Mario Carlo Tomé

Mario, 88 years old, of East Lansing, Michigan, died peacefully in his sleep on October 25, 2022.  Born on May 27, 1934, in Maniago, Italy to Romano and Giulia (née Del Tin) Tomé and emigrated with his family to Canada in 1952 and later to the United States in 1963.  He was predeceased by his parents, brothers Nick, Frank and Peter, sisters Marianna and Emelda, and his grandson Anthony “Tony” Puckey.

He was a devoted and loving husband and is survived by Isabel “Margie” née Melko of 64 years.  Beloved father to Dr. Daniel Tomé (Andrea), Linda Puckey (Tim), and Lisa Fletcher (John).  Loving Nonno and inspirational spirit to Whitney Newhouse (Charles), Gabrielle Cojeen (Brody), Lindsay Fletcher (Cliff Cercone fiancé), Daniel Tomé (Zhenia), Madeline Tomé, Nicole Fletcher (Alex Rett fiancé) and Aaron Tomé (Dasha Krasavina fiancée) and great-grandchildren, Noah Newhouse and Julien Cojeen.  He is also survived by his dear brother John Tomé (Lucy), sisters-in-law, and many nieces and nephews.

He had a 50-year career as a craftsman of marble, granite, and terrazzo that can be seen in many beautiful buildings throughout the city.  With the help of Margie, they established a flourishing business (Alpine Tile and Carpet) that operated for over 30 years.  He worked with passion and always perfection driven.  He was well known for his excellence in craftsmanship and innovative style.  He was a mentor and generous soul, helping many both inside and outside the specialty trades find their success.  He selflessly gave of his time and talent to many organizations over the years.  A devout churchgoer, he enjoyed singing at church and also in the opera choir at Michigan State University.  As a self educated man he developed many interests from music, wine, food, politics…He was a passionate winemaker and worked with the agriculture department at Michigan State University to perfect his wines.  He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Visitation will be held at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel (325 W. Washtenaw Street, Lansing, Michigan 48933) on Sunday, October 30, 2022 from 1:00-3:00 p.m.  His celebration of life will be held at Saint Mary Cathedral (219 Seymour Ave., Lansing, Michigan 48933) on Monday, October 31, 2022 at 10:00 a.m., with visitation beginning at 9:00 a.m.  Lunch to follow at St. Mary Cathedral.  After lunch, interment will be in Summit Cemetery in Williamston, Michigan 48895.