1925
2013
Thomas F. Milardo, 88 of Marco island, Florida passed away on Thursday February 7, 2013 at home with family. He was born in New Haven, Connecticut on January 29, 1925. he was the son of the late Thomas R. and Gertrude Elsa Witt Milardo.
He graduated from West Haven High School and attended USMMA at kings Point academy in Long Island, new York.
Upon graduation from Kings Point in 1945 he was assigned to a troop transporter which took our soldiers to the Normandy Coast. Later he joined the American Presidents Line on many trips around the world. He also served time in the Navy as an Ensign. Then he went to the United States Lines Shipping Company and sailed between New York and Europe. The SS United States won the blue ribbon crossing the Atlantic between Europe and America as the fastest vessel.
He married Ursula Nora Gabriel in Germany in 1950 and then brought his wife to the U.S.. Several years later they had a daughter, Sharon.
After retiring from years as a first engineer, he worked for Bayar Co in CT as an engineer. After many years of vacationing on Marco Island, his family moved from Milford, CT to Marco in 1989 and later he became a substitute teacher for Collier County Public Schools.
He was predeceased by his wife, Ursula in 2009 and leaves behind his daughter Sharon and husband Konrad Mayerhofer, sister, Laura CM Lenox in Orange, Connecticut.
Funeral Service will be held Saturday, February 19 6pm at Hodges Josberger Funeral Home on Marco Island.
in Lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Avow Hospice
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January 6, 2014
Einar W Strom
Capt. Einar W Strom Sincere Sympathy
I sailed US Lines with Tom and he was
amongst the finest both personally and professionally.A good shipmate. E.
March 8, 2013
Irene Nolan
Sharon and Konrad,
I was so sorry to hear of Thomas' passing early in February. He was a fine man, loving husband and father. He had a mischeivious smile and subtle sense of humor. Over the past year, I'm sure taking care of Thomas must have been a real challenge for you both. Know that he is a better place, with the love of his life, Ursula, his liebchen, his darling. The way he said good morning to her, kissed her and called her liebchen always made me smile. That is love. Sharon, there was no doubt of their love for each other and their love for you. Sharon and Konrad, you have my sincere condolences. I hope you take some comfort from knowing his struggle is over. Sincerely, Irene
February 23, 2013
John Canapinno
IM sorry for your loss Sharon, I was treated very nice every time i went to your house. Your dads in a better place now. God bless you n your family.
February 22, 2013
Annette Wolfe
Mr. Milardo was a fine man. He helped me and many others in so many ways. A good person who provided for his family. May he rest in peace and be with his wife. My thought are with you Sharon and Konrad. You gave wonderful care to him.
Annette Wolfe
February 22, 2013
Annette Wolfe
Mr. Milardo was a fine man. A very good person who helped me and others in so many ways. He provided for his family and will be missed by many. May he rest in peace and be in heaven with his wife. My thoughts are with you Sharon and Konrad. You did a wonderful job of taking care of him.
February 15, 2013
Jeff / Ann Vallera / Taylor
May Mr. Milardo rest in peace, He is now in the hands of God. Our Prayers go out to the Family. Thomas now has his wings.
February 15, 2013
Pat
May you find comfort and treasure the memories of your loved one. I send my sincere condolences. (Romans15:4)
February 14, 2013
Linda Howald
Rest well Mr. Milardo
February 13, 2013
Linda Howald
Dear Sharon, Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. Your Dad was a wonderful man. He will be missed.
February 13, 2013
Dear Sharon,
We are very sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a wonderful man and I will always remember how kind he and your Mom were. Thinking of you.
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