Newmarket, NH – Thomas M. Lovering, 64, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2019 following a brief illness.

Born in Portsmouth, NH on February 21, 1955 to Richard Lovering Sr. and Elizabeth Sheldon Lovering.

He is survived by his mother Elizabeth, brothers Robert J. Lovering and wife Terry Towle, Andrew D. Lovering and wife Kathi, a sister in law Janise Lovering, as well as several nieces and nephews. Tom also helped raise 2 young girls, Michele and Maria Zoph, for 28 years

Tom was predeceased by his father Richard W. Lovering Sr; and his brother Richard W. Lovering Jr.

Tom was an employee of the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. He was a graduate of the Robert W. Traip Academy and also graduated from the apprenticeship program as a pipe fitter.

In his free time, Tom enjoyed target practice shooting with his friends and family, and the occasional hunting trip. He also enjoyed riding his motorcycles and driving fast cars.

There will be a celebration of Toms life Saturday June 29, 2019 at the Cape Neddick Baptist Church at 11AM. In lieu of flowers, donations could be made to the Heart Association.

Care for the Lovering family has been entrusted to the JS Pelkey & Son Funeral Home.