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Ray Diaz
June 7, 2025
Tom. we all did a lot of good work in the 25. We made a difference. RIP
Ray Diaz
March 12, 2025
Tom. "the Duke" was a well liked and respected member of the 25th Precinct. Was thinking of him after watching a movie about the horrendous crime in E 116 St. May he RIP.
Kathy Colleran
February 8, 2025
Dad
Please look over Kathy .. She's needing Alot Of Prayers Right Now .. im sure you're Right there with her .. Sending A " Happy Birthday Cowboy "
Love ,
Kathy ( your Chiefess )
Maggie Colleran
February 8, 2025
Happy Birthday Daddy
On your birthday .. I´m reminded of the loving .. devoted .. and fiercely protective person that you were .. Dad, I´m forever grateful to be your Daughter and I miss you so much .. I hope you´re having a beautiful birthday up in heaven .. I WILL LOVE YOU FOREVER!! Keep Watching Over Us All .. We Need You
Kelly Huffman
June 12, 2024
Papa ,
I love and Miss You . On this sad day we face every year , we have thoughts of the best memories anyone could of asked for !! Thank you for loving me , my brother , then came along Thomas after . I know you watch over us and love us more than anything! You're a great grandpa !! We were so happy to visit with you so you could meet my husband and newborn son . It was important to us xo
Papa , I love you big huggs & kisses !
Love,
Kelly , Anthony, & Roman
Maggie Colleran
June 12, 2024
Its been 18 years dad that you left us ... time sure flies quickly !! Always Love & Miss You Dad xo
We need your strength right now .. hope you are standing right beside us !!! I think u are !! Cheers to another year in paradise .. I'll Always Choose You !! Wish I Had A Chance .. Huggs Daddy .. xoxo
Always ,
Maggie
Jim McGinnis 25pct 70s families 116st pool swim
August 26, 2023
Kathleen O'Shea
June 9, 2023
Missing you everyday! Please watch over us all! Love Always Kathy
Maggie
June 9, 2022
It soon will be 16 years that you left us ... I haven't written in awhile. You're still so loved & missed .. will always remember you Dad .. never forget ever !!! Keep eyes on us Dad .. direction is needed ... happy anniversary in heaven
Love You Forever,
Maggie
Maggie Jimenez
November 14, 2020
Hi Dad ,
Missing & Love you so much. It just doesn't feel real. I'll be seeing you really soon ..
Maggie Colleran
June 11, 2019
Its been 13 years since you've left us .. I've never been the same .. my world was crushed losing my most Favorite person in the world .. my protector .. my mentor .. my Daddy
I'll never understand the circle of life .. as I am still trying the best I can .. I think of you and mom every day I am blessed to open my eyes ! We will all be together again one day .. but until then continue looking over us .. cause we still need you so much !! Your grandbabies live thru your legacy .. they know everything about you .. wish you could have known them .. but I know you watch over them 24/7 !!! You are my first love .. my best friend .. and the best father anyone could ever be blessed with !! Anyone who crossed your path was lucky to call you a friend .. you are loved by many ! You make us proud!! Rest Easy Daddy .. we'll be together again !!! No worries .. we got it from here !! Love you my Daddy .. Forever
#NYPD #MyFirstLove
#NeverForget #BestPapa
#CowboyColleran #wholovesyababy ? We Do Daddy xo
God Bless You Always
Aidan Jimenez
January 19, 2018
Dear Papa
I looked you up online, I wish I had the chance to know you, rest in peace. I love you papa.
love Aidan
Kathy Colleran-O'Shea
December 6, 2017
Missing you so much Dad but I know you are with us when we need you Love you DAD
Maggie Colleran
October 3, 2017
I Remember You In A Thousand Different Ways ... In The Morning , At Night ... When I Look At The Stars , A Special Day , A Song .. A Place .. A Smell .. I Think Of You Every Day And Miss You Like Crazy !!!!
With Love & Huggs ,
Maggie
Maggie Jimenez
February 8, 2017
Happy Birthday Daddy
Maggie Colleran
July 1, 2016
I Light This Candle .. I'd always choose you !
I Love You Daddy xoxo
Maggie Colleran
July 1, 2016
Hi Dad ,
Always Thinking Of You .. Missing You More & More Each And Every Day !! I Get Through By The Pictures And All The Fabulous Memories We Both Shared. I Havent Felt Your Presence .. But I Understand.. Kathy Needs You More Than Ever Right Now ! Please Please Be With Her Through This ! I Hope To Head Down Soon .. As Soon as Shes Ready ! We Still Look Over Her .. Something You'd Want Us to do ! I wish we had more time to talk .. about things ! We will fix it all and Always do the right thing ! Im all about that ! Kids are well .. moms doing ok .. i ask you to sprinkle some miracle dust over her n kathy ! You are loved more than you know . We havent forgotten you and never will ! You were always our Rock ! You should be here with us .. ive becoming a little depressed lately .. hope you can pull me thru ! Its easy to say stand tall and fight ... but how can i when im sad most of the time . Sometimes i wanna be with you .. but then i think of my babies . I'll pull thru one way or another . My love for you will never ever End or be forgotten . You remembered your mom your whole life and cried . That will be me .. You Were My Home xoxo
Love You For Always ,
Maggie
Maggie Colleran
May 27, 2015
Missing You .. Terribly .. ❤
Kathy Colleran-O'Shea
February 8, 2015
Happy Birthday in Heaven DAD, thinking of you today and always forever in my heart, my Dad, my Hero!
