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December 11, 1992 ~ February 2, 2017 Thomas Sydney Dooley, 24, died at home in Clay, Alabama on February 2, 2017. He was born on December 11, 1992 in San Antonio, Texas, the son of Thomas P. Dooley and Laura (Anderson) Dooley. He was a graduate of Vestavia Hills High School in 2011 and played tuba in the band. Thomas had attended the University of Alabama and was currently employed as a security guard. He enjoyed fireworks, BBQ, Indian food, video games, visiting with extended family, and marksmanship. Thomas is survived by his parents Tom and Laura Dooley of Clay and three siblings: Isaac (and Amanda) Dooley of Brooklyn, NY; Catherine (and Patrick) Cashio of Camden, NJ; and Jeannette (and Eric) Cleveland of Trussville, AL. He leaves his paternal grandmother, Wilma Dooley of Atchison, KS; and his maternal grandparents, Sydney and Justine Anderson of Birmingham. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, nieces, and friends. Thomas, we will always carry your memory in our hearts. A Visitation will be held from 5-7 pm Sunday, February 5th at Deerfoot Memorial Funeral Home. The Memorial Celebration of Thomas' Life will take place at 10:30 am Monday at Grace Community Church at Deerfoot.
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Our beloved Rev. Dr. Tom Dooley and family,
We convey our condolences, living hope and prayers as you are remembering the 7th death anniversary of beloved son Thomas Dooley. God enables you to bring him here and brought TDC at Bathinda for his memory and extension of His eternal kingdom. God may console you all and fill your heart with His love.
John Samuel and family,
Bathinda, Punjab, India.
John Samuel, Punjab, India.
Friend
February 1, 2024
Dear Tom and family,
Esther and I were sad to hear the news. Please accept our condolences and prayers. May the Lord comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
Bill and Esther Barrow
February 13, 2017
Dear Tom and Laura, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. May God give you His grace, mercy and peace in your sorrow.
Chuck & Barb Micheals
February 8, 2017
Donations to the THOMAS SYDNEY DOOLEY MEMORIAL FUND will help poor children in India. Donations (checks or via "donate" button) may be sent to Path Clearer, a 501(c)(3) -- www.PathClearer.com
Thanks, the Dooley family
Tom Dooley
February 8, 2017
I have lit a candle, am praying, not for Thomas who is in his new life, but for you who must grieve. We lost my little brother Kenny, age 5, then Evelyn, only 40?, and now Thomas. We live in a time when we don't expect people to die before they live a long life, so it hits us hard. Please take care of yourselves; we in Kalamazoo hold you in our thoughts and prayers. With Love, Tomio
Tomio Anderson
February 7, 2017
Tom and Laura,
JD passed the news along to me. I'm so sorry. May Jesus' presence be tangible and a comfort.
Ken
Ken Cuffey
February 7, 2017
Thoughts and prayers for your family.
Love, Elaine, Ashley, and Kimberly
Elaine Phares
February 7, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your son. Having lost a daughter, I know the heartache you two feel. May God give you comfort in the days to come and the strength to carry you through such a dreadful ordeal. Hugs to you both.
Linda Muglach
February 6, 2017
Hi Laura, Tom & family,
I know I don't have to tell you this but, Will, Emily, Moe and I adored Thomas! You're being held in our hearts
Our family is scattered within many states this week and cannot attend his service. However, you will hear from us.
We're sending our heartfelt condolences.
In his name, we love you,
Nancy Davis & Family
Nancy Davis
February 6, 2017
Tom Dooley
February 6, 2017
Clarissa Smith
February 6, 