Thomas F. Haverfield 1939-2025
SUN CITY CENTER, Fla. — Thomas Franklin Haverfield, 86, departed this life peacefully at home in Sun City Center on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, entering into eternal rest. He now joins his beloved wife, Carole Diorio Haverfield, who passed away in 2016. Together again, they are painting side by side in spirit, just as they did in life.
Born to Charles and Helen Haverfield, Tom was a proud graduate of Bowling Green State University, where he met Carole. Their love story spanned 53 years of marriage.
Tom dedicated over 26 years to education as a high school art teacher and sports coach, inspiring countless students along the way.
His passion for watercolor painting earned him numerous awards and recognition in the art community. He was invited into Canton art museums to display his work.
Tom had many accomplishments in bowling and also played hockey for the Toledo Blade. He loved doing his sports radio announcing for WBBW in Youngstown, providing color for local sporting events.
Tom’s memory will be cherished by his loving companion, Gina Smith; his children, Dr. Heather Haverfield and Shawn (Chantel) Haverfield; and his seven grandchildren, Trenton, Gianna, Luke, Skyler, Dominic, Cooper and Leia. Tom also leaves a sister-in-law and brother-in-law in Ohio, June Diorio Kretzer and Attorney Alan Kretzer.
In lieu of flowers consider donating to CARE, 1528 27th St. SE, Ruskin, FL 33570, the adoption center Tom rescued his loyal dog Fox from, or a charity of your choice.
A committal ceremony will be Friday, Nov. 28, 2025, in the chapel at Calvary Cemetery, 248 S. Belle Vista Ave., Youngstown. Friends are welcome to pay their respects to Tom’s family at 11:30 a.m., with a prayer service to follow at noon.
All who knew Tom are invited to join in celebrating his life, legacy and the joy he brought to others.
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