Danny Hayes
February 7, 2015
Didn't know til today, Tommy, that you were gone. Always thought we would meet up again and laugh about growing up on Marion Ave. See you soon.
Maggie Colleran
July 31, 2014
Missing you xoxo
Maggie Colleran
June 7, 2014
I Wish You Were Here !
Maggie Colleran
February 8, 2014
? Today I wish for strength ...not just for me ... but for my Children ..
my Brothers & Sisters , Nieces & Nephews .. who may need it more than I do ! Remembering the greatest Huggs ever ..The ever so handsome face .. beautiful Laugh and smile ! With all my HEART & SOUL .. I am grateful .. that GOD CHOSE YOU to be my DADDY! HAPPY HAPPY ??rd BIRTHDAY IN HEAVEN & CHEERS to you my daddy ... for a Job well done !! Ya Know What ? I'd CHOOSE YOU TOO !! Your love & protection .. was more deeper than ANYTHING I have ever seen in my Life ????
Always R.I.P.
I will forever LOVE you ..
? Ill see you again someday?
Maggie Colleran
February 8, 2014
Happy Birthday xoxo
Maggie C.
February 11, 2013
Belated Happy Birthday !! Missed wishing you through legacy , but not in heart & home !!! Hope you enjoyed your cake this year .... We loved it like always ... Love u dad !!! Happy "72"
Always ,
Maggie
Maggie Jimenez
December 31, 2012
*** Happy New Year ***
With Love Always,
Maggie
Maggie Colkeran
December 27, 2012
I love ¥o¥ .... -n- pray with -n- for you Always !!
Maggie Jimenez
September 8, 2012
Hello Dad ,
Feeling a bit down & confused ... Wish you were here to lend me your ear ... Life seems a little tough just about now ... Wish you were here to guide me through. A few week's ago , I went through surgery for my back ..
It was extremely painful for me , I had a lot of support here at home ... & as well from your beautiful grand daughter's Kerri & Erin! Meant so much to me ... & at the same time ... Proved what family is all about , & that's always being there for one another , something that sadly has changed ! Heading to Manhattan shortly to visit Momma , I sure do miss her a lot as well ! , wish she was here ! Through it all ... My children have also been wonderful , including my little Billy ( Thomas ) !!!
So young & small ... Helping Mommy is all that he has been wanting to do! They as well ... have made me so proud I've been extremely blessed with 3 amazing children ! May you rest in peace & continue to watch over us ... We all need you ... Wish you were here !
With Enormous Huggs ... Eternal Love & Endless prayers ,
I love you xoxoxoxo
Always ,
Maggie
maggie colleran
August 22, 2012
My Father is a man like no other. He gave me life , nurtured me , taught me , dressed me , fought for me , held me , shouted at me , kissed me , but most importantly ; loved me unconditionally. There are not enough words I can say to describe just how important my Father was to me, and what a powerful influence he continues to be ! R.I.P. My Daddy. I miss and love you more and more each day that passes , but you already know that ! Please Always watch over and protect us. No one could ever do a better job ! I love you Dad xoxo
Always , Maggie
Kathy O'Shea
July 22, 2012
Missing you terribly, I have a big hole in my heart!
Kathleen Colleran
June 19, 2012
My Cowboy: Hope you liked the beautiful roses for Father's Day from me and the kids and grandkids....Sunday was a beautiful day and Mrs. O'Connor, Mrs. Prendergraf & I enjoy chatting while we all visit our loved ones! My messages to you sometimes don't print up here...I know I told you that Billy graduated college....Hooray I know how proud this made you! Marty, Celia and the 3 kids are coming down to Fl. in July and I can't wait to see them. Aidan & Peter made their First Holy Communion in May and they looked so cute....I miss you more every day....please watch over all of us and know how much we all miss you. Squeezes, hugs and kisses, Your chiefess, "Vera V."
Kathy O'Shea
June 18, 2012
Happy Father's Day in Heaven Dad! You are Truly Missed, Please watch over all of us !
Kathy Colleran-O'Shea
March 23, 2012
God Bless Dad - I know YOU are shining down on me !!! Candles for Everylasting Love !!!
I could feel you hold me up today as my knees were so weak and I'm so tired! I felt you walking with me and watching over me! Let's get this deal done Dad - So I can get back in action :) I know you are there, I just know that you are sprinkling magic all around me. Always and Forever! Love Your Daughter Kathy
maggie colleran
March 22, 2012
You are always the light in my eyes !!
