Thomas Ferchaw, age 50, of Newton Falls, passed into eternal life on Friday, October 5, 2012. On June 17, 1962 in New Castle, PA; Michael Frank & Philomena (DeAugustine) Ferchaw were blessed with the birth of their son, Thomas. Thomas married the love of his life, Alma Heinzl on February 15, 1992 and they enjoyed 20 years of marriage together. Thomas had lived in Newton Falls for 15 years working as a plant manager for Tremco in Cleveland for 6 years. He was a member of the First Congregational Church in Newton Falls, where he was very active and served as a moderator. Thomas enjoyed sports and was an avid Steelers & Penguins fan. He loved hunting, fishing and most of all spending time with his family. Memories of Thomas will be carried on by his loving family; his wife Alma of Newton Falls; his daughter & her fiancé Samantha Ferchaw & Michael Hogue of Euclid ; his daughter Rebecca Ferchaw of Newton Falls; his brothers & their wives Dr. Michael & Rebecca Ferchaw III of Painted Post, NY, Eric & Mary Ferchaw of Plum, PA & Robert & Marianne of New Castle, PA, many nieces and nephews and his beloved dog Sissy. He was preceded in death by his parents Frank & Philomena Ferchaw. Calling hours will be held at the James Funeral Home in Newton Falls on Tuesday, October 9, 2012 from 2:00PM to 4:00PM and 6:00PM to 8:00PM. Funeral Services will be at the First Congregational Church in Newton Falls on Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at 11:00AM, where there will be calling hours one hour prior to service time. Rev. Eric Bing will be officiating. Family and friends may view this obituary online or to send condolences please visit us at www.jamesfuneralhomeinc.com. Arrangements are being handled by James Funeral Home, 8 East Broad Street, Newton Falls, Ohio (330) 872-5440