Thomas “Tommy/Tom” Joseph Gaven, Jr. arrived at the pristine beaches of heaven on February 24, 2021, surrounded by his family and the peaceful sound of ocean waves. He was a devoted husband and soulmate for over 40 years to Maria Helena Knapik ofLivingston, New Jersey, and together they raised their children, Julie Marie (Ash), Marissa Eve, and Gregory Thomas in northern Virginia.
Born on June 11, 1958 inNewark, New Jersey, he was the eldest son of Thomas Joseph Gaven, Sr. and Doris Ann Delsandro. He was the best big brother to Edward (Janet), Robert (a.k.a. Big B), and Anne Marie Hughes (Joseph). His extended family of over 150 aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins will fondly remember his ever-present smile & kind, loving disposition.