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for Thomas Joyce
heather and AL Slaney
October 4, 2008
Kerri- We are so sorry to hear about your dad. He has and always will be such a huge influence in your life. WE are thinking of you... LOve always- The Slaneys
Patty Lake
September 25, 2008
Kerri & Michelle,
Our prayers are with you both on the loss of your father. He was a wonderful man.
Pat & Bob Lake, Bill & Marion McAdams,Shirely &Bob McAdams,
& Don McAdams.
Mary Carter
September 25, 2008
Tom, What a wonderful tribute your girls gave you, you would have been so proud. They will miss you very much in the coming months and years, but they also know how much you loved them. Rest in Peace.
Love Mary
Kirstie and Joe Burke
September 24, 2008
Kerry and Michelle,
We were so saddened to hear the news of your dad. What a wonderful man he was - and what a wonderful legacy he leaves with you two. We love you and are sorry we can't be with you during this difficult time. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Much love,
Kirstie and Joe
September 23, 2008
September 23, 2008
Susan DiPietro
September 23, 2008
Kerri and Michelle -
My heart breaks for both of you for your loss of your Dad. I am so glad for this last year that I had in getting to know Uncle Tom so much more. I looked up to him for his outlook on life and how he kept going even when life was not so kind! Think of your Dad and stay stong.
Love - Susan
Marilyn Strahan
September 23, 2008
Kerri and Michelle,
I was so saddened to hear about your Dad, I know you will miss him a lot. You are in my proyers.
I was with your Mom the night she met your Dad, that was an awesome night. I'll never forget the fond memories I have of the Counsins and Friends all summer down the Cape.
I will cherish those memories forever.
Love,
"Larimyn" (That's how your Dad always greated me !)
Always brought a :-) to my face !
Cousin Marilyn
Carol McClafferty
September 23, 2008
Kerri and Michelle,
I was very sadden by the news of Uncle Tom. I'm so glad I got to see him on Wednesday. I know how much he will missed. Love you both and please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Love,
CarolAnn
Cheryl Jacobs
September 23, 2008
Kerri and Michelle-
I am so sorry to hear about your dad- what a class act he was- even if you didnt know him, just reading through these guest book entries paints a picture of how he lived his life.
Thinking of you-
Cheryl
John MacDonald
September 23, 2008
Kerri and Michele,
We are sorry for the loss of your father. He was very proud of his two girls and grandchildren.
I will miss talking Sports with your father at our family parties. We had a great road trip to NY to see a Syracuse vs BC football game during Michele's (Cuse)College days. He got to see the Sox win a World Series and the Celtics and Pats win Championships. Our teams lost a great sports fan.
God Bless,
Uncle John, Mary, Erin and Colleen
John and Alexander Diniz
September 23, 2008
Kerri and Michelle, I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember the first time I meet your Dad (and Mom); at Leo’s Christmas party. I was new to the family and both your Mom and Dad were very kind to me; I know that it meant a lot to Jean, It’s a nice memory for me to have of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mark & Terri Jennette
September 23, 2008
Uncle Tom, what can I say my thoughts and memories could go on forever? The stories he uses to tell. I sat for hours and listen to them. Reminded me of Festus (True Irishman). It was an honor and a privilege when he came to San Diego to visit. First person I called when the Red Sox won there first World Series. Great Uncle, Great Person will be missed, but not forgotten. He will always be in our thoughts and prayers……… MY UNCLE TOM
Janice Hicks
September 23, 2008
Dear Kerri and Michelle,
So sad to hear about your father. He was a great guy and you have a lot to be proud of. God bless you both at this difficult time.
(cousin) Janice
September 23, 2008
TJ,
You were more to me than a father in-law. You were a friend, a confidant and someone I felt very comfortable with getting advice about life from. I'll miss our daily conversations about sports. I sorely miss you and have felt your loss deeply. My consolation is that you no longer have to deal with all the pain and suffering that you were faced with.
Katie and La La always looked forward to going downstairs to see Grampy so they could give Maize a bone and see what kind of treat you had for them. Your door was always open for them and you always had a ready smile or hug.
