Thomas Eccleston III, passed away on October 3, 2022, at the age of 82. He was the oldest son of the late Thomas Eccleston Jr. and Ruth Whipple. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Beverley Fairbanks of Bedford, NH (formerly of Warwick, RI) and three sons, Thomas Eccleston IV and wife Heidi of Pottstown, PA, Greg Eccleston and wife Jennifer of Amherst, NH and Richard Eccleston and wife Janet of Plymouth, NH; brother, William Eccleston and wife Mary Sue of North Providence, RI and predeceased by two younger brothers Richard and Donald. He is also survived by his seven grandchildren Connor, Tatumn, Tim, Tanner, Claire, Michael and Hazel who all affectionally called him "Bosco".

Tom was a dedicated teacher and coach of football, hockey and baseball for forty years at Pilgrim High School (RI) from 1963-83 and later at The Hill School (PA), Holderness School (NH), and Proctor Academy (NH).  He graduated from Burriville High School (RI) in 1958 and later earned an undergraduate degree from Bowdoin College in 1962 and a master's degree from Brown University in 1966.

He was a loving husband, dedicated and present father, and great storyteller to his adoring grandchildren. He made a positive impact on hundreds of former students and players.

Relatives and friends are kindly welcomed to attend calling hours on Wednesday October 12 ^th from 2 – 4 PM at the Rivet Funeral Home 425 Daniel Webster Highway in Merrimack. A celebration of life immediately following calling hours in the funeral home chapel where people are encouraged to share stories about Tom.

Charitable donations in Tom's honor may be made on his behalf at: The Lawrence Boys and Girls Club, 136 Water Street, Lawrence, MA 01841.