Maggie Colleran
March 21, 2012
I love and miss you so much !!! I really need you right now :( Feeling so alone ... Never was like that when you were here . A phone call made it all better !!!! I hope you are always at my side ..... With loads of love and hugs , Maggie
KATHY COLLERAN
August 28, 2011
My Dearest Cowboy: I love you and miss you so much...I have been getting e-mails from Gerry Colbert and Anna over in Germany. He remembered Aug. 11th was our anniv. Of course, I had Mass said and attended that day for us...I know you watch over me....I hope you were watching over ALL of the Colleran clan this past week....Hurricane Irene came to visit...didn't bother us in Fl. for a change but went all the way up the East Coast right to NY...Tommy took Erin with him to his bldg. and stayed there Sat. night...I talked to him this morning and they survived okay. Lots of flooding in NJ... Cookie got water in her basement but no wind damage so far....my 50th high school reunion is coming up in Sept. and I think I am going...I will stay with Ellie & John ...they want to pay my airfare but I said No Deal! Ellie & I will stay overnight with some of the other old bags at a JC hotel...they are all calling me down here and bugging me to come. Gianna Rose just celebrated her 1st birthday...she is so cute! The other younger ones, Petey, Aidan and Thomas will make her tough and she will probably run the whole group some day LOL! I love you and miss you. Your Chiefess, Vera Vicious!
Kathy Colleran
July 31, 2011
My dearest Cowboy: I am feeling a lot better...Dr. Sperduto took me off the anti-depressant meds and I am doing pretty well...a few setbacks...but not like before! I am putting the sad and upsetting things away from me and concentrating on only good things. I had to get a new a/c for the Boynton apt. last week ($2500.) but I had no choice...miss your input with some of these necessary decisions. I put it on my credit card and can make payments. Seagate is a mess...so much work being done here! Dot Nanna came to Mass with me this morning and also to the cemetery....hope you like the beautiful roses....they smelled so beautiful too. Dot has lost a lot more weight and continues her battle with the cancer. I really miss you more every day and I firmly believe that "time does NOT heal all wounds"... I think the Colleran kids will all agree on that.I went fishing with 3 of the "girls" about a week ago on "Seamist" and caught Nothing (not even a cold) but Ellie and Lin got so seasick (they don't even know how to bait a hook)...I was wishing Tommy and Marty were with me!!! I love you Thomas Joseph Patrick Colleran, my handsome Irish NYPD detective!!! Me in HB Fl
Kathy COLLERAN
July 7, 2011
My dearest Cowboy: I love you and miss you so very much....I am still not feeling all that well...I am glad I was able to spend some time with you esterday and I am glad I got you a brand new flag (the other one was worn)...weather here is lousy but, amazingly, it stopped raining when I was at the cemetery....keep watch over all of us as I know you do...Love, Me
Kathleen O'Shea
July 5, 2011
I wanted to wish you a Happy Father's Day but couldn't find the link online for the guestbook - I guess it's fixed now - missing you and knowing you are watching over us and that you know how stressful everything has been this year.
Then comes the answer which I know you would say, as you said many times before - Step back - Stand Tall and Be Strong - and I can hear you whispering that in my ear. I can feel you all around us especially at Kelly's Graduation and Maggie was thinking you are that little bird that stops by on the porch every morning, not wanting any food but just stopping by to check everything out and bringing a daily blessing :) I do believe in miracles and angels and know you are watching over us all giving us the strength we need to get through anything that comes our way.
I Love You Dad and Miss You Every Day!
Love Kathy
Maggie COLLERAN
July 4, 2011
*** Happy Birthday America and Happy 4th to you too !! Will never ever forget you or what you stood for ! Sad to say .... I Think some have ! God bless you ... My heart , thoughts , prayers are with you ... I love you .... Always , Maggie
Maggie Colleran
June 20, 2011
5 years have come and gone ... I would say " you have no idea " but you would've if it were one of us ... I know you .... With my heart , soul , and every breath I take ...you are missed and loved so very much. You sure were one of a kind. We still speak of you often and carry on your stories ... Passing them along to your darling grandchildren. Brian , Billy and Nicky are so blessed they got to know you the best .. that's ok ... The others are blessed as well cause they are told all about you all the time ! You are a huge part of Kellys projects in school and even her senior scrap book which I want to show nana some day ! That's how much you made a difference in our lives as well as these children ! We did a great job dad. You are proud , I know ! You wouldn't accept anything less ! Went to church and Thomas lit a candle for you ... Kept asking " where is he ... Up there " haaaa soo cute. We love u sooo much ... Always , Maggie xoxoxoxo
Maggie Colleran
June 20, 2011
*** HAPPY FATHER'S DAY IN HEAVEN ! *** I love , think of you, and miss you everyday of my life ! You sure earned your title and deserved this day more than many. Always R.I P. Dad ... Always , Maggie xo's
Kathleen Colleran
June 19, 2011
Dearest Cowboy: I love you and miss you more than ever....5 yrs. ago you left us here but I know you are with me always..I am not doing so great right now and need your help....stay close my handsome Irish cop...they played our "LaVie En Rose" song on the Alaska cruise several times so I knew you were there with me! I miss you every day and night..Love always, your Vera Vicious Wild Irish Rose)
Kathleen O'Shea
February 8, 2011
Happy Birthday Dad, Missing You So Much and Thinking of You Always!
Love Kathy
maggie colleran
February 8, 2011
Sending You Happy Birthday Wishes .. Love and Miss You All The Time ..
