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Timothy Mahoney Obituary
Born in Providence, he was the beloved son of Mary Jean (Dillon) and Matthew Mahoney of Barrington.
He was employed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Fall River Department of Social Services as a social worker for the past two years.
Timothy graduated Magna Cum Laude from Rhode Island College in 2003.
Besides his parents, he is survived by a sister, Kristine M. Mahoney, a brother, Brian J. Mahoney and a nephew, Jason Mahoney, all of Barrington; his maternal grandmother, Lorraine (Galbraith) Dillon of Minnetonka, MN; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was the grandson of the late John B. Dillon and Harold E. and Bernice (Cunningham) Mahoney.
Funeral from the MANNING-HEFFERN FUNERAL HOME, 68 Broadway, Pawtucket, Monday at 9 AM. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Luke's Church, 108 Washington Rd., Barrington at 10 AM. Burial will be in the family lot at St. Francis Cemetery, Pawtucket. CALLING HOURS Sunday 2-5 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 245 Waterman St., Ste. 306, Providence, RI 02906 in Timothy's memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Timothy Mahoney
Sponsored by Mom.
Judy Briggs
April 7, 2019
I cant believe it has been 12 years...I will never forget him,growing up with my nephew Tim Welch. Such a sweet kid
September 26, 2018
I miss you, Tim. I know you're with us all in spirit. Til' we meet again. Love you!
Mom
September 22, 2017
Tim,
Welcome Nana!
Love, Mom
Mary Jean Mahoney
November 26, 2015
Beautiful words were shared in February, 2014. Thank you. I am grateful that I had the privilege of being Tim's mom.
February 24, 2014
Although Tim is not able to share his earthly presence with you, please know his spirit is always present in your life. He will never be forgotten. His presence changed and formed the lives of all who were privileged to have shared a part of his life. He lives on in all the memories of those honored by his presence in their lives. especially his mother and siblings!
Christine Brezny
February 21, 2014
Dear Mary Jean,
I know that your heart broke the day that Tim died. I hope you know that many people loved and cared about him and feel the same about you.
Elizabeth Graves
August 13, 2012
To the Mahoneys,
It's been a while since I have seen you I cannot believe Tim has been gone for five years. Mary-Jean please give me a call thanks.
Elizabeth
Mom
March 28, 2012
Happy Birthday. Miss you.
Mike
February 20, 2011
Hey buddy. I can't believe that it has almost been four years since you were taken from us. There is not a day that goes by that you are not in my thoughts. It seems like just yesterday that we were hanging out with Jay in Providence or just walking down to Thayer St. to grab a brew and watch the ladies stroll on by. I will admit that I have had my struggles with writing this and with trying to process everything, but just thinking about the good times we had is what gets me by. As my wedding day is getting closer and closer I can't help but wish you were here as I would want nothing more than to have you celebrate with me as one of my groomsmen. I know you will be there in spirit, but it is not the same. Just wanted to say that I was thinking about you and today just seems to be one of those days where I am struggling more so than others.
Mary Jean Mahoney
January 2, 2011
As a new year begins, remember Tim and the joy he brought to everyone that he met.
Mary Jean Mahoney
January 1, 2011
As a new year begins, remember Tim and and joy he brought to everyone that he met.
September 3, 2010
Hello Tim, I just wanted to say hi because i was thinking about you. I was thinking of how much i love to dance and how the night we danced in Newport will forever be one of the best nights ever. I miss hearing your jokes and could really use one today...
Susan
Elizabeth Graves
December 16, 2009
Merry Christmas Tim..... love and miss you neighbor
Elizabeth
Brian, Kirstine, and Jay
I am only a fence over if you guys need anything.
Elizabeth Graves
September 17, 2009
Tim,
I miss you and know that you are watching over me. Alex is away at college, so it's just me and my parents. RIP
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Graves
August 11, 2009
Tim,
Just saying hello, and that I miss you very much neighbor..... it's not the same with out you. Please come to me in my dreams.
July 10, 2009
Hey Buddy, we miss you so much and think about you everyday. I hope you can look down on us with pride and know that you are always in our hearts and thoughts.
June 23, 2009
Tim,
A lot of great things have been happening in the Graves household. Alex graduated from Barrington High School, will be attending DePaul University in Chicago.... Mom and Dad will be married 25 years next Wednesday. I feel like I'm going to see you around in the neighborhood. The best times were when you were here on earth. Another thing that's happening is that Mr. Gray is retiring after 29 years of principal next Wednesday as well. We miss you Tim, take care I'll see you when it's my time. Goodbye for now.
The Graves Family,
Marcia, David, Elizabeth and Alex
June 11, 2009
Hey TIm,
I love you so much. I miss you so much too. I have many dreams about you that i love. See you again someday.
Miss and Love you.
May 24, 2009
I miss you so much Tim, it's so hard every day, I have been without my best friend for two years now, tears are going down my cheeks right now, I miss ya bud.
Matt Hubert
May 24, 2009
I miss you so much Tim. I love you man, wish you were here. That's all, see you again.