I and everyone else are most impressed with how well you did in raising two wonderful daughters, Kerri and Michelle. As you told me in one of our talks, your most important job in life has been completed.
Love,
Dave
Michelle Camelio
September 22, 2008
Kerri & Michelle, Your father was so proud of you both and this was evident every time he spoke of you. I will miss listening to his stories about funny things Katie and Lauren had done. You now have two guardian angels watching over you. Love you guys, Michelle
Bob & Virginia Lynch
September 22, 2008
Tom,
We will both miss you a great deal. Our son Dave and you had a special relationship that very few in-laws share and that was a testament to your warmth and caring. Virginia of course will miss being called "Nurse Ratchet" among other things. We both know that Maize already misses you. And Bob has always admired your wry sense of humor and your ability to ignore the trivial.
Love from both of us and see you there, we hope,
Bob & Virginia
Jean Sampson
September 22, 2008
Uncle Tom, I have so many wonderful memories of you. You were an incredibly strong man and you raised two amazing daughters. You will truly be missed.
Jenn Hyland
September 22, 2008
Kerri & Michelle,
Dave and I were so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. We did not know him well, but he seemed like a great man. Cherish all your memories. Take care.
Gail McClafferty
September 22, 2008
Dear KerriAnn & Shelly,
I am so sorry for all that you are going through, I wish there was some way I could make it better.
Love you both always, Auntie Gail
Janice Maras
September 22, 2008
Dear Kerri and Michelle,
I will always be grateful to your father for opening up his home
and treating me like a daughter, when I needed it. I'll always remember our dinner time talks and afterwards, listening as he and your mom talked about his day (while we watch Little House on the Prairie!). I'm sure he will be reunited with your mom once again and they will be having lots of talks and he will be loving every minute of it!
Lots of love,
Janice
Ellen Vellios
September 22, 2008
Tom, I remember the days when you would come home to our house on Manning St. with your little brown bag of goodies. Even if you didn't share we still loved you. Thanks for helping lads - you hired Billy the summer before he left for college. Sent him on a one hour errand that took three hours. You should have given him hell. When Pat decided to attend Bay State you were there for him. I will always appreciate that. Your second oldest sister, Love, Ellen
Donna Farrar
September 22, 2008
Kerri and Michelle, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. He will truly be missed by everyone here but welcomed with open arms from those who have gone on before us, especially your mom. He will forever live in all of hearts. I love you both very much.
michele orlando
September 22, 2008
Kerri and family I'm so sorry to hear about your dad you will be in my thoughts and prayers
Judi Kearns
September 22, 2008
Dear Kerri,
I'm so sorry about your dad (grampy Tom). He was a great person and will be missed dearly. He will forever be in our hearts and prayers.
Love
Nicole Bagg
September 22, 2008
Kerri,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Stay strong.
Love,
Nikki
Pamela Bloom
September 22, 2008
Dear Kerri,
I am so sorry to hear about your father. My condolences to your entire family. Thinking of you.
Kim Farrar
September 22, 2008
Tom, you will be deeply missed by your friends and family. You were a wonderful father to Michelle and Kerri and an amazing grandfather to Katie and Lauren (I can just picture them running to you and I always appreciated the help when babysitting :).
Kerri and Michelle, you girls are my sisters and I am so sorry for your loss. You know I am here whenever you need me...
Amy and John Patrinos
September 22, 2008
Kerri and Michelle,
We are so sorry about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you always.
Love,
Mike Casey
September 22, 2008
Mr. Joyce,
Sir, as a fellow Marine I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USMC. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Semper Fi Devil Dog!
Mike Casey USMC '85-'89
Lisa Cochrane
September 21, 2008
Kerri, Michelle, and to all whom's lives were richer because of Tom~
Tom shared many beautiful things with those he loved: a fantastic and sometimes sarcastic sense of humor, a courageous strength, and a whole lot of love to raise such amazing women. I love you and will be praying for you.
Richie BUTLER
September 21, 2008
The Joyce Family;
Sorry to hear of Toms passing,my deepest sympathies,while growing up in the neighborhood he was one of the guys you looked up too.
