Thomas Ferrara

Tom Ferrara was an automotive author, historian, and collector. Additionally, he enjoyed running marathons. Additionally, he served on the Board of the National Corvette Museum.

Ferrara reported receiving financial backing from several real estate agents and business owners as well as Vallejo and Benicia residents in his campaign reports, along with donations from fellow deputies and the sheriff’s office.

Early Life and Education

Tom Ferrara was raised in Youngstown, Ohio and graduated from East High School before attending Youngstown State University for his Bachelor’s in Mathematics degree. Following that he went on to obtain advanced degrees at Niagara and Pace Universities.

Ferrara began his law enforcement career as a Rio Vista Police cadet in 1978 before enrolling in San Joaquin Delta College’s basic peace officer academy on evenings and weekends while working full time.

He currently serves with the Solano County Sheriff’s Office as a Deputy Sheriff, while also sitting on Calvary Hospital’s Board of Directors and belonging to various community and religious organizations. Paul Latino leaves behind his beloved wife Philomena, sons Paul and Brian Latino, daughters Elizabeth and Claire Latino as well as grandsons Hudson Latino and Thomas Latino and numerous nieces and nephews he deeply loved.

Professional Career

Thomas Ferrara is co-founder and CEO of Edufficient. In this capacity, he oversees the expansion of both Edufefficient’s products and business as a whole, often speaking at industry conferences as a frequent keynote speaker. Thomas brings a vast amount of expertise in education management as he serves on multiple for-profit school boards as well as authoring books about education management.

He has long championed the cause of Catholic Church and religious liberty cases, defending religious liberties cases in courts around the country. His legal work centers on protecting sanctity of life issues while fighting unjust laws targeting Catholic institutions or infringing parental rights.

He is a member of the Thomas More Society and practices from his office in New York City. He hails from a family with roots in law enforcement as his father was once a police officer; additionally he served with honor in the US Navy himself.

Achievement and Honors

Thomas Ferrara is a highly decorated World War II veteran who earned the Silver Star, two Bronze stars, and three clusters of Purple Heart. Additionally, he holds several academic degrees – including his doctorate from Indiana University.

Ferrara won a Pictures of the Year International award in 2022 for his portrait of Dunia Sibomana-Rodriguez, a Congolese teenager who survived an attack by wild chimps in his homeland and went on to become a high school wrestling champion on Long Island. Ferrara remained with this case until Sibomana-Rodriguez was discharged from Stony Brook University Hospital.

He currently coaches men’s golf at St. Thomas Aquinas College and previously coached soccer for both high school and premier level travel teams. Additionally, he has worked as a golf pro.

Personal Life

Thomas Ferrara was an ardent supporter of both the New York Giants and Mets. He deeply cared for his family, was an amazing friend to those he encountered, was an expert business owner, was passionate about faith, and actively participated in many charitable causes throughout his life.

At Solano County for over two decades, Sheriff William Davis has proven his abilities in law enforcement by earning numerous certificates from both the Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission as well as California State University. Additionally, he has served as patrol deputy, field training officer, background investigator as well as receiving multiple awards for his service and work.

Net Worth

Ferrara started his career as a real estate broker before transitioning into acting, garnering praise for his portrayal of Turtle on HBO’s Entourage television series as well as for his comedic timing and endearing charm which cemented his place among fans.

His charitable activities touched many, and he frequently assisted charitable organizations. Additionally, he served on the board of Calvary Hospital. Furthermore, he was a dedicated family man, leaving behind his loving wife, children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews as his legacy.

He remained staunchly dedicated to the pro-life cause and fighting laws that target Catholic institutions, until his passing surrounded by family at age 67. Additionally, he was an avid sportsman having participated in football, basketball and baseball for his high school as well as volunteering his services as a volunteer fireman in his hometown.