Thomas Stevenson Close, 68, died suddenly on February 10, 2026, at his beloved Uncle’s Goodwill Farm. Born in Baltimore, Tom was the beloved son of the late Albert Patterson Close and Mary Lucile (Robinson) Close.

Tom was a graduate of St. Margaret School, John Carroll School, and Harford Community College. He proudly served in the United States Coast Guard Reserve. Tom’s childhood days started on Roland Avenue in Bel Air, where he was a proud member of the “Robinson Street Gang.” He had an early interest in western horseback riding, livestock, and agriculture. He was a member of Harford County 4-H, where he showed pigs and steers. He worked summers at his uncle’s farm in Churchville until his family obtained their own farm in Level.

As an adult, Tom found his passion in sales and land. Initially a real estate agent, and later in his career, he partnered with his childhood friend Bob Wilson and started developing land. Along with two other close friends, he built and operated Forest Hill Mini Storage and the Bel Air Car Wash. In 2001, he bought and renovated Uncle’s Good Will. There, his passion for livestock continued, where he raised cattle—from Charolais to Hereford angus cross and eventually Akaushi. He and his partner started Bel Air Racing Stables, buying broodmares, breeding, and racing thoroughbred horses. Tom’s love of land also included his prize vegetable garden, where he took great pride in raising his spring, summer, and fall vegetables. His reward was sharing his bounty with friends, family, and neighbors.

Tom loved anything outdoors and was always eager to plan a hunting and fishing trip. In his downtime, he enjoyed happy hours and talking with his many friends. He valued friendships and family and loved communicating with all of you. He often ended a conversation with “I love you.”

Tom is survived by his beloved wife, Concetta (Cosentino) Close; his sons, Thomas S. Close, Jr. (Cora) and John Patterson Close; his siblings, Albert Patterson Close, Jr., Clare Close Miller (John), Geoffrey Robinson Close (Jeanne), Mary Lucile Hatter (Bill), Jane Close Levering (Terry), and Robert Williams Close; and many nieces and nephews.

Tom was preceded in death by his brother, James Adams Close.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Highlands School, 2409 Creswell Road, Bel Air, Maryland 21015, or to Harford County 4-H, 6 Cherry Hill Road, Street, MD 21154.