Thomas A. Nero
February 24, 1929 — July 12, 2022
Thomas Nero, a life-long resident of Brecksville, Ohio, met our Creator God on Tuesday morning. Tom married his sweetheart Patricia Wentz and they were happily married for almost 70 years. In addition to his loving wife, Tom is survived by his children Timothy Nero (Trish Keefe), Betsy Nero (Patrick Gibbons), Amy Reising (Richard – deceased) and grandchildren Emily, Molly, and Eric Reising and Magdalena Nero; and many loving nieces and nephews. Tom was predeceased by his daughter Kathleen Also by parents Nicholas and Beatrice, and brothers Bill, Chuck and Nick, and sisters Mary, Irene and Therese.
In addition to the early years of being a teacher, realtor, and summer camp director, Tom is best known for his amazing business sense that was to become Aurora Farms which developed into a furniture store, flea market and outlet mall. He greatly added to the charm of Aurora Farms with his talent as an auctioneer, his ability to sell anything, and his desire to connect with everyone he encountered.
It wasn’t until retirement that Tom enhanced his carving skills and won numerous blue ribbons.Tom was extremely generous with his time and resources and was very involved with collecting donations for the Christian Appalachian Project. He also hosted auctions for Hattie Larlham, Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital and several other charities. Tom served on various boards and it goes without saying he was always available and present to his grand children who he spoiled well into adulthood.
He was a Charter member of St. Basil the Great Catholic Church. His faith was central to his life. Tom’s wit, smile, kisses, compassion and generous heart will be greatly missed.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Centering Space, an Interfaith Ministry of the Sisters of Charity of St. Augustine, 14812 Lake Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107.
A MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL WILL BE HELD ON MONDAY, July 18 at 10 AM at St. Basil Church, 8700 Brecksville Road. PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH.
Interment All Saints Cemetery.
VISITATION will be held on Sunday from 2-4 pm at DONALD A. FAULHABER FUNERAL HOME, 7915 Broadview Road (at Sprague).
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