April 27, 2009
A Cousin's Lament
Have you ever heard of news more grim?
Have your tears ever felt more completely empty?
All of us hearing the news we lost our Tim!
A loss to us all truly without any remedy
Into this world are born these so rare souls
That life shines forth like a newborn star
We share so many stories not written on any scroll
And when lost him… it left an unhealed scar
A cousin’s lament surely cannot compare to his Mother’s
I cannot imagine the pain and the sorrow she must feel
Nor that of his Pop… his sister and nephew… and his brother’s
I search through that onion of pain and only the top layer peel
More than two years passed now… does it feel any better?
I don’t expect it ever will for we should not have lost him
Recalling the good times, the laughs… we to our pain do cater
But the search for light these past few years… it’s rather slim
But don’t we have a duty here to our lost friend?
Had it been one of us he no doubt would be the one to comfort
To wipe the tears away with good cheer… to our grief not let us bend
We must always find strength and do our best to daily retort
No lacking of space I fear in this world for each Irishman lost too young
So many grieving friends and family that still look for questions answered
All of us looking to heaven and asking why Tim’s bell needed to be so soon rung
I guess we’ll need each other to cope… we’ll shake our fist at every cancer!
We have to push ourselves forward when we think Life won’t ever be the same
Find the ray of hope that makes our life worth living as if he were still here
Because if we didn’t laugh each day certainly Tim would think it a shame
That we wallow in sorrow when it was always him that brought us good cheer
For Tim
Jack Cheney
Jason Mahoney
April 26, 2009
I still can't really comprehend what happened. I miss Tim so much and it sucks to know that he's gone from us. The year is almost done and next year i'm gonna be a freshman and i wish he was there with me to guide me through like he always did for me. Everyday gets tougher. It gets harder to think about why he is gone and why this all happened. Everyone misses him and i wish he could just be with us. 2 years passed a couple weeks ago and it was hard because it was easter and on that day you don't really want to do anything. I miss the times where we would cruise around and talk about anything that came to mind. I will miss you so much Tim.
Miss you and love you Tim.
Brian Mahoney
April 13, 2009
It's been 2 years and I am still unable to get a grasp of this reality. I still sometimes find myself sitting, waiting, and hoping TIm will walk through the door. I think about him constantly, and although I know he's not physically here, I feel as if I've made a connection with him several times. I had a dream where Tim and I were staring at each other from across the room, walked up to each other, and we hugged. That was the most vivid dream I have ever had. It seemed so real... the eye contact with Tim felt real. Tim is still here with us, in some sort of parallel existence. I truly believe this. He also lives on through us each day.
Miss you, Tim. Love you, and see you again someday.
Susan S.
April 12, 2009
The past few weeks, I've replayed the events that led up to the day that Tim died...We had hung out quite a bit those few weeks when he got back from vacation and I remember it all like it was yesterday...he lost his wallet, won the NCAA bracket and we danced for hours in Newport to 80's music. I will never forget him jumping out one of the speakers and landing into a split. I had the time of my life that night! I can remember his story about how all the neighborhood parent's wanted him to teach their kids how to dance during the many bar mitzvahs he attended...lol...he had the greatest smile and I miss him dearly...
Brian Mahoney
February 17, 2009
Tim, not a day goes by where I'm not constantly thinking of you. Things don't seem to be getting any easier. Miss you, love you, see you again someday.
Jason Mahoney
September 24, 2008
Hey tim its jay again. i miss ya a lot. Everyday when i have a bad day at school i open my phone and start to call you then hang up. I made a song about you its not that great but it did help express some feelings. I started the soccer season. Unfortunately we lost our first two games. I scored a goal just this last game. I wish you were at my games. But i know that you are looking out for me. The pain gets worse and worse. I try not to think about the night when i was woken up to be told that you died. I will never ever be able to describe that pain. I just miss you so much and i want you back with us. I still wait for you if im home alone after school to bust through the door and say JAY MAN!!! that always brought a smile on my face no matter how bad my day was. You were the rock of our family and it sucks not having you around. At the same time i want to have fun but then i stop and think why am i having fun if tims not around. Its extremely hard to understand. I want to cruise around with you and talk about stuff only me and you would talk about. I miss you tim so much. I love you. Rest In Peace
Mary Jean Mahoney
July 18, 2008
I received a card from my brother Tom and his wife Joan for the anniversay of Tim's death. Tim's birthday, date of his death, and Mother's Day occur within 6 weeks time and it is a very difficult time. I wanted to share this card with all of you who peruse Tim's Guest Book. "Bobby Kennedy used this quote the day he announced Martin Luther King's death to a crowd unaware of what had just happened. He told them that he, too, could relate because he had lost someone he loved. The quote is from the poet, Aeschulus: Even in our sleep, pain which cannot forget falls drop by drop upon the heart until, in our own despair, against our will, comes wisdom through the awful grace of God." Peace to all of you.
