Thomas L. Mitro

Thomas L. Mitro, 66, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed from this life on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at Buffalo General Medical Center, after complications of heart surgery.  Born on November 5, 1952 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Dominick G. and Rose I. (LaMortacella) Mitro.

Tom, as he was known to family and friends, was a lifelong resident and graduated in 1970 from Niagara Falls High School.  He proudly served and was honorably discharged from the United States Air Force. Tom, along with his brother and partner Dom, own and operate Mitro Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc., in which he was active until his passing.  Prior to working for the family business his father began, Tom was employed by Furnco Construction.

Tom was a communicant of the former Sacred Heart Church and currently St. Raphael Parish and a member of the Niagara County Judges and Police Association.  He enjoyed spending time with his family at their cottage at Pleasant Beach in Canada. Tom was an avid New York Yankees, Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres fan and a talented pianist.  Above all, he had a big heart, was a man that would do anything for anybody, always wanting to help and truly was humble and kind.  

Tom is survived by brothers, Dominic J. (Geri) Mitro, Anthony V. (Debbie) Mitro and Jerome C. Mitro; a longtime friend, Bonnie Beaudry and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  

Visitation will be on Tuesday, from 3-7 p.m. in the Chapel of OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY, where Tom’s funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 11th at 10:00 a.m.  Family and friends are also invited to attend committal prayers and his interment on Friday, September 13th at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph Cemetery, with Rev. Father Ivan Skenderovic officiating.  In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to a charity of one’s choice.  Arrangements are under the direction of Michael R. Goodlander.  Please visit www.goodlandercares.com for online condolences and to send a memorial tribute to Tom’s family.  

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