Thomas Sparacino
October 31, 1955 ~ February 28, 2017
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
God's faithful servant, Thomas Sparacino, 61, went to be with Jesus Tuesday, February 28, 2017.
Born in Asheville, Mr. Sparacino was a son of the late Sebastian Barney and Virginia Scott Sparacino. He served as an A.P. with the US Air Force and spent his working career as a salesman in wholesale foods for more than thirty years, most recently with US Foods, where he served as Senior Territory Manager.
Tom was baptized into the Christian faith as an infant at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church and was later confirmed at the Basilica of St. Lawrence. He was a disciple of Christ and member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church where he served in many capacities, including as an Elder.
He is survived by his wife, Nancy Honeycutt Sparacino; daughter, Amanda Sparacino Leeson (Ryan); grandson Elijah Thomas Leeson; sisters, Dolores S. King (John), Lynda S. Webb, And Angela S. Lewis (Tony), and brothers, Tony Sparacino (Teresa) and Jeff Sparacino (Tamara); mother-in-law, Juanita Honeycutt; sisters-in-law, Regina Haas (Paul) and Karen Searcy (David); brother-in-law, Dennis Honeycutt (Melanie), and many beloved nieces and nephews, as well as his four legged friends Simba and Isabelle.
A celebration of his life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday at Emmanual Lutheran Church with the Rev. Dr. Michael McFarland officiating. A private family interment will be held at a later date.
The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service and again following.
Memorials may be made to Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 51 Wilburn Place, Asheville, NC 28806.
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Tommy was the kindest soul. He always had time to ask about others and listen. He was a great friend to our son, Matt, who was born with down syndrome. He always took time to view Matt’s journey thru life on facebook and send words of encouragement to Matt.
We thank you Tommy and we will miss you.
Nancy, we want you to know what a difference he made in Matt’s life.
Tom and I used to work together at Sysco. So very sorry to hear of his passing. Praying for God’s peace and comfort for the family at this very difficult time.
I am so Blessed to have met Tom almost thirty years ago. It was at a Christian retreat. ‘Emmaus’. Tom was a leader on the team that put on the retreat. It’s sole purpose, to share the Gospel of our Lord Jesus. Getting to know Tom and Nancy, over the years, this is how they live their lives as well! They are ‘Beaming’ with Gods Love. A perfect representation of what being a Christian is. Although Tom will certainly be missed very much by So many, he ‘ran the Good race’, and is, without a doubt, in the presence of our Lord Jesus.
We are so saddened to learn of Tom’s passing. I had the pleasure of hiring Tom and his brother Jeff when he worked with IJ Company. Later we all worked together at Sysco Food Service for many years. Tom will be missed as he was a dear friend…rest in peace. Prayers and comfort for Nancy and the family in the days ahead. Much love and hugs!!
I am so sorry to learn of Tommy’s passing. We went to Asheville Catholic High together back in the early 70’s, but lost touch many years ago. I remember him being a bright, hilarious and fun loving guy. My sincere condolences go out to his entire family. Rest in peace my friend.
To all the Sparscino sisters and brothers, to Nancy and Mandy, my heart is saddened by the news of Tom’s passing. I am so blessed that God allowed my path to cross with this wonderful family and know this is so difficult for each of you! Tom was a wonderful man and will be so missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you for comfort and strength during this very sad time.
My love and prayers! Barbara Harris
Our hearts are broken at the passing of our beloved friend. Though we had known each other only a couple of years, he became such a force in our lives and helped us so much in getting our business up and going. It was like we had always known him and always looked forward to his visits. It was hard to do business when we were having such a great time when he came. We will never forget his smile and kindness. This world has lost a wonderful man. He will be sadly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family.
Very sad to hear that you all have lost your baby brother, Tommy. You will always feel that the family is incomplete as all the brothers and sister get together. I know because my brothers, sister and myself feel this way always about missing our little brother, Bill. God Bless Tommy and all his family. You will be in our prayers.
Angela and Family, so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
So sad to hear this. We lived in the same neighborhood growing up. I have many fond memories of the Sparacino family. My sincere condolences to the family.
May he R.I.P.
so sorry everyone,Tommy was a great guy and will be missed by everyone who new him
Dear Sparacino Family, I am so sorry about the passing of dear Tommy. May he Rest In Peace and may all of you find comfort and love in Our Lord. God Bless you all.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Sparacino family, Tommy and I went to St. Eugene’s together – seems like a lifetime ago.
Wishing you Peace.
Susan Sobol Watkins
So sorry for your loss, Gods plan is always better no matter what, I know you all love the lord and he has called an angel home. Love you all
So sorry for your family loss, sounds like a man who really loved the Lord. Praying for peace during this difficult season.
