Thomas James Koloniar, Sr.

Thomas J. Koloniar Sr., 84, passed away Monday, October 19, 2026.

Preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Mary Koloniar; his siblings, Patricia, Daniel and Michael. Tommy is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Sandy Koloniar; sons, Jim Koloniar and Nathaniel (Meghan) Koloniar; daughter, Gretchen (Hayden) Shrock; siblings Dennis (Joan) Koloniar and Peggy Koloniar; grandchildren Elena, McKenna, Kaelyn, Kamryn and Kenny; many nieces, nephews, loved ones; sister-in-law Becky; and special friends, Mark (Christie) Schott, Don (Debbie) Kelly, and Rich Nowak.

The family wishes to thank the hospice care team at Mercy hospital for their compassionate care and support.

Tommy was a U.S. Navy veteran who served during the Vietnam conflict. After his discharge, he worked at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, where he met his wife, Sandy. Together they raised a family that Tommy often referred to as his greatest accomplishment.

Tommy loved fishing, bicycling, and woodworking. He opened his own furniture restoration business, The Refinishing Shoppe, which he operated for more than ten years before retiring. In retirement, he enjoyed traveling throughout the western United States with his wife, Sandra. He also enjoyed discovering new blends with his winemaking buddy, Don.

An avid Cleveland Browns fan, Tommy looked forward to spending Sundays watching the games with his friends, Mark and Tony. Tommy will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Tommy's close family and friends will gather on Tuesday, October 27, at 12:45 p.m. (all those attending please arrive by 12:15pm) for interment and a brief service with military honors at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.

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