Thomas E. Irish

Thomas Irish Obituary

Newburgh - Thomas E. Irish entered into rest on Wednesday, November 28, 2007 at home after a long illness. He was 78 years old.

Son of the late James A. & Ethel Irish, he was born on January 16, 1929 in Syracuse, N.Y., and grew up in Napanoch, N.Y. He was happily married for 34 years to his loving wife, Evelyn, who passed away on November 19, 1985.

Thomas proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy and was a longtime member of St. Patrick's Church in Newburgh. His journey in life continued as he moved his young family to Newburgh and worked at Stewart Air Force Base as a fireman for over 20 years, until it closed. He spent a number of years at White Plains Iron Works as a welder, and finished his career at Castle Point Veteran's Hospital, retiring in 1992. He was also a member of the Iron Workers, Local 455.

He is survived by his children: Joseph Irish, Robert Irish and his wife Eileen, and Susan Irish - all of the Town of Newburgh; 6 grandchildren: Erin, Jason, Brian, Christopher, Michael and Rachel Irish; sisters, Sally Brown and her husband Herb, and Kathleen Midboe; sister-in-law, Eleanor Irish; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by: his brother, James F. Irish, sister, MaryAlice McQuillan and daughter-in-law, Maureen P. Irish.

Visitation will be held from 3-6 p.m. on Sunday, December 2 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave. Newburgh, NY 12550.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Monday, December 3 at St. Patrick's Church in Newburgh. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Thomas' memory may be made to the Town of Newburgh Ambulance Corp., South Plank Rd., Newburgh, NY 12550, or Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties, 800 Stony Brook Ct., Newburgh, NY 12550.

To send a personal condolence or for directions to the funeral home, please visit BrooksFH.com or call (845) 561-8300.

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Published by Times Herald-Record from Nov. 30 to Dec. 1, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Irish

13 Entries

Bob Conway

December 8, 2007

Joe,Bob,&Sue, I just found out about the passing of your Dad,I'm very sorry for your loss. I first met your dad at McDonalds when he and my dad would meet for morning coffee. I remember his laughter and smiles,and how he would always brag about his kids, you could tell he was proud of all of you. I'm sure you all have pleasant memories of your dad as I have of mine. Take Good Care and God Bless

John (Jack) Flynn

December 6, 2007

I had the pleasure of working with Tom as a Crash/Rescue FF @ Stewart for many years and found him to be a very talented, knowledgable person. He also was a special friend and I was happy to meet him again at Castle Point, even though we did not work together. At present I am still involved in firefighting as the Chief of the Sparrowbush ENgine Company and I have to give a lot of credit to Tom for inspiring me to carry on in this field.

Chris DiCesare

December 2, 2007

Your family is in my prayers.

Kit, Don & Shannon Schaupp

December 1, 2007

Joe, Bob, and Susan,
Kit and I just received a call from someone who saw Uncle Tom's obit in the paper. We both have good memories of time spent with you and your parents as we were growing up. Having walked where you are walking we offer our condolences, support, and prayers for all of you. We will send a donation to Hospice in Uncle Tom's honor.

Lord Bless You and your families,
Kit, Don & Shannon

Bertha Mead

December 1, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Rick Napolitano

December 1, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

James Barry Johnson

December 1, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Candy Scott

December 1, 2007

Eileen and Family:
I was sorry to read of the passing of your father/grandfather. You are in my prayers.

Angelo Mascioli

December 1, 2007

Joe & Family,
My thoughts & prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Angelo

John DiRusso

November 30, 2007

I knew Tom from Castle Point. He always had a smile. My condolences to his family.

Gary Cloutier

November 30, 2007

I worked with Tom from 1964 to 1968 @ Stewart Field. He was a wonderful person who smiled every day. I'm a better person to have worked with him and known him. He will only make heaven a better place.

William Sprague

November 30, 2007

Dear Joe and Family,
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your father. I wish we had known him as he appears to have been a great man who served his community unselfishly. I am sure that he was proud of you for following in his footsteps. God bless you and your family in this difficult time. Bill & Alice Sprague.

Edward Mc Manus

November 30, 2007

I enjoyed many days working with Tom at Castle Point VA. There wasn't a day that went by that we had a laugh or two. My Sincere
Condolence.

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