With Love Always , Maggie
xoxoxoxoxoxo
Kathy Colleran
January 5, 2011
My dearest Irish Cowboy cop! I love you sooo much...I just wrote a long note to you and I couldn't send it through...
Maggie Colleran
January 1, 2011
Happy New Year !! Love and Miss you !! Huggs and Kisses ....
Always, Maggie
December 27, 2010
Merry Christmas in Heaven Dad! We miss you Terribly! Wish I could hug you and never let you go! Love Kathy
maggie colleran
December 25, 2010
I light this candle .. On this Christmas day .. For you !!Thomas J. Colleran ...God Bless You Always !!
Maggie Colleran
December 25, 2010
Merry Christmas !! Stopping by to send my love , kisses , and huggs ! I will Always remember ... Never ever forget .. your handsome face and loving smile.... and those great big huggs that always took all of my pain away !! Missing you ...
Always your Daughter,
Maggie
Tom Colleran Jr
September 28, 2010
Hello. Dad. Just a moment in my day to say Hi and remember. Never forget.
Always in my heart.
Your Loving son
Tom Colleran Jr F.B.D
Kathy Colleran
July 15, 2010
Dearest Cowboy: June 11th....Father's Day and every Sunday I am with you. I will alays love you, my handsome Irish cop...I know you are with me and the kids always! Some days I wonder how I can keep going without you next to me and then you give me a sign that you are here with me always. Little Chris is not doing too well...the vet bills so far are up to almost $500.00 and he does not seem to be improving. I have to give him 3 different medicines twice a day plus a special cream for his skin where he has picked out all of his feathers. I went up to N. Y. for Marty Sweeney's Memorial Mass and burial. Tommy Jr. came too and brought Kerri Ann...she is getting so grown up now at 13! I hope she will grow up to be a very smart and classy young woman....keep your eye on her and watch over all of us. Had fun with Kelly, Aidan and little Thomas. Kelly's graduation pics. are gorgeous....she is growing up so pretty and seems to have a pretty good head on her shoulders. Her mother , naturally, is concerned now that she is getting her driver's license. This too shall pass!! Maggie picked me up at the airport and the kids were with her....she drove me to Joan & Brian's. Aidan actually found my luggage on the carousel, can you believe that? Michael came over too and we all had pizza. I also got to see Marty Celia, Marty is our very own baseball star, and little Petey....now Marty & Celia await the arrival of their little girl! I am happy we will soon have the 4th granddaughter! It is hard for me to write because, sometimes, my tears get in the way....I will always love you and miss you more each day....goodnight my Chief and Cowboy. Your Chiefess "Vera V"
Tom Colleran Jr
June 21, 2010
Happy Fathers day in Heaven Pop..
Tom colleran Jr F B D
Maggie Jimenez
June 20, 2010
Dearest Daddy,
***Happy Fathers Day !*** You Are The Brightest Star In The Sky . I will forever love and miss you every single day of my life !
With eternal love always,
Your Daughter,
Maggie
Kathy O'Shea
June 12, 2010
Another year of missing you terribly - still I felt you were with me yesterday for a while as I got through my day - working nonstop and losing that $10K deal because client didn't listen as time was of the essence and he should have ran with me there the day before! Within 20 minutes he was just too late - but working on condo deal and that's so time consuming, 2 days of paperwork to get in order but it will be done soon.
I want to say, I wish you can see me now, but I know you can and I bit my lip yesterday and worked continuously to be productive and somehow was able to get through this day!
You were and always will be my shining star, my strength, my driven force and my backbone. I would give anything in the whole wide world just to hug you and kiss you Dad, if just for a second! I love you forever and miss you terribly!
Love your daughter Kathy
The Best of the Best
Tom Colleran Jr
June 11, 2010
Happy anniversary in Heaven. 4 years seems like yesterday.Hoist a pint today for the COWBOY.
REST IN PEACE POP.
Never Forget the good times,Always in my heart.A true NYPD Cop to the end.Your legacy lives on forever.
Your Loving Son Tom Colleran Jr.F.B.D
Maggie Colleran
June 11, 2010
*** Well the day has come, that I light a candle for you every year at 2:02 am in memory of you .. You are always on my mind and I will ALWAYS remember You .. My Daddy ... be at peace ... Loads Of Love & Huggs .. I wish I could Hug You Right Now ....
How I wish Heaven Had A Phone ***
Always,
Maggie
April 20, 2010
Hey dad,
another day of bad news.marty sweeney is up in heaven with you now.marty was there for me when you passed away.i didnt know him at all,then we sat down had a few drinks,and he responded god im sitting here with tommy.that hit me in the chest ,harder then you ever did ,when you pounded your chest.i liked him ,he was funny and a good friend.he said i had your sincere eyes,your looks and your strong shoulders.he said you are tommy all the way.well i always felt lucky to have so many good qualities,but this was a dear friend to you and kathy,who had nothing but great words about you.he will be missed by all.welcome him home .have a beer with him and send me the bill.
till we meet again watch over us
your son marty
love marty
Tom Colleran Jr
April 16, 2010
Hey Dad, Think of you every day, How would Dad handle this!!!!!
