New Haven, VT - Thomas J. Marotta, 85, was born in Long Branch, NJ on July 15, 1940. He peacefully passed away at home with his wife and family by his side on Aug 2, 2025.

Tom was a lifelong member of Union Beach, NJ Fire Company #1. He served in the U.S. Air Force.

On Oct 18, 1975, he married Carol. He worked for International Flavors and Fragrances of Union Beach, NJ from which he retired in 2000. After retirement they moved to Debary Florida. In recent years they split their time between Florida and Vermont where they enjoyed spending time with family and going to the lake.

Tom is predeceased by his parents, Tom and Helen. He is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years, Carol. Two stepsons, Michael and James Nolan and their spouses, Lisa and Sophie. Grandchildren Christopher, Sean, Kathryn, Corrine and Andrew. Two great grandchildren, Camryn and Avery.