Mary Jean Mahoney
June 27, 2008
We are still receiving condolences for Tim. We received a beautiful card from Tim's co-workers at DSS on the anniversary of his death. It helps to know that Tim's memory is alive and we are very grateful. We recently became aware of a van that had been traveling north on County Road and stopped at the accident. If anyone knows who this person is, we would like to talk to him/her. It seems that the more information we can gather, the more it eases our grief. Please keep thinking and talking about Tim. Remember the twinkle in his eye and the sound of his laugh. Thank you for keeping us in your prayers.
Jason Mahoney
April 12, 2008
Tim, I love you. its been a year and i can't really believe it. i miss you so much. I remember the day you passed on like it was yesterday. Times are pretty hard now with out you. Going to school every morning isn't easy knowing that i will not see you when i get home. I really want to thank for the wonderful times of my life. You have always been there for me like a dad, like a brother, and like a uncle. Tim you were a great man. I just don't understand why someone like you had to leave us. Its tough, i worry about Bri a lot but i know you are watching out for him. He told me this story yesterday. He was upset and he went outside with his friends and they were talking about you and Bri starting play the song about you Til We Meet Again and the wind started to blow really hard. He Stopped playing the song and the wind stoped and again he started to play and the wind started up again. That really made me glad Tim. Now i know you are really still around. I miss the cruises around town with you. i miss Movie Night when we you used to watch movies. I still laugh to this day when we were sitting in this sub place and we were eating and i said " hey Tim do you want to finishing watching the Devil Wears Prada." you said" shhhh. you have to be quiet about that, sure though. Some of the movies that i watched with you i cant watch again. I cant wait to see you someday. But not too soon. But i will know that you will be waiting up there for me. I love you so much buddy. I really wish you were still in my life everyday. I cant describe how much i truely love you.
I love you Tim,
Jay
Matt Hubert
January 24, 2008
Tim, I love you. The only reason why I haven't left a message is because I didn't know how. Whenever I needed your help, you were there for me. You are still my best friend and I don't know how to thank you for it. We had so many good times, including the South Padre vacation, and it was the best time I ever had. I'm so glad we went on that vacation, and I have so many memories from it. I still really regret that I lost the camera, but there are more important things to think about. I love your family very much, and I know they do the same. It's been tough to get by after you left us, but I remember all the stuff you told me. CARPE DIEM!!! I do try to seize the day, every day. I remember turning the radio station when we went on the "ghettos cruise", after we got our iced coffee, and the song we were both thinking about, was somehow on the radio that same moment when we turned to it. I miss those rides and whenever I do it alone nowadays, I know you are still there in my passenger seat. Again, I love you Tim and I always will. Honestly, since you went to sleep, not a day has gone by that I haven't thought about you. We all try to fill the void for Christine, Bri, and Jay..and of course Mr. M and Mary Jean..and I love all of them, forever. I don't know if people realize how much we meant to each other, and how much we really did care for each other, but I think those are the things that we hold so close to each other. There are so many things that I want to get into, that only me and you know about, but there's too many. Again, I love you forever Tim, and I know you are still here for me. Thanks a lot Bud, I'll see you again someday, and don't forget...JINGLES!!!!!!!
Adam Gray
December 17, 2007
As the time has passed I have tried to rationalize the events that have occured and realize I will never understand why. Tim is my best friend and I have tried to think of a way to summarize the more than 25 years of friendship we shared and I can't. The pain will never fully go away but I take comfort in all the wonderful times we shared and know that Tim will be with me forever. I often think of all the positive things he did for his family and those around him and only hope that I can take from those expereinces and become a better person. I miss you so much Tim and wish I could have just one more time to laugh and here your voice. I know that you are looking down on all of us and probably making people laugh but know that we love you and miss you and I will see you again. I think of you everyday and the all the times and stories we shared, I love, I miss you and we will meet again.
Brian Mahoney
October 10, 2007
It will be 6 months on Friday, and it still hurts just as bad as the day it happened. I still feel like I have a gaping hole in my chest half a foot in diameter. I’m sure we all have good days and bad days, but it doesn’t seem like the bad days are getting any better. I miss Tim so much, and this feeling of emptiness I have seems like it’s not going to be fading anytime soon. Many people that Tim knew seem like they’ve moved on with their lives… I guess to a certain extent, that’s the only thing you can do. However, those of us who were closest to Tim certainly have not, and won’t be for a long time. Not a day goes by where I’m not constantly thinking about Tim. Sometimes there’s just no explanation no matter how hard you try to find one. Tim was such an amazing person, I don’t know why he had to leave us… and I never will understand that. I try to focus on the 19 and a half years that I had Tim in my life, but sometimes that only makes it worse… sometimes I think about how different my life would be if this didn’t happen. Tim was the most influential person in my life. I admired everything about him so much. I guess I’ll just have to take the 19 and a half years of memories with Tim for the rest of my life. I miss and love you so much Tim. I’ll see you again one day.
