Thomas R. Schofield

TURNERS FALLS, MA - Thomas R. “Tinker” Schofield, Jr., age 69, passed away Friday, June 3, 2016 surrounded by his loving family after a period of declining health. Thomas was born August 26, 1946 in Winchendon, MA. He was known as “Tinker” because he was known to say, "I am a Jack of all trades and a master of none". Tinker grew up in Ashuelot and Hinsdale, NH, and later resided in Keene and Concord, NH, before settling in Turners Falls. He was an avid stock car race fan and was frequently involved at Monadnock Speedway. He is survived by two sons: Michial Schofield and his wife Nanci, Thomas R. Schofield III and his wife Kimberly all of Webster, NH; two daughters: Bonnie Williams and Cindy Rodriguez of FL; a brother: Joe Schofield and two sisters: Loretta Armentrout and her husband Richard, and Ruby Watts all of Athol; 16 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and long-time companion, Monique Bennett of Greenfield. He is predeceased by his mother Mary M. (Fecto) Clow and brother, R. Michael Schofield. A celebration in Tink's memory will be held Saturday, June 18, 1-4:00 pm at the Franco-American Club, 592 South St in Athol, Mass. Private services for the family will be held at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Hinsdale, NH at a later date. To send an online condolence please visit www.mackfamilyfh.com. Higgins-O’Connor Funeral Home, 146 Main Street, Athol, is directing arrangements.