Thomas E. Wangler

Thomas E. Wangler, a resident of Chestnut Hill, passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2024., at age 85.

Tom was the devoted husband of Gail M. Wangler. Son of the late Catherine B. (Schimmer) and Clarence P. Wangler of Buffalo, NY. He was the cherished father of Julie Anne (Kenneth) Belou of New Orleans, LA, and John William of Chestnut Hill, MA. Tom was loved by his granddaughter Alexandra and his step-grandchildren Kortney (Robert), Kenneth, Jr. (Marley), Katie (Chris), and seven step-great-grandchildren, all of New Orleans, LA. He was the treasured brother of Paul (Karen) Wangler of West Falls, NY, Ann (late William) Sayers of Akron, NY, Mary (late Jack) Young of Pembroke, NY, David (Marilyn) Wangler of St. Albert, Alberta, Canada and the late Joan (late Clarence) Stark of Akron, NY. Brother-in-law of Daniel (late Linda) Reid of Fairport, NY, and the late Suzanne (late Frank) Dunn of Fort Collins, CO. Many nieces and nephews also survive.

Prof. Wangler graduated from LeMoyne College in 1960 and was inducted into The LeMoyne College Gold Wave Athletic Hall of Fame in 1990 for his cross-country achievements. He received his PhD in religious history from Marquette University. Afterward, he became an associate professor of theology at Boston College for 44 years as a specialist in the history of religion in America and American Catholicism while devoting much of his time to advocating for the Theology Department's Graduate Studies Program. Tom was also an author recognized by his peers in the College Theology Society through their annual award for the best article published in the field. Before and after his retirement, Tom spent many wonderful days at his summer home in Dennis Port on Cape Cod. Wings Wangler's generosity, courage, and ability to be audit-ready every month will continue to inspire his family daily. 

Memorial contributions can be made in his memory to the Office of Campus Ministry/Newman House, Boston College, McElroy 233, 140 Commonwealth Ave Chestnut Hill, MA 02467. 

The interment will be private.