So very sad to hear this. Tommy was a wonderful person. Always happy and had a kind word for everyone. Praying for his family. He will definitely be missed.
Love and prayers to everyone in this amazing family.
Love and prayers to Dodie and family – so sorry for your loss. We know he will be dearly missed by your amazing family.
I knew Tommy for a long time and I never saw Tommy when he wasn’t smiling and glad to see me. He was always laughing and happy. Sometimes it would be years since the last time we saw each other but he treated me like his best friend. It’s a shame that we don’t tell each other how we feel about people until it’s to late. Tommy was truly a special man and we lost a good one. Rest In Peace..
Nancy, we are so sorry to hear about Tom. Prayers for you and your family.
Our love and prayers to all of Tommys family our lives crossed paths many times in the food industry. He was great person and I grateful to have known him .Sincerely,David and Kim Linville
Dear family,
Please accept our sincere sorrow for your loss and wishes for your peace, comfort, and healing. We know Jesus Christ is with you now. God bless all of you and may The Lord’s arms wrap you all in His comfort and peace.
From the Yoham family,
Bud, Cyndi, Brian, Jessica, and Matt.
Oh, Nancy and Mandy I am so sorry to hear this. I know you are heartbroken. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this time and the days ahead. May the Lord wrap his loving arms around you and bring you comfort.
Gail and I are deeply shocked to hear of Tom’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and Amanda God bless you and family. Fred, Gail and boys.
Nancy and Mandy
My heart is so saddened for your loss as well as all the other people who loved
Tom. He was so good to me when my mother passed that I would look forward to knowing it was Wednesday and he would be making rounds. I knew he was going to lift me up and make me smile. He never left without a hug and the simple words I love you, and I would always reply that I love you too and you tell my Nancy I love her. He was such a sincere person that I always knew he meant it. You both must be proud to have been the wife and daughter of such a caring and loving man. Love you both and your in my heart and prayers.
God’s sweetest peace to you, Nancy. I could tell Tom loved you dearly by the postings he put on Facebook. He was a compassionate human being, a good friend, and I’ll miss him terribly.
My dearest Sparacino family, my prayers are with you now and every day to come as you learn to live without your loved one. He was a special man who brought light to all who knew him. God gives you your memories to warm your hearts and souls throughout eternity.
Nancy,
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that your sorrows are lessened knowing that Tommy is in the arms of our Lord. I know I haven’t seen any of your family in over 20 years but still have fond memories of all the Honeycutt clan, and think of you often. Keeping you in my prayers.
Love, Vickie Lee Russell
Well you shared the birthday of my most favorite person in the world, my Grandmother. I had forgotten that. You passed on my nieces birthday. Such coincidences but then again not. I felt like you were family and a treasure almost immediately when I first met you and worked for you. You will be sorely missed. Not enough nearly of great people in this world, so I am proud to say that I knew one of them named Tom Sparacino. RIP my dear friend. Much love. You will never be forgotten.
Dear Nancy, Amanda and family, John and I offer you our sincere condolences. We are here for any/all of you in whatever you may need now, or in the future. Please don’t hesitate to ask. We will remember Tommy always, as the kind, funny and loving man he was.
With our deepest sympathy,
Our love and prayers are with your family during this time of heartbreaking loss.
May you all find comfort together and hold his memory close to your hearts.
Sincerely ,Chuck,Robyn and Chris McCrary
Prayers go up for all the Tom Sparacino family. Tom was a great guy to be around during work or leisure time…will always remember his BIG smile and hardy laugh….was a true Christian who was never afraid to spread the Word. I Know today will be a hard time for the family…..may God grant his peace and love to all of the family.
So sorry to hear about Tommy prayers for u Nancy and your family such GOOD memories of him
Praying for his family and friends during this time of sorrow. May the Lord Jesus bring you comfort and wrap you with His loving arms.
Nancy and Amanda, and all the Sparacino Family, Marvin and I are sadden by the sudden lost, Just know God is in control, and He had other plans for Tom, and His work on earth was done. Thoughts and Prayers for the future days ahead. One day we will all see Him again, with His Joyous, Smile. He is with, Aunt Virginia and Uncle Tony, rejoicing. MAY GOD BLESS ALL.
Love, Marvin and Janet Scott
My heart is over flowing from all of the wonderful comments about my little brother. Life will never be the same for us. my Papa always called the six of us his rubies. We lost a ruby but Jesus gained a bright shiny diamond.
Tom told me a week before he passed that he had dreamed he had dinner with my husband, Charles. They can have dinner every night now. that brings me a lot of peace. I love you, little brother. You will always be in my heart.