Miss you more each day,Keep a eye out for us and guide us through out the good and bad times.
Your Loving Son
Thomas Colleran Jr F.B.D
marty colleran
April 11, 2010
hey dad,
its been a while.we lost a good man on saturday.he was my old boss george.he was a good guy.he gave me a chance and i took it.he made me responsible,and showed me alot of the buisness im in.all of our employees said the same thing,what a good guy.please welcome him home,and give him a hug and get him a cold one.he is your kinda guy.im sorry you never met him before,but beleive me when i tell u ,i owe him .i miss you all the time kids are doing good.marty and petey playing baseball ,getting bigger all the time as the days go on.pray for mom,she hasnt been too good lately.keep watching over our entire family.we all need our angel.
love you and miss you dearly
your son marty
Kathy O'Shea
March 18, 2010
Thinking about you on St. Patrick's Day and always Dad!
Love you so much
Kathy
Maggie Colleran
March 17, 2010
Well it's your favorite day!! I know how much you loved it! Happy St.Paddy's day dad to you , grandma and grandpa! Love you soo very much and Miss you more! Who Loves You Baby ? We DO !!!! Look over us!!
Always,
Your Daughter and Most Precious treasure ..
Maggie
Maggie Jimenez
February 10, 2010
Sending Birthday Wishes To You My Beloved Daddy !! Had A Birthday Cake For You , Aidan And Thomas Blew Out The Candles For You! When I Said Make A Wish, Aidan Said " I Wish I Could See Papa "! He Is The Sweetest Little Guy Dad! You Would Just Love Him To Pieces! But I Am Sure You See That And Know The Reason Why He Was Spared Life And Given To Us ! What A Boy!! We Will Remain To Celebrate In Honor Of You ! It Makes Us Grateful To Have Had You In Our Lives! Remember Without You , There Would Be No US!! :O) .. We Love You Dad .. Always ,Maggie
Kathy Colleran-O'Shea
February 9, 2010
Happy Birthday in Heaven Dad - I miss you and have been thinking about you every day and yesterday especially remembering your birthday. I wondered what gift I would have hand picked for you as I always topped each present every year LOL - Miss you so much
Love Kathy
MARTIN COLLERAN
February 8, 2010
DAD,HAPPY BIRTHDAY IN HEAVEN.WISH THAT YOU WERE HERE WITH US.ONE DAY WE WILL ALL JOIN HANDS AGAIN.MISSING YOU ALL THE TIME.THINGS ARE NOT THE SAME WITHOUT YOU.SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY THAT YOU LEFT US.GLAD YOU MADE MAGIC YESTERDAY FOR US .
LOVE YOUR SON
MARTY AND FAMILY
maggie jimenez
December 31, 2009
Happy New Year Daddy !
I cannot believe it's almost 4 years since you have left us! Time sure flies! In my heart always and forever ! Never Forgotten!
HAPPY "2010"
Always,
Your Daughter,
Maggie
Maggie Jimenez
December 31, 2009
Happy New Year Daddy !! Cannot believe it's going on 4 years since you left us! Time sure flies! Love from my heart and soul ! Keep on watching over us!
HAPPY "2010"
Always,
Your Daughter, Maggie
Kathy O'Shea
December 25, 2009
Hi Dad,
You are always on my mind, even more so today! We love and miss you terribly and hope that you are having a fantastic and merry christmas in heaven!
Love Always,
Kathy, Eric, Brian and Billy
Maggie Jimenez
December 24, 2009
Merry Christmas My Dear Daddy !! You Are In My Heart , Thoughts , Prayers , Every Day Of My Life! May God Always Bless You ! What An Angel He Recieved When He Recieved You !
With Love Always,
Your Daughter Maggie
December 4, 2009
Hey Dad, I love you and Miss You but don't feel so compelled to write in this book here. Most times I feel you around me and Thanksgiving was great at Tommy's House and I could sense you were watchin, I felt you when Kelly was laughing at her confirmation (I thought you were gonna get mad at her LOL - would would have given me the COLLERAN LOOK) and I thought I felt you tonight watching in the background when we were at the Bill's game for Brian's Birthday Celebration although I felt a HALO and not you saying Hey, I'm Here - But I know you were watching - hey - I'm a Detective's daughter, I can smell you a mile away Dad! I Love you my Dad, you are my pocket full of sunshine and I have no other choice but to hold you in my pocket and be so thankful that although you are not here I can be with you whenever I want. Thank you Dad for always being there for us, Thank you Dad & Mom for Making Me The Person I am Today!I miss you Daddy and WE all miss you - Your Loving Family
Miss you Daddy
Love Kathy
I've got a pocket, got a pocket full of sunshine, I've got a love, got a love that is all mine ohh ohhhh
Thomas Colleran Jr F.B.D
December 3, 2009
Hi Dad, Thought of you Thanksgiving,how thankful I am for the time I had with you, THE GOOD, THE BAD AND LETS NOT FORGET THE UGLY.
But your love was always unconditional.
I have been praying in the church by work as you know but you still havn't sent be the winning Mega Ball Numbers,I will be anxiously waiting .
Never Forget.....
