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Thomas McAvoy Obituary

MCAVOY, THOMAS F.; age 60; born on September 6, 1952 in Pontiac, Michigan and passed suddenly on February 8, 2013 in Commerce, Michigan. Beloved husband of the late Susan Swanson-McAvoy. Loving father of Chantilly, Thomas M., Leaun McAvoy and Jess Swanson; cherished grandfather of Mallorie, Keyon and Shaylena; dear brother of Robert McAvoy, Sally McAvoy, and Laura (Mark) Bohon. Thomas will be missed by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Family Will Receive Friends on Wednesday February 13, 2013, beginning at 2 p.m. until the Memorial Service at 7 p.m., at the Highland Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home 3295 E. Highland Road Highland, Michigan. Memorials appreciated to the family of Thomas F. McAvoy.

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Published by The Oakland Press from Feb. 9 to Feb. 10, 2013.

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Michael Behm

February 3, 2021

God bless you Tommy. With love and peace.

Michael Behm

October 22, 2013

I can count on one hand how many people I have worked with over 23 years that I would call my friend, Tom is one of them. God bless you Tom.

The Jones Family

February 13, 2013

We live a few houses over from your family. We'd wave at Tom but never met him. I'm sorry we never had the chance. He sounded like a great guy. We are very sorry for your loss.

February 13, 2013

To the McAvoy Swanson family - No words take the pain or the loss, only time will lighten the sting. I know Sue was waiting for him -" c'mon Tom let's go! I have so much to show you!" They truly loved each other and all of you so very much. I miss them both and think of Sue so often. Prayers and Hugs to all of you...
Michelle

Darla Skinner (Willett)

February 12, 2013

Tom, I remember you from the old neighborhood off West Beechdale. I saw You last at Sues Funeral, I always Thought You were a Sweetheart... Only the Good Die Young is so true! I am sure this will be a Reunion of Sorts,May you Rest in Piece With Sue..Prayers to your Loved ones, I hope they find comfort in your Handprint on there Lives...Blessings to all at this time!

Ronald Zaborowski

February 12, 2013

I worked with Tom for over 10 yrs my thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Mcavoy family R.I.P. my friend

Ron Zaborowski

February 12, 2013

I had the pleasure of working with Tom for over 10 yrs my thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Mcavoy family may he R.I.P.

Michael Behm

February 12, 2013

Tommy,

My gut feeling is that you are just getting started my friend. Thank you for all the help, insight, and all those Quality bolts you made. As a Quality professional, you made my life and my job worth living, thank you.

heather millross

February 11, 2013

Thoughts r with you and your famiely god bless you .

Justin Hall

February 11, 2013

Tom, I'm glad to say I knew you. And thanks for giving me a shot when you hired me 20 years ago.
Justin Hall

Heather Faye Drinkard

February 10, 2013

I am so so so sorry to hear this & so sorry for the loss of such a good person!My love, prayers,& sympathy are sent your way.xoxo

april Mason Michigan Indoor Tech.

February 10, 2013

My heart is with the family. God needed another angle and called your dad home.

Thanks for the ride home from Florida. xoxo

Tracy Ward

February 10, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing, I thought of him often. Definatley a great man, RIP my friend. God Bless your family in this difficult time.

Jaime Justus

February 10, 2013

thoughts and prayers with your family

February 10, 2013

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

gail, larry vanhoose

February 10, 2013

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

Kellee/Mathew Rainoldi

February 10, 2013

Wonderful Neighbor and he will be dearly missed. What a great loss indeed. May God continue to watch over his family and friends and know that his time with us was treasured.

Mary Roof

February 10, 2013

WAS A Very good man to work for but the good lord wanted him he was very good hearted and sure he will have a good place for him. I will miss him dearly. Prayers from my family to yours. R.I.P.

Mary Roof

February 10, 2013

Mary Roof Very good man to work for but the good lord wanted him he was very good hearted and sure he will have a good place for him. I will miss him dearly. Prayers from my family to yours.

Mary Roof

February 10, 2013

Was Very good man to work for but the good lord wanted him he was very good hearted and sure he will have a good place for him. I will miss him dearly. Prayers from my family to yours.

Sayud Rahbe

February 10, 2013

I am so so sorry to the MacAvoy family. Tom is one of the greatest man I have been blessed to know.

Daniel Stachowiak

February 10, 2013

Tom was my best friend for many years and his passing has brought to mind some great memories of the time we shared. He will be missed as a brother rest in piece Tom Ace

February 10, 2013

Tom you were my best friend for many years and you will be greatly missed so long bro. Ace

Roy Tornow

February 9, 2013

Tom, a long time friend and co-worker. You'll be greatly missed! Very sorry for your family and loved ones left behind.

Sherri Powell

February 9, 2013

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayes are with Tom's loved ones. RIP

Tom Brewer

February 9, 2013

Prayers go out to the family. So sorry to hear this sad news. Rest In Peace Tom you'll be missed by your family and your friends

Brad Falter

February 9, 2013

Thoughts and Prayers to the McAvoy family.

February 9, 2013

Tom was a great guy and will be truly missed.

Annette Sharrard

Maryann Jordan

February 9, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss .. I loved your dad like my brother... He was a wonderful dad, husband, papa , brother, and friend...RIP Thomas...love always Maryann Jordan...

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