Dan Gilman
September 24, 2007
For more than five months now, I've been trying to process what has happened to my best friend. Though I can logically explain what happened, and the pain is all too real, I still cannot fully grasp what has gone on. I feel so helpless because all I want to do is laugh with Tim again and watch his smile erase the pain that so many have felt since he's been gone.
I hung out with Tim several days per week and spoke to him on the others. He was my best friend and his absence has left a huge hole in my life and in my heart. The pain is made that much worse when I see the pain felt by so many who loved him.
I love you Tim. I miss you incredibly and I will never forget you. I think about you every day and I pray that you are at peace. Although, I'm sure its not very peaceful up there with you cracking everyone up all the time. I will see you again someday, but not yet...not yet
Jason Mahoney
May 29, 2007
Tim it so hard with out you i miss you so so much. I don't understand why you had to leave us. You were so special to me. Everything reminds me of you. I don't even know if i can play basket ball anymore. Everyday the pain inside me gets worse. There will always be a big deep hole in my heart. Still every time i come down the street i hope to see your car there so me and you can hang out just like we used to.
I know everyone misses you. Everyone that knew you, you touched them in a very special way. Every day i wish that i could of told you how much i loved you. Also every day i wish that i could see you, and hang out with you, and just have you back.
I love you so much Tim. You meant everything to me.
Love your nephew,
Jay
Mary Jean Mahoney
May 6, 2007
Dear All,
Thank you for your thoughts, prayers, and sharing your memories of Tim with us. We miss him more as each day passes.
Mortimer Barron
April 28, 2007
I reside on the first floor of
the apartment building in which
Tim lived on the third floor, the past few years.
I learned just today of the tragic
accident. I simply can't express
how sorry I am that such a very
wonderful human being has been taken
from us.
I would see Tim every
so often as we crossed paths
entering or leaving the apartment
building. He was always cheerful
and had a warm smile and something
nice to say. Even if, like me,
you did not know Tim very well,
you could tell he was an exceptionally good person,
a credit to humanity.
I'm sincerely very sorry that
he's gone now, and I extend
my deepest condolences to all
his family and friends.
Paula Packhem
April 27, 2007
Dear Kristine and Family:
I was made aware just today of the tragic news of Tim's passing. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I am well aware of the void you are feeling in your hearts. My prayer is that you will find peace that surpasses all understanding through the memory of such an incredible young man and all the lives he touched. I know Kristine shared how close Jason was with Tim and I will pray for comfort for Jason and all of your family. May God Bless you during this extremely difficult time.
Paula Packhem
Neil Ryan
April 24, 2007
I didn't get the chance to know Tim too well, and i wish i could have seen him more. his younger brother brian is one of my best friends and the two of them were so close. in the times that i was around tim i cannot honestly remember a single moment where he didn't have a shining smile on his face. he dearly loved his family and he cared for his young nephew jay like a son. tim also came to a bunch of me and brian's concerts to support our band and even though im sure he had better things to do it was so important to him to be there for moments like that. a person of tim's character is a hard find and he will be missed by every person he every met. i'll always remember that smile and that happiness. rest in peace to a great human being, and a wonderful son, brother, uncle and everything else. may the Mahoney's know they have all the support from myself, my family, and everybody else connected to their family.
Shareef Gomaa
April 24, 2007
Tim was one of the best people I had ever met in my entire life. I've known the Mahoney's for virtually my entire life, and the entire family is as good as it gets. I have never seen someone as generous as Tim. He was smart enough to do anything he wanted, but he chose to help people instead. He had the biggest heart, and that is something I admire. He was one of my older brother's bestfriends (Ashraf). My family's hearts and mine go out to Brian and the rest of the Mahoney's. Stay strong, and if you guys ever need anything, don't even hesitate to ask. Rest In Peace Tim.
Brian Mahoney
April 24, 2007
Tim,
I miss and love you so much. You were so much more than an older brother to me. Words cannot even describe how I am feeling right now, but I know that you will be with me forever. I know things will get better with time, but right now it seems like the emptiness will never fade. You were such an admirable person, and I think everyone whose life you touched looked up to you. For as long as I can remember, I wanted to be just like you…. and I still want to be just like you. Even though you may have not known, I learned so damn much from you, and I will take what I have learned for the rest of my life. If I ever had anything on my mind, I knew that I could talk to you, and you made it clear that you’d be there for me forever. The day you died was undoubtedly the longest and most horrible day of my life. I remember at one point during that day I went outside just to get some fresh air and to think, and almost as a reflex I took out my cell phone and started dialing your number. Whenever I was feeling upset or just needed to talk, I knew I could call you. You were able to put a smile on my face when nobody else could, and the advice you have given me over the years will stay with me for the rest of my life. I am so grateful for the 19 years I was able to spend with you, but I wish it could have been longer. We had some awesome times together even if we weren’t even doing anything at all… just hanging out. I am going to miss you so much. I am in the process of writing a song about you. I think I am going to call it “Til We Meet Again”:
Well there are so many unanswered questions
Like why Tim? Why now? Why so damn soon?