Always in my Heart
Your Loving Son
Thomas Jr. F.B.D.
October 29, 2009
Hi Dad :
Kelly is making her confirmation this afternoon! I am so proud of her !! Hope you'll be there with us ! Kids are doing well.. Aidan is doing well in school .. Has to focus a bit more but the medication he is on.. I think dazes him a bit ( sigh ) We'll see how it all turns out . Taking it day by day ! Forever Thinking of you ..Love and miss you so very much ...
Always,
Your Daughter,
Maggie
Kathy Colleran
October 27, 2009
Hi Hon: Dreamed we were skiing in Canada and then dancing to " "LaVie en rose" at the piano bar in the Chalet lounge at Greyrocks....today, I went to get gas in the car and they played that Perry Como song I used to sing to you in the car all the time ("And I love you So")....it is such a beautiful song and will always remind me of us...I love you Cowboy....your Chiefess.
maggie jimenez
October 20, 2009
Hi Dad
Was thinking of you .. Like always :o)Wanted to say hello !! All is good.. moving along well !! I love and miss you so very much!! After all this time .. your still with me each and every day of my life ! :o)
Always,
Your Daughter ,
Maggie
( your most precious treasure <3<3 )
Thomas J Colleran Jr
October 2, 2009
Happy Day Pop.10/1/09
I know you have been there with me throughout my tuff time.
Kids are good, they miss you very much.
Was reading the cards and pictures we gave you,we are very proud of you,proud to be your son.You were one of a kind!!!!!
Whats your back name!!!!!!
Standing tall.
Your Loving son
Thomas J Colleran Jr. F.B.D.......
Kathy Colleran
September 28, 2009
Dearest Cowboy: I love you and miss you more each day...there are no words to express the way I miss you....you are always my first thought in the morning and my last waking moment each night...went to 1st fall meeting of HAGS dixieland and always miss you so much there. I love you...keep watching over me and all of the Colleran gang...who loves ya baby? Your Chiefess!
Thomas J Colleran Jr.
September 22, 2009
Hello Pop....
Missing you more and more, wish you were here with your wisdom. Really need it now!!!!!
I know you are watching and reading the newspapers.Ironic justice.
Never Forget.
Your Loving Son
Thomas J Colleran Jr. F.B.D
maggie jimenez
August 5, 2009
Good Morning!
Just Stoping in to say hello! Yes , yes , yes, ! Marty and I just turned 40! I remember when you turned 40 and I made you a T-Shirt that said " Lordy , Lordy , Look whos 40 ! Ha ! It was so long ago! Miss you so much ! I think about you all the time! I am wishing you loads of love and sending you huggs and kisses! Kids are good! Mom and michael are ok too! God bless you daddy! I Love You !
Always,
Maggie
Jennifer Peralta
June 22, 2009
Mr. Colleran,
I have to say even though I didnt know you well or saw you often. One of my most happiest memories of you is when I first met you. Maggie introduces me to you and you shook my hand, then said to me any friend of my daughters is like a daughter to me. I will never forget that moment as long as I live. I wish I had the opputurnity to know you better. Happy Fathers Day in heaven.
Love Jennifer.
Tom Colleran
June 22, 2009
Happy Fathers Day in Heaven.
Love Your Son Thomas Colleran Jr F.B.D
Michael Jimenez
June 21, 2009
Happy Father's Day Father Inlaw.
I know I Don't have to say many words
because you already know how I feel.
I'm glad you got to see Aidan, I'm sad
that you left a little to early and not able to see Thomas. You would have loved him. See you in heaven someday.
Love always, Michael
Maggie Jimenez
June 21, 2009
When you were young, pony-tailed,
face full of playful freckles,
were you a daddy's girl?
I was. I still am.
Did you look to him for your security,
for love and attention,
for the understanding, and the patience you lacked as a child?
My daddy was the center of my small world, the focus of my affections,
the star that lit my life, shining bright.
Shining still in my heart.
The years have led me here,
weathered with maturity and responsibilities, and I see more clearly now.
The hardships, burdens of love,
and all the small sacrifices he made for me, for our family.
He created stability, a place to call home.
All the photographs I browse through
of a child long forgotten, scarcely remembered smiling, so happy and so loved.
The mere thought of becoming that role model is enough to send me cowering, afraid... looking for guidance.
Turning to my father for support,
advice, wise counsel, and for approval.
Grown up, I see differently now...
A new perspective of a man I have always known.
My heart is full, my emotions overpowering just in the certainty of that bond.
He's been there for me through all the conflicts helping me over the rough, ragged stones of growing up.
My respect for him is unending,
faith is unbound, and love is unquestioning.
Even in the midst of all my imperfections, he is lenient,
ignoring the pitfalls, the downfalls, the shortcomings,
he just accepted me
as I was, as I am.
The sheer purity of it leaves me awe-struck
and it lifts me up, it holds my head a little higher,
it keeps me in balance,
harmonizing with the world around me beautifully,
like an inspired masterpiece from the soul of an honest man.
I am honored to know him, to love him, to be of him.
He's my hero, and I am his daughter, his little girl.
Happy Fathers Day Dad!! I Love You !!
