Thomas Joseph Grace

Thomas J. "Tom" Grace of Ft. Lauderdale died July 20, 2022 at Holy Cross Hospital in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. He was 69. A beloved and devoted father, grandfather and brother, Tom was Born and raised in Niagara Falls, NY, and attended Catholic school and Delaware State University. He also served in the U.S. Air Force and was honorably discharged in 1974. Tom was a licensed tile and marble contractor/owner for over 30 years. He also volunteered at Deerfield Beach Elementary School for the annual installation of children's handprint tiles and the art club's peace sign mosaic. He was also a licensed real estate agent. Tom is survived by three daughters: Audra Grace (Joe) Leech, Alissa Grace (Nik) Keydel and Christina Grace (Lopez), all of Wellington FL, as well as seven grandchildren. Tom loved his family above all else and was involved and supportive in the lives of his grandchildren: Angelina and Anthony Leech, Cooper, Molly, Wesley and Katie Keydel and Gemma Lopez. He is also survived by a sister, Linda Grace-Kobas (George Kobas) of Williamsville NY, and two nieces. He was the son of the late Walter and Wanda (Romanek) Grace of Niagara Falls, New York, and brother of the late John Grace of Delaware. Tom will be remembered for helping those in need, his wisdom and sense of humor. He will be sorely missed by his family, friends and acquaintances. The world is a lesser place because of his absence, but heaven is surely richer with his presence. A short visitation will be held at the funeral home on Monday, Aug. 8 at 9:30 a.m., followed by a procession to South Florida National Cemetery, 6501 State Road 7, Lake Worth, FL. 33449. Burial service to be held at 10:30 a.m. (Lane 3). Remembrance lunch to follow, friends and family welcomed, 3605 Lago De Talavera, Wellington, FL 33467