Obituary of Thomas J. Masticola, Jr.

1927-2016 Thomas J. Masticola, Jr., "Coke" age 88, of Media, PA, formerly of Parkside, PA, died Thursday, February 4, 2016. Tom was born in Chester, PA and was a graduate of Chester High School. He then pursued his BA in Education from Penn State University and continued to be a proud alumnus. He was a US Army Veteran, who was decorated with a World War II Victory Medal and an Army of Occupation Medal. Tom went back to his roots and taught Science at Chester High School for 37 years, until his retirement in 1987. Coke was an avid baseball player, and a standout pitcher. In 1980, he was inducted into the Delaware County Baseball Hall of Fame as well as, the Chester High School Athletic Boosters Hall of Fame. Thomas cherished spending time with his family and friends. A kind and generous man, Tom was always ready to be a mentor to help students in any way he could. Son of the late Thomas J. and Carrie L. Thomas Masticola, Sr. Survivors: Wife of 64 years: Susanne Mignogna Masticola Sons: Thomas (June Ann) and David Masticola Grandchildren: Tommy and Angela Masticola Also survived by many beloved nieces and nephews Funeral Service: Tuesday, at 11:30AM at the Minshall Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home, Ltd., Middletown (Rte. #352) & Knowlton Rds., Middletown Twp., Media, PA 19063 Visitation: Tuesday after 10:00AM at the funeral home Interment: Lawn Croft Cemetery In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312 or www.Diabetes.org