Kathleen Colleran
June 19, 2009
My Beloved Cowboy: "I'll never stop loving you"....remember me singing that song to you in the car driving up to the Poconos? Doris day recorded it...it was from the movie "Love Me or Leave Me"....I hope you liked the Mass on Sunday and the beautiful flowers from all of us. Marilyn came down and came to Mass with me. Of course, I was at the Memorial Day ceremonies at Boca Cemetery...about ten of us were there together...I hope you liked the patriotic bouquet and a new flag too. I miss you more every day hon! I am trying really hard to keep up with doing everything right and fixing lots of things myself...I was working over at the other apt. and getting it in shape...lots of things need fixing! I also have to take the car in soon for an oil change and get the tires checked. Lori's Sal will be dead 1 year on June 25th...she is selling the beautiful condo on the beach (you know the great bar that Sal had built in)....she just can't afford the high maintenance anymore. I'm trying to hang on here too. The Mahoneys said I could use their covered parking space for the summer which is great(no charge)...Judy Hopkins said I could use hers as well...they are so nice...it's very quiet here now except for all of the patio reconstruction work being done on Bldgs. A & B. Ours probably won't get started until next Spring....I dread the thought of moving all of the furniture, etc. etc. off the patio! I'm really tired tonight and my back bothers me constantly but at least I got my new glasses! I spoke to Maggie tonight and she was really tired (she has back trouble too) Little TJ was making quite a racket in the background. Tommy called her while we were on the phone so I said goodnight to her. I will see you on Sunday representing the Colleran Gang and grandkids too for Father's Day. I love you so much and miss you more each day. Please watch over us Cowboy as I know you do. Love, Your Chiefess
maggie
June 14, 2009
yes another year gone and passed! It is always a hard time for us all as we rememebr you !! You will never be forgotten! Aidan and I lit a candle from all of us, my brothers and my sisters, in memory of you at 2:02 am june 11th 2009. I always remember that night when you left us! I will continue to light a candle in your memory! Time goes too fast! It never seems that long ago! But you are always remembered, in all our hearts and home & through our children !
Love you and miss you soooo much my dear dad!
Always your daughter,
Maggie
Thomas Colleran Jr.
June 12, 2009
6/12/09
Hello Dad.
Posted yesterday 6/11/09????
Another year without you seems to get harded and harder.Never a day we don't think about you ,you are sorely missed.You finally recieved the credit due to you,after 28 years!!!!! I know you are watching with a big smile.
Look over us especially
Thomas J,Kathy S and Little Chris,he knows you are there !!!!!
With all my love and sadened heart your Son Thomas Colleran Jr.. F.B.D
Maggie Jimenez
May 22, 2009
Hi Daddy,
I love you ! Sooo Much ! I have been thinking of you alot and have been missing you ! Little Thomas looks like you! Michael said Thomas looks like Grandma , your mother!Others have seen your pictures and have also agreed! I am so happy they see that! So much time has gone by it doesn't feel that long ago since I last saw you! Hope you are alright ! Sending huggs,kisses, and all my love to you !
For Always your daughter,
Margaret
KATHLEEN COLLERAN
May 13, 2009
My Cowboy: I am so tired and don't feel that great...I am deaf in both ears and taking medication for the left ear...it is an infection brought on by the bad cold I got when i got back from NJ. Watch over all of us Collerans....little TJ especially....he is going through some health problems and we are all very anxious for him to get better. Seagate is a mess...Bldg. A is the current victim of demolition and noise! I love you always. Your old Chiefess Kathleen
Maggie Jimenez
May 11, 2009
Hi Dad
Been thinking of you , wanted to say hello !! I still miss you so very much every day! Always in my heart, prayers and Thoughts you will be ...Love, Maggie
I LOVE YOU FOR ALWAYS !
Maggie Jimenez
April 12, 2009
Happy Easter Dad !!Aidan has been asking about you ! He was blowing his bubbles this morning outside and said I am sending these bubbles to papa's house! Hope you got them! We love and Miss you so very much ! Always in our hearts, prayers and thoughts!
Always and Forever,
Maggie
Kathy Colleran
April 8, 2009
My Cowboy: Visited with the kids up North, went to the St. Pat's Parade and the Pier afterwards. Gave a small luncheon for Marilyn's 60th birthday....it was a total surprise and she is still in shock. I really had fun with the grandkids. Little Thomas is adorable...had lots of fun with him, Aidan & peter & Marty at Margaret and Michael's house. Then I had dinner with Tommy, Lori, Kerri and Erin at Town Tavern....Tommy is doing great with the bagpipes. He gave me a private concert in the school field near Marilyn's house....it was great! I didn't get to see Kathy nor Brian & Billy (they were both working). I really hope they can come down to visit here. Seagate is a mess! We are getting slammed with large assessments thanks to that Hurricane Wilma. Starting in May, in addition to the $400. regular monthly maintenance, I have to cough up $870. extra per month from May to Dec. Then, next year again! They are going to tear off all of our patio rooms, railings, screens, doors, etc....Thank God, they won't be starting on our Bldg. C until 2010...so I have time to get ready....all of the furniture must come off the patio as well as the ceiling fan and lights, etc Pray that I can get through all of this. Kori Mugavero will have to start her chemo soon...she has been pretty depressed so I have been spending time with her. Dot Nanna is in Missouri with her daughter Mary Jo and family. I will spend easter with Helen * Marty and gang in Wellington....at the Byrnes Compound as I call it. I am so glad I spent more time with you after Mass ladt Sunday. I hpe you liked all of the flowers from me ad te kids. it's just that it is so hard for me to accept that I have to drive ther and you are not physically with me but I know you are with me every day...and protecting all of us. I am driving much better but will not go on I-95. Can't write any more as am gettng blurry in the eyes. The snowbirds are finally starting to leave and go back home... Hooray! If I didn't have Chris, I would be really alone....he keeps me going. I love you and miss you each and every day my handsome Irish cop. Who loves ya baby? Well I do Pilgrim. Love, Vera Vicious the Chiefess
Maggie Jimenez
April 1, 2009
Hi Dad,
Just stopping by to say Hello! Miss and Love you so much! I am always thinking of you !
