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Thomas Dissette Peschio, a native of New York who was raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, died December 19, 2024, in Vero Beach Florida, at 84 years of age.
Thomas Dissette Peschio was born September 15, 1940, in Buffalo, Erie County, New York. He was the youngest of three children of the late Daniel Dennis Peschio, MD and Lorretta Marie Dissette Peschio.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Daniel Dennis Peschio, Jr. and his sister Marialyce Peschio Tobin and her husband Kenneth William Tobin.
He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Judy (Wells) Peschio, his sons Tommy Peschio, David Peschio and wife Shannon; Joe Peschio and wife Elena, Eric Wells and wife Amy, John Wells and wife Stacey, Andrew Wells and wife Kari; his sister in law Janet Stuart, Jean Davis and her husband Gary, brother-in-law Greg Jorgensen and his wife Deb, Brian Jorgensen and his wife Brenda; his grandchildren Noah Peschio, Alexis, Carter, Mallory, Owen and Nora Wells, Adele Crick, Joe and Avery Wells, Mason and Riley Wells, Denise Peschio and her husband Joel, to whom he was a father figure, and his many loving nieces and nephews.
Thomas attended St. Anthony’s grammar school through the sixth grade and in the seventh grade began school at Saint Leo’s College Preparatory School, graduating in 1959. He entered St. Louis University in September of 1959, graduating in February 1964 (BS degree in Geology, Geography and Philosophy) and then attended Washington University in St. Louis in 1964 and graduating in 1966 with a degree of Master of Business Administration.
Thomas’ professional career, spanning 43 years, was centered on all the disciplines associated with investment real estate. He was licensed as a Real Estate Broker and a Real Estate Appraiser by the State of Nebraska. His ventures included, but were not limited to Peschio & Company, Maenner Realtors, and Lund Company. He retired in 2008 from AllCapital/GPT Properties, LLC, a successor in business to Government Properties Trust, Inc. and a subsidiary of Allco Finance Group of Sidney Australia. As an avocation, he also was licensed as a Private Pilot by the FAA.
His community involvement included but was not limited to serving on many Omaha, Nebraska non-profit boards. He served as treasurer of the Vero Beach Yacht Club, the board of trustees of Saint Leo’s University, and the finance committee of United Against Poverty in Vero Beach.
Those who know him would describe him as a man of principle, larger than life, and highly regarded among his peers. He was a man of many interests and passions such as sailing, hunting, photography, travel, music, and learning; all of which were only eclipsed by his love for his family. He will always be loved and missed by all who knew him.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Memorials can be made to IRC Volunteer Ambulance, PO Box 2240, Vero Beach, FL 32961 or to Saint Leo University online at your.saintleo.edu/give or by mail to Saint Leo University, PO Box 6665 – MC 2354, Saint Leo, FL 33574. Please note ‘In Memory of Tom Peschio’.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Paul C Jeffrey - Friend
December 29, 2024, 2:35 pm
Dear Judy; Barbara and I are so saddened to hear of your loss. Although it has been a long time since we’ve seen you both, we pray for Tom, and for you. We send our best wishes. –
vicki krecek - Friend
December 29, 2024, 3:45 pm
Read with sadness about the death of Tom Peschio – but also with happy and fond memories of working with Tom to address substandard housing in Omaha. Tom was a part of our great Agape group of friends who, together, brought various experience and prospectives to address community redevelopment objectives. Tom was always a great friend and always committed to finding out how to get an idea to work (as apposed to why it couldn’t be done.) RIP Tom and our love to Judy and their wonderful family. So many fond memories! Love, Vicki and Dave Krecek, Omaha
Jim Okell - Co-worker and friend
December 29, 2024, 10:20 pm
Hi Judy: I just noticed Tom’s obit in the Omaha World Herald today (December 29). I wanted to offer my condolences to you. Tom was CEO of Government Properties Trust, LC when I worked for him. He was the best boss I ever worked for and that spans a 35 – 40 year career in finance working for Peter Kiewit Sons, Inc. in Omaha and other firms in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He always had a great quip or some kind words to add in almost any situation (at work or play). I enjoyed being around him and can’t imagine what you must be going through. Frankly, I can’t believe he’s gone, and I know the shock is even greater for you. I hope memories of the happy times you had together can be of some comfort during this incredibly difficult time. My wife Debbie and me offer you the very best and hope that time will bring you and family some peace in the very near future. Rest in Peace Tom! We will miss you.
Timothy Mettenbrink - Co-worker & Admirer
December 30, 2024, 1:47 pm
Just last week I asked a mutual friend about Tom. I’m certainly saddened by the news and am sure he will be as well. In 1995 I returned to Omaha with my young family after 15 years living out of market. I met Tom at Pacific Realty and transitioned with him to the Lund Company. New to the Omaha real estate industry, Tom took me under his generous wings, had me join many meetings and introduced me to, what seemed like the entire City of Omaha. He understood immediately that I wasn’t a fit as a traditional commercial real estate broker and didn’t try to square-peg / round-hole me. Instead he brought me into situations where I could listen, learn, ask, and occasionally (but often enough) create an assignment for myself. Judy, please forgive me, I don’t recall ever meeting you. But, I certainly knew of you, particularly as Tom and I put together the FCSAmerica corporate office project. That, and the retail overhaul strategy, remain highlights of my career and built relationships that remain today. More importantly, it defined and framed my skillset, allowing me to build a professional life that has served my family well. Though we hadn’t seen each other for many years, Tom was always in my thoughts as a wise and selfless mentor. With heartfelt condolences, Tim
Michelle
December 31, 2024, 5:43 am
Dear Judy and Family, I just read of the loss of Tom. He was without a doubt the best mentor and leader I have ever had. I’ll never forget him giving me advice in his office at the Lund Company and then again when he worked at Govt Properties. He pushed me to do more and annually checked in on me and my family. I will always remember him fondly. He will be missed by many. Prayers to your family. Michelle Gibilisco