And while I will never know the answers
I try my best to reconstruct my soul
My life will never be the same
But I know you will always be with me
To the day that I die
And whatever it is that lies beyond
And I know I never told you directly
How much you really mean to me
But I’m certain you know just how much I love you
I love you forever
I miss you so damn much
Not a minute passes
Where I’m not thinking of you
So much than an older brother
And I’ll always have that aching
Hole deep within my heart
Til we meet again
Til we meet again
I look up at that great big blue sky
And I see you
I feel a big gust of wind
And I feel you
Whenever I’m feeling blue
I think of how much that I love you
And how much you mean to me
I love you forever
I miss you so damn much
Not a minute passes
Where I’m not thinking of you
So much than an older brother
And I’ll always have that aching
Hole deep in my heart
Til we meet again
Til we meet again
I love you so much, Tim. And I am going to miss you so much.
Your brother,
Brian
Sue Bermon
April 20, 2007
I know I can speak for my entire class when I say that Tim touched all of us with his genuine kindness, energetic personality and of course, that smile. I recently saw Tim at our ten year high school reunion. He was one of those people I was most looking forward to seeing and reconnecting with. The day of the reunion I found myself talking about Tim to my parents. I have a very fond memory of Tim in middle school telling our class that he was going to be a basetball player and even showed us some of his skills. That was Tim, very determined and always making us laugh. I have thought of him often through the years as one of the most kind-hearted and sincere people I know. I will always remember him this way. I am so thankful I was able to see him at the reunion. His family must be so proud of the man he became. Tim has touched my life and I will miss him very much. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Leslie Niekerk
April 20, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the Mahoney family at this time. Our paths had not crossed since graduating high school until we ran into each other at the high school reunion this past March. We had a great time catching up. His smile, thoughtfulness and positive attitude will be missed greatly.
Deb Schwartz & Rene Garbitt
April 18, 2007
Tim, you will be greatly missed. You're a friendly and easy going guy who always had a smile to share. It was truly a pleasure working with you.
Elissa Lopez
April 17, 2007
I've tried to come up with an answer as to why you left us, and the only thing I could come up with is that God needed an angel and chose you. God broke our hearts today to prove to us that he only takes the best. There are memories in our hearts today that no one will take away. An empty place no one will ever fill. I'm sure you are looking down on us. Wherever you are please guide us and help your family and us get through this time. I will miss you so much. I'm hoping that one day I wil be able to see your blue eyes and beautiful smile again. I am also hoping to one day hear you call me E.Lo again. I was blessed with your friendship and until we meed again may you rest in peace buddy. You'll always be "my honey".
E.Lo
A
April 17, 2007
Tim was the definition of a caring, selfless person. He was generous, helpful, kind, always smiling, upbeat, and friends with everyone. Tim will have a special place in all of our hearts and memories. He could always make me laugh non stop with his facial expressions, physical impersonations and quick wit. Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire Mahoney family.
Matthew Stoeckle
April 16, 2007
Tim was a good friend and his smile and sense of humor will always be with me. He is missed by all of us.
Donna Rapoza
April 16, 2007
To MaryJean and family: My thoughts and prayers are with you during this painful time in your lives. May you seek comfort in our Lord and turn to Him during this time and look to Him for strength to get you through this most tragic time in your lives.
Katie Welsh
April 16, 2007
I last saw Tim two weeks ago. We ran into each other, completely by chance in Providence and I am so thankful that we did. We had a great conversation and a lot of laughs. I will remember Tim as he was that day; with a warm smile, a kind heart, and a truly genuine presence. To Tim's family, my thoughts and deepest sympathy go out to you.
Kelly Demanche
April 15, 2007
For the past two years, Tim has walked in the corridors of our DSS office with a smile on his face and cheerfulness in those giant, bright blue eyes. To those Tim has left behind, know that you have an angel in heaven watching over you. We will miss him dearly at our office and I am confident to say that his memory will live in us forever. My thoughts and prayers are with his entire family, especially his parents, siblings and nephew, Jay. May your memories bring you comfort.
April 15, 2007
As I sit here and think about Tim, warm and caring memories swirl together bringing a smile to my face. Tim was such a loving, thoughtful, caring, and dedicated individual who loved his family, his friends, his work, and others. Tim made me want to become a better person and he will be surely missed by many. I'm so thankful I met Tim and I pray for him and his family. My God bless Tim and his family and may the love Tim showed for others warm the heartaches that many of us feel from his loss.
Melissa Parry
April 15, 2007
Mahoneys,
My deepest sympathies go out to each of you. I will always remember Tim as one of the first people that I referred to as a friend. Memories of playing on Starbrook Dr. will forever linger in my mind. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Melissa
Steve and Cindy Blount
April 15, 2007
Dear Mahoney Family, Our hearts and thoughts are with you as we pray for God's Presence and His comfort to surround you as you grieve the loss of your wonderful son. We have been remembering all the soccer games and times together as our sons grew up. We remember his warm smile, his gentle spirit and his wonderful attitude. He will be missed. We are thankful that our family had an opportunity to know him and you, it was a privilege. Please know that our prayers surround you and our hearts share, in some small way, with you as you grieve your loss of Tim.
