Thomas Richard Partridge

Thomas Richard Partridge, 59, of Bethlehem, died on Sunday, September 20, 2009.

He was born in Bethlehem, the son of the late William and Kathryn Hottle Partridge.

Tom is survived by his loving wife of 24 years, Laura J. Venanzi Partridge of Bethlehem.

He was a Liberty High School and Millersville University Graduate.

Tom retired from Lehigh County Department of Domestic Relations after 25 years of service and was currently working as a Real Estate Agent for Weichert Realtors of Bethlehem. He dedicated over 35 years of his life to young athletes as a PIAA Football Official.

Tom will be lovingly remembered by his family, wife, Laura; daughter, Sara and son Joseph both of Bethlehem as well as a brother Ned Partridge, husband of Janet of Rockledge, FL.

He was preceded in death by his sister Peggy and brothers, Billy and Bernie.

Tom was a member of the Washington Republican Club, Heights A.A. and North End Republican Association as well as former secretary of the West Side Republican Club.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, September 24, 2009 from 5-8 PM at Connell Funeral Home, Inc. 245 E. Broad St. Bethlehem.

Services and burial are private at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Freedom High School Grid Iron Club c/o the Athletic Dept. 3149 Chester Ave. Bethlehem, PA 18020.