Love you forever,
Maggie
Kathy O'Shea
March 20, 2009
I thought about you all day Dad - miss you and love you - went by the parade as I was showing a client a $7K rental in the vicinity. Streets were packed and I could hear the pipes playing - saw the Emerald Society on TV for a few minutes before I headed out to meet client - remembering when you marched in the parade in uniform and it was a beautiful day!
Love and miss you so much
Kathy
Thomas Colleran Jr.
March 18, 2009
Dad. St Patricks Day 2009 was quiet. Played the pipes for you, I know you heard.
Miss you more each day.Always in my Heart.
Your Son Tom Jr. F.B.D !!!!!!!!
Maggie Jimenez
March 4, 2009
Hi Dad,
I love you and miss you so much! I am sitting here at 12:00 am writing to you, thinking of you and how I miss you still so much! It never goes away! What an empty feeling! I never thought we'd be feeling this way, so young, thinking back years ago! Thought you'd be around forever! It is so very hard at times for me to still accept you being gone!
I havent been able to visit you and that bothers me a whole bunch! I will never see you again! I am so sad of that. I am having a moment right now, it's been that kind of day! I will keep your great smile and handsome face in my mind always! Thats how I remember you , I want to keep it that way! You were one of a kind! I see you in my brothers! Thats a great thing , you should be proud of them! They walk proud , carrying the Colleran Name ! I love you, just venting ! Kids are all good! Miss you and Love you,
Always,
Love Maggie
Kathy Colleran
February 18, 2009
Dearest Cowboy: I am glad we got to spend time and I hope you liked all of the newflowers...Father B. said Mass for you last Sunday for your birthday...I feel you have been very close to me these past days. Lori has to undego a mastectomy on Tues. 2/24 at Bethesda...watch over her. My friend Kathy Burke Dalton came with me to thecemetery before she went back North. I bought a new bigger and more beutiful vase and I will put photos on it and bring it when it's ready. I will always love my one snd only Cowboy. I am going up North in March for taxes, MRI, St. Pat's Day and, to see the kids. Can you imagine little Thomas is 1 already! Martin's birthday is next and then Miss Kelly Marie....they are growing up too fast! I miss you every day
kelly huffman
February 9, 2009
hey papa i was just thinking about you and how the family would visit you and nana in pensylvania. we had alot of good times and i miss you. even though you were getting old you still acted as if you were a kid with me. you gave me very wise information for my future. i wish i could call you up and ask you all the questions i have about life. you would tell the truth and lead me the right way. i miss your pphone calls on my birthday and talking to you about everything possible. i guess you really dont understand what you have and how much you have until its gone but i know your up above helping me though everything <3
Tom Colleran Jr
February 8, 2009
Hey Dad. Happy Birthday in Heaven..
Not a day goes bye that you are not thought of.. words can't describe the emptiness in my heart. Needed you to talk to the last couple of months,I look to call you and then realize there are no phones in heaven..I will always defend you and the Colleran name,FBD!!!!
Keep a eye out Dad,really miss you...
Your Son
Tom Colleran Jr. F.B.D !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
kelly Huffman
February 8, 2009
Happy Birthday Papa in heaven! Miss you very much! Hope you are celebrating , but they say you dont get any older in heaven so you may not be! Just hope you know we love you and miss you! Love, your grand daughter Kelly Marie
And my brothers Aidan and thomas
Maggie Colleran
February 8, 2009
Happy Birthday Dad In Heaven! Time is going by so so fast! I Miss you so much each and every day ! Things are ok, wish they could be a bit better! I am sending you Birthday wishes and blowing out 68 candles for you ! Love you forever dad! Love, Maggie
Kathy Colleran
January 16, 2009
Hi Hon: I love you so much...I have been miserable over these holidays and sick besides. All I hear is bad or sad news from so many friends...but I just miss you more each day. It's so late and I am so tired....do you hear me talking to you? I just miss holding you so tight. I hope you know we all miss you soo much and love you forever. I am now officially on Medicare..can you imagine that? Goodnight my handsome Irish detective... Love, Me in Highland Beach and Chris (he keeps me going)
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