Emmett a/k/a Bobby Nolan
April 15, 2007
I am so sorry. I wish I knew some words that would lift some of the grieve you are feeling, but I know there are none. I will say, having known his parents for over 40 years, I must congratulate you for raising such a wonderful person
Camden Lavey
April 15, 2007
Tim was a great guy. I am a good friend
of Jasons and I have many great times with both of them. I remember Tim used to take Jay and I to the gym and we always had a good time. I always had a smile on my face when Tim was around. He was a great man and I will never forget him and the times we shared. Rest In Peace Tim.
Tim Welch
April 14, 2007
To the entire Mahoney family my deepest sympathy is with you at this time. I can remember being inseperable from Tim for quite some time as teenagers. I will never forget playing basketball in our driveways until it was to dark, and going to all the PC basketball games and thinking it was the greatest thing ever. Most of all I will never forget the laughs we shared and the close friendship we had. I am sorry we lost touch recently, but there were always things that reminded me of you. You will be greatly missed my friend!
Your Friend,
Tim Welch
katie dillon nelson
April 14, 2007
I love my cousin Tim. He has touched so many people in loving and generous ways. He was always there to listen and always made the effort to keep people together. He called our grandmother in Minnesota regularly to ask if she had been dancing or singing that week. He made the efforts to come visit Minnesota and spent quality time walking and talking. We emailed and kept in touch throughout the years wherever we were in our lives. My deepest condolences to my family in Rhode Island, I love you.
Susana Guerra
April 14, 2007
I was so sorry to hear about Tim's passing. I had the great pleasure of working with Tim at Key and remember what a good and dedicated worker he was, and how kind and caring. He was a genuinely good person. He definitely left his mark while he was there. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends at this time.
Sandy Hart
April 14, 2007
Tim was everything a social worker should be-He was genuine, caring and respectful of everyone he met. I spoke to a few of the families he worked with, and they, like his friends at DSS, are feeling his loss deeply. Tim touched us all. I will never forget his smile and his positive, upbeat attitude. he often spoke about his family, especially his nephew Jay. Please know that you will all be in our prayers.
Jess Rocha
April 14, 2007
Dear Mahoney Family,
Words can not express the sorrow I feel with Tim’s tragic loss. He was truly a great friend, and his kindness and loving spirit will never be forgotten. When my brother passed away in a similar accident this past summer, there was Tim trying to bring a smile to my face and ease the pain for my entire family. He will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Elizabeth Worsley
April 13, 2007
We love your family very much, this is such an aweful thing to happen to wonderful people as yourselves. Tim and your family will be in our hearts, love Connie, Catherine, Edward, Williamson and Elizabeth Worsley
Jack Cheney
April 13, 2007
I am Tim's cousin Jack. My family has lived away from Rhode Island for many years but we've maintained some ties to the extended family. I first heard of Tim from my Mother after she attended the funeral of Tim's Grandmother Bernice Mahoney, her sister. I remember my mother telling me that she had met Matt and Mary Jean's son Tim and that he had put his arm around her when she broke down during the funeral. She was very impressed with this then 16 year old young man that reached out to her even though they'd never met. Ten years later, I met Tim at his Grandfather Harry's funeral. Now 26, Tim was just as my mother had described and I am glad that I made the choice to get to know him better. Over the past few years, we've exchanged visits and become pen pals via cell phone text messaging. My wife and family had an opportunity to spend a Christmas holiday with him and his nephew Jay. Everybody who met him came away with the same impression... this was a classy young man. He will be greatly missed.
I spoke with Tim over Easter weekend. We talked about his Mom and Dad... his brother and sister...and his nephew Jay, who he loved like a son. We also spoke of his buddy Matt. We spoke for man than an hour. I am so glad to have shared that time with him. This kid lived for his family and friends. No man is perfect, but Tim was a perfect friend. I am so very glad we made the effort to get to know one another over the past two years. Though I can’t say or write anything to make the pain of his loss go away to his family and friends, I will say that if it had been any of us, Tim would be the one, like with my mother a decade ago, that would reach out to those who are grieving. His mother Mary Jean, father Matt, his sister Kristine and his brother Brian, and his nephew Jay need our help and prayers. I hope and pray people will reach out to them now as we all know Tim would have done for any of us. “Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted”
With a heavy heart…
Jack
On behalf of the Cheney family:
Great Aunt & Uncle Joan & Joe Cheney
Cousins Jack & Tanya Cheney (Katherine, Michael); Fred & Sheri Cheney (Joseph, Andrew)
Emanuel & Donna Silva
April 13, 2007
As foster parents/aunt & uncle we saw how committed,caring,kind and compassionate Tim was..he will be deeply missed by our entire family..Our thoughts and prayers our with all of you in this time of sorrow.
