Thomas Anthony Recupero

RECUPERO, Thomas Anthony, June 5, 1935 – July 17, 2025, passed to eternal rest peacefully of natural causes at his Stoughton, Massachusetts home on July 17, 2025, surrounded by his family at his bedside. Tom shared the last 63-years with his beloved wife, Claudia, with whom he raised their eight children, Elizabeth (Bitsy) Recupero and partner Pamela Farmer, Alicia Recupero and partner Michael Waumett, Thomas (T.J.) Recupero, Stephen Recupero and wife Theresa, Peter Recupero and wife Carmen, Michael Recupero and wife Hope, William Recupero and wife Stephanie, and Christina Oliver and husband Jonathan. Together they blessed him as proud “Papa” to his twelve grandchildren, Carolyn Recupero, Stephen Recupero, Jr., Christopher Recupero, Amelia Recupero, Charlie Recupero, Sophia Recupero, Katie Oliver, Madison Recupero, Maya Recupero, Tommy Oliver, William Recupero and Luke Oliver. Tom was also loved by many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Tom was born in 1935 in Boston, MA, raised in the Fields Corner neighborhood of Dorchester, MA, by parents, Thomas J. Recupero and Rose (Trifiro) Recupero, along with his sister, Anna (Recupero) Tretter. He attended The Mather School and Boston English High School, and recalled his time at both fondly to his children over the years. Following high school and a brief time in sales, Tom received an earful of guidance from a friend and coworker, to whom he was forever grateful, convincing Tom to continue his education; first, with a post-graduate year at Thayer Academy, followed by a biology degree from Boston College, eventually leading him to Georgetown University Dental School and a career in dentistry. More importantly, it led him toward his then-future wife, Claudia, who was attending Trinity University, in Washington, D.C., studying to be a teacher at the time.

In 1962, Tom and Claudia married and chose Stoughton, Massachusetts, as their new home, where Tom established Park Dental Associates, while Claudia began a career as a teacher in Sharon Public Schools. Tom spent the next 63-years fully engaged in the Stoughton community, through Lions Club, Sons of Italy, church groups, and the several terms he served in Town government as an elected member of both the Select Board and School Committee. A vibrant dental practice, along with the expanded reach that comes with eight children and a gregarious nature he had since he was a young boy, Tom built a large family and so many friendships. From Fields Corner in Dorchester to Washington, D.C. to Stoughton, Massachusetts, he cherished them all.

Tom had a gift for connection and everyone he met instantly became a friend. He had a genuine love for people and warmly opened his home and dinner table to all. Tom brought joy and enthusiasm to everything he did. Whether he was orchestrating airport pickups, hosting lively gatherings, or simply checking in on a neighbor. For those lucky enough to have known him, Tom was unforgettable—a bright light, an inspiring presence, and a heart wide open to all. Above all, Tom was devoted to his family and was endlessly proud of his eight children, twelve grandchildren, and many beloved grand-dogs. His light and legacy lives on through them and the many friends whom he considered family.

Visitation will be held at the Farley Funeral Home, 358 Park Street, Stoughton on Monday July 21st from 4-7 PM. Funeral will be held the next day Tuesday July 22nd at the funeral home at 8:45 AM, followed by a Funeral Mass at Immaculate Conception Church, 193 Main Street, North Easton, MA at 10 AM. Interment will be held at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Stoughton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Old Colony Hospice and Palliative Care, 321 Manley Street, West Bridgewater, MA 02379.