at 11 am Friday, 218 Pittsboro St., Chapel Hill. Parking at both places can be found behind the buildings. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the UNC Lineberger Cancer Center, Campus Box 7295, Chapel Hill NC 27599-7295. Published in The News & Observer on March 14, 2012 PrintFollow this Obituary Guest Book Share your memories, express your condolences and add photos in the Guest Book for Diane B. Generous. "Tom, Suzanne, Michelle, Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. Diane was a bright light in my life during my years at CRH and beyond. Her enthusiasm and contagious smile warmed many hearts on gloomy days. My thoughts and prayers are..." Lee McLendon (CRH 1980) (Waterbury, VT ) "I will always remember Mrs. Generous with great fondness and love as our house mother at the Pitman House. With deepest sympathy, Charles W. Santoro (roommate of Jonathan Politano)" Charles Santoro (Greenwich, CT ) View full Guest Book (2 entries) Read more here: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/newsobserver/obituary.aspx?n=diane-b-generous&pid=156473064&eid=sp_shareobit#storylink=cpy |