Thomas Peter Lagatore, Sr., 94, of Columbia, died on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. Born in Atlantic City, NJ, on January 6, 1930, he was a son of the late Dominic "Tom" Lagatore and Hermine Hahn Lagatore. Mr. Lagatore was the Vice President of RH Lagatore and Associates where he assisted so many families through the years with their cemetery needs. In his spare time, he enjoyed being with his family and playing golf.

Survivors include his sons, Thomas Lagatore, Jr. (Cynthia) and Alan Lagatore; grandchildren, Lisa Branham (Joel), Olivia Osland (Andy), Alania Lagatore and Matthew Lagatore (Katelyn); great-grandchildren, Raylee Branham, Samuel Branham, Oliver Lagatore; great-great grandchild, Kadyn Branham; as well as his wife and mother of his sons, Joyce Lagatore; and sister-in-law, Rose Lagatore; and nieces Gina Fiorentino and Nancy Cutter. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Dick Lagatore; and son, Paul Lagatore.

A private entombment will be held in the Mausoleum at Crescent Hill Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 o'clock, Monday, November 4th, at Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, 7600 Trenholm Road Ext., Columbia.

The family suggest memorials be made to your Church or either to a local Church or Charity of your choice.