Shannon Fay
September 21, 2008
Uncle Tom, I will always have so much respect for you. Now that I am a parent, I realize how hard it can be and you did it by yourself. You have raised the two most beautiful, strong and independent women. We will miss you but don't worry....we will all be here for Kerri and Michelle.
September 21, 2008
Kerri,
My heart breaks for you in this time of sorrow. You are one of the strongest people I know. I admire you for that!
Stay Strong......
Shannon Fay
September 21, 2008
Uncle Tom...I will always have so much respect for you. Now that I am a parent I know just how hard it is and you did it (the majority of the time, by yourself.) You have raised the two most beautiful, strong and independent women. You will be missed and not to worry, we will all be here for Kerri and Michelle.
Dawn McCarthy
September 21, 2008
Kerri and Michelle,
Your dad will truly be missed. He was a great guy and a great dad, I know how much you both will miss him but he will forever be in your heart and always in your memories whatever you do. You all have been through alot together and you are stronger because of that. Your dad will always be with you.
Michelle Canty
September 21, 2008
To the strongest man I'll ever know. You have given us the strength we need to take whatever comes our way. I know God has been holding a special spot for you in Heaven. I love and miss you Dad.
Heather Jennette
September 21, 2008
Uncle Tom will be missed! We all had such a wonderful time when he came out to visit San Diego a couple of years ago. We're glad we were able to see him again recently at David's wedding. He will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Brian, Heather, Kyla & Fiona Jennette
September 21, 2008
Well they built the Titanic to be one of a kind, but many ships have ruled the seas
They built the Eiffel Tower to stand alone, but they could build another if they please
Taj Mahal, the pyramids of Egypt, are unique I suppose
But when they built you, brother, they broke the mold
Now the world is filled with many wonders under the passing sun
And sometimes something comes along and you know it's for sure the only one
The Mona Lisa, the David, the Sistine Chapel, Jesus, Mary, and Joe
And when they built you, brother, they broke the mold
When they built you, brother, they turned dust into gold
When they built you, brother, they broke the mold
They say you can't take it with you, but I think that they're wrong
'Cause all I know is I woke up this morning, and something big was gone
Gone into that dark ether where you're still young and hard and cold
Just like when they built you, brother, they broke the mold
Now your death is upon us and we'll return your ashes to the earth
And I know you'll take comfort in knowing you've been roundly blessed and cursed
But love is a power greater than death, just like the songs and stories told
And when she built you, brother, she broke the mold
That attitude's a power stronger than death, alive and burning her stone cold
When they built you, brother
Erin Joyce
September 21, 2008
Kerri and Michelle,
I have such found memories of your dad throughout the years. I will hold those memories close to me forever. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Carter
September 21, 2008
Tom, I will miss you and the laughs that we shared. My worries of you are now gone, because I know that you are at peace.
Karen Jennette White
September 21, 2008
Dear Kerri & Michelle,
I was so sad to hear about Uncle Tom. He will be missed! My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
John Jennette
September 21, 2008
Tom, we had a great time in San Diego checking out Marine memorabilia. We will miss your wry humor. Take your rest in the peace of the Lord.
Richard Joyce
September 21, 2008
My memories of my brother Tom: As a boy Tom offering a younger brother advice and guidance. As a Marine sharing the es sprit de corps, all us Marines feel. As a man: Working hard to provide for those we love, handling whatever life throws at you, be it illness or the death of a loved one. As a husband and father: Love of family and making any sacrifice for their well being.
Tom, you did a good job. We loved you and we'll miss you. SEMPER FI, RICHIE>
Karen & Ed Walsh
September 21, 2008
Dear Kerri & Michelle,
We are so sorry to hear about your dad's passing ~ He was such a wonderful man and will be greatly missed. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.
Maria Craig
September 21, 2008
Kerri,
I am truly sorry to hear about the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cyndi Smith
September 21, 2008
Dear Kerri,
I'm so sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, and I hope to see you soon.
Love,
Cyndi
Kerri Lynch
September 21, 2008
Dad you will remain forever in my heart. I love you and miss you dearly. Love, Kerri
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