Condolence: Tom and I taught together at BHS for many years. But Tom did his student teaching with the Lynn Public Schools Senior Band, which I was in from 1955 - 1960. He once told me a story about Lynn music students making fun of Aaron Harris, a brass instructor. They didn't know that Aaron was John Philips Sousa's soloist, but Tom did. He corrected them at once.
thanks Tom

Ed Chapdelaine, retired BHS teacher.

Condolence: Memories are what keep our loved ones close.
Lots of good memories of Tom.

Condolence: Mr. V. You were a friend of my families', and a great music teacher. Thank you.

Condolence: A fond memory I have from many many years ago is the smile from Tom when I gave him my Dad's really old trumpet!
Thanks for making music so much fun for my son Mark.

Condolence: Thank you Mr. Vento for teaching me to play TROMBONE. I played in the BHS Band. Plus I went on to play in the ARLINGTON CONTINENTALS Big Band at the BOSTON GLOBE JAZZ festival.
We even cut a 45 rpm of One O'Clock Jump.
You will be greatly missed !

Condolence: Gia, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. You are in my prayers. R.I.P Tom

Condolence: Tom. you were a wonderful teacher colleague, and fellow musician in Big Band Revival in the 1970's 1980's God bless you
retired BHS teacher Ed Chapdelaine

Condolence: So very sad to learn of Tommy's passing. He was a good friend, a fine musician, and a treasured colleague who will be deeply missed. Through the mercy of God may he rest in Peace, and may perpetual Light shine upon him.

Condolence: Gia sorry for your loss. Lots of good times on Douglas Ave with the Vento family.

Tom Carney

Condolence: Tom, I am so glad to have met you. My Mom and I feel privilged to have known you and hope to get to know Gia even better. Gia we are always here for you. You help me as much as I try and help you. We will see you Friday a 11:00 a.m. Let us know if you need anything. I will call you tonight if you want to talk. Love, Anne