Thomas R. Soja

NORTH CANAAN —Thomas R. Soja, 59, passed away on Nov. 18, 2021, following his battle with lung cancer.  He was the loving friend to Shelly Rice, her family, and many special friends of North Canaan.

Tom was born on March 25, 1962, in Middletown, Conn., to Judith (Gates) and Ralph Soja.

He was a Remarkable Carpenter, Avid Golfer and a member of the Northwest Connecticut Rod and Gun Club.

Tom helped build the chapel and “Stairs to Heaven at the Bell Tower” at St. Joseph Church.

Tom is survived by his mother, Judy; his two children, Benton and Abigale Soja; his sisters, Lisa Turner and Denise Soja; his brothers, Greg Soja and his wife, Frances, and Robert Soja and his wife, Maryann.

He was predeceased by his father.

The Kenny Funeral Home will be handling all arrangements.

Services will be held at a later date, following the holidays.

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