Lisa Carvalho
April 13, 2007
My deepest sympathies to Tim's family and friends. Although I had only known Tim for a short period of time, it was a pleasure to have met him and have had the opportunity to develop a friendship with. His friendliness, smile, great personality and genuine nature are definately missed by myself and the office.
Charlotte Macklin, DSS
April 13, 2007
This is truly a tragedy and devastating loss. Tim was a wonderful guy, a hard worker, and a wonderful asset to The Department of Social Services. He will truly be missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time.
Karen Rego
April 13, 2007
I had the very, very sad and difficult task today of telling families of the tragic loss of our friend and social worker Tim. Some cried immediately and we cried together. Everyone I reached told me how caring and respectful he was of them and we shared stories. Others asked for pictures for themselves and their children because he was so warm and sensitive to their needs and his coworkers have placed a picture of Tim from our most recent outing in our office space.We will all miss him so much, and feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to share our lives with such a kind, considerate and wonderful young man. He made us better people-he had a sparkle in his eyes and an easy smile, the first to pat you on the back or ask you if you were ok if you appeared blue. Please know that Tim's co workers will always be there for his family if ever needed. We have heard so much about you thru Tim, he was so proud of his family and thankful. Please accept my condolences, you are forever in my thoughts and prayers-
Avery Dodson
April 13, 2007
Tim thank you for playing cards with me. I really thought that was special. You were a really great guy and I miss you!!!!!
I wish I could see you again!
love; AVERY DODSON!!!
Bonnie Hogan
April 13, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the Mahoney Family. I knew Tim for only a short time, but within this period he always had a welcoming smile or a sincere Hello. His smile, and gentle spirit will be missed. Bonnie Hogan
Jason Mahoney
April 13, 2007
Tim was the best uncle to me. We did almost everything together. This will be very tough for us. He was a great man who helped a lot of people. I will never forget him. I love You SO MUCH Tim! Rest In Peace buddy.
Judith Rocha
April 13, 2007
My thoughts and prayers to Tim's family. Tim always had a smile and a kind word for everyone, and his upbeat attitude was so refreshing. He will be greatly missed.
Jen Letendre
April 13, 2007
My thought and prayers extend to the Mahoney family. Though I have only known Tim for a short time, it was clear that Tim was someone who did not merely exist. He lived life to the fullest. My last clearest memory of Tim was on a recent cloudy day as he was entering the office, with that great big smile. That is how I will remember him. God bless Tim and all those he touched.
Jeff Deschenes
April 13, 2007
Tim was a great person with a wonderful sense of humor. He will be greatly missed.
Jen Choquette
April 13, 2007
Tim was a pleasure to work with. He will be greatly missed. At this time, I extend my deepest and warmest sympathies to his family.
Kristen Francisco
April 13, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go to all of Tim’s family and friends. Tim always had a smile on his face. It has been a pleasure to work with him. He was a genuinely caring person.
Arsenio Medeiros
April 13, 2007
The first day Tim walked into my unit,shook my hand and introduced himself, I knew deep inside we had sealed a friendship.Sadly it was going to be a short one.
As time went on one couldn't help but notice the kind, gentle, caring and funny person Tim was.He leaves found memories to all that came into contact with him.
Greatly missed by his unit mates and everyone else in the Fall River DSS office.
With deep and sincere sympathy. Arsenio S. Medeiros(Sam) Fall River DSS Office.
Jack Cheney
April 13, 2007
I am Tim's cousin Jack. My family has lived away from Rhode Island for many years but we've maintained some ties to the extended family. I first heard of Tim from my Mother after she attended the funeral of Tim's Grandmother Bernice Mahoney, her sister. I remember my mother telling me that she had met Matt and Mary Jean's son Tim and that he had put his arm around her when she broke down during the funeral. She was very impressed with this then 16 year old young man that reached out to her even though they'd never met. Ten years later, I met Tim at his Grandfather Harry's funeral. Now 26, Tim was just as my mother had described and I am glad that I made the choice to get to know him better. Over the past few years, we've exchanged visits and become pen pals via cell phone text messaging. My wife and family had an opportunity to spend a Christmas holiday with him and his nephew Jay. Everybody who met him came away with the same impression... this was a classy young man. He will be greatly missed.
I spoke with Tim over Easter weekend. We talked about his Mom and Dad... his brother and sister...and his nephew Jay, who he loved like a son. We also spoke of his buddy Matt. We spoke for more than an hour. I am so glad to have shared that time with him. This kid lived for his family and friends. No man is perfect, but Tim was a perfect friend. I am so very glad we made the effort to get to know one another over the past two years. Though I can’t say or write anything to make the pain of his loss go away to his family and friends, I will say that if it had been any of us, Tim would be the one, like with my mother a decade ago, that would reach out to those who are grieving. His mother Mary Jean, father Matt, his sister Kristine and his brother Brian, and his nephew Jay need our help and prayers. I hope and pray people will reach out to them now as we all know Tim would have done for any of us. “Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted”
With a heavy heart…
Jack
On behalf of the Cheney family:
Great Aunt & Uncle Joan & Joe Cheney
Cousins Jack & Tanya Cheney (Katherine, Michael); Fred & Sheri Cheney (Joseph, Andrew)
Regina Jean
April 13, 2007
I haven't know Timothy for a long time, but what I can say about him is that he was a positive and encouraging person. Tim always had a smile on his face.My thoughts and prayers are with Timothy's family at this time of grief.
Javier Marichal
April 13, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family & friends for their loss. Tim was a great guy that always had smile on his face.
KIM MATHER
April 13, 2007
TO MARY JEAN AND FAMILY,
I AM SO VERY, VERY SAD FOR YOU. THIS SEEMS SO HARD TO COMPREHEND. PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS.
WITH LOVE,
KIM MATHER - COHORT #3 (SCEC)
Rose Marie Rogers
April 13, 2007
My sincere simpathy to Matthew and his family for their loss I will keep you in my prayers.
Jennifer Braga
April 13, 2007
Tim will be greatly missed by everyone he knew and worked with. He was genuine person and a wonderful coworker. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jessica
April 13, 2007
Tim was such a great friend. He could always make me laugh but was also sensitive and caring and paid attention when we spoke. He understood how to be there for someone else. Tim was such a part of our every-day life...I will miss him terribly.
Rose Marie Rodrigues
April 13, 2007
My deepest sympathy to his family for their loss. As a co-worker I did not have many conversations with him, but he was always pleasant with a smile on his face.
Ana Rodrigues
April 13, 2007
I first met Tim as "Don Johnson" (at an 80's party). I also had the pleasure in working with him. As difficult as his job was at times, every time I saw Tim, he was upbeat and would be smiling. Tim will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Audrey Couto McClelland
April 13, 2007
I just saw Tim at our 10 year high school reunion last month. I was so sorry to hear. His sense of humor is something I will always think back to with such fond memories. My prayers are with the Mahoney Family at this difficult time.
Jacqueline Caisse
April 13, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tina Rosa
April 13, 2007
May god bless Tim's family throughout this difficut time. Tim was a wonderful person to work with. He was a very caring social worker and will truly be missed.
Kathryn Rodrigues
April 13, 2007
My thoughts and prayer's go out to all of Tim's family and friend's. Even though I only knew Tim briefly, he always had a smile on his face. Within his smile, you saw the genuineness and happiness that he possessed and you saw his enjoyment of life on a daily basis. My deepest sympathies.
Heather Bernard
April 13, 2007
I have worked with Tim for the past two years and I saw first hand the kind, caring and compassionate person he was. He will be greatly missed. There are no words for me to say to take away the pain, other than my thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. I will always remember his smile.
Mike Luedke
April 13, 2007
What do you say about somebody that an entire community, an entire region mourns the loss of. What do you say when you have lost a best friend. Tim was and is the last remaining boy scout. He would be there for anybody and be the last to ask for anything. Tim will be sorely missed by all that he knew. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Wingmen forever, buddy.
Cheryl Hall
April 13, 2007
My knowing Tim was very brief but it will be memorable. Tim always had a smile and a friendly comment. We here at DSS will miss him as will his clients, I'm sure. My thoughts are with your family today and throughout the days to come.
Joan Labbe
April 13, 2007
Tim will be greatly missed by everyone in the DSS office. I will miss his friendly greetings and his smiles. My prayers go out to his family and I will keep him in my prayers.
Christine Monaghan
April 13, 2007
With deep and sincere Sympathy ..Timothy will be in my prayers.
Dian Birkbeck
April 13, 2007
Mary I do not know you or your son Timothy. My sister Deb Gomes works with you and had told me about your son. I too lost my daughter at the age of 17 and my heart goes out to you and your family.
Please know that time does heal but your memories are everlasting.
May angels watch over you.
Dian Birkbeck
Pawtucket, R.I.
Susan Soares
April 13, 2007
Although I have only known Timmy for a short time, his loss will have a deep impact on myself and to all that knew him. His smile was infectious and will be missed...
April 13, 2007
SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS WITH ALL OF TIM'S FAMILY. WORKING WITH TIM WAS A PLEASURE. HE WAS TRULY A GREAT MAN. HE WILL BE MISSED. GOD BLESS TAMMY ESTRELA
Anonymous
April 13, 2007
Tim had a smile and a sense of humor that could put anybody at ease. While his funny and joking personality was the first thing you would notice about Tim, once you really got to know him, you saw him for what he really was...a kind, caring and thoughtful guy who would give the shirt off his back to anyone. His job as a social worker exemplifies the kind of guy Tim was. ..willing to help anyone with little thanks or notice. He should be an example to us all. God bless you Timmy, you will be missed.
Erin Proctor
April 13, 2007
I'm sorry to hear about Tim's passing. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
JUDY MAISANO-BRIGGS
April 13, 2007
I'm so sorry for your loss, I remember Tim growing up with my
nephew Tim Welch he was a pleasure to be around.
The Staff of Manning-Heffern Funeral Home
April 13, 2007
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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