Thomas J. Hart passed away Tuesday, May 18 at Northern Westchester Hospital, Mt. Kisco after a long illness.
He is survived by Philip Papineau, his long-time partner and husband of 45 year, brothers James Hart (late Jean Hart) and Robert and Carly Hart, niece Ashley Hart, nephews Robert Hart Jr., Nicholas Hart and many cousins. He is pre-deceased by his parents, John “Jack” and Ann Hart.
Mr. Hart was a business education teacher at Arlington High School for 32 years, retiring in 2001. He was a co-founder of the award-winning Arlington High School Marching Band and Color Guard as well as Director/designer for the internationally recognized Admiral Winter Guard. His successes included Drum Major for the World Champion Long Island Sunrisers.
Calling hours are Friday, May 21, 2021 from 4-7 at the Wm. G. Miller & Son FH, Inc., 371 Hooker Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12603. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated May 22, 2021 at 10AM in Holy Trinity Parish St. Mary’s Church, 429 E. Allen St., Hudson, NY 12534. Burial will follow in the family plot in Cedar Park Cemetery, Hudson, NY. Those wishing to make a donation in Thomas Hart’s name may do so to St. Mary’s Church, Hudson, NY. If you wish to send an online condolence please visit our website at www.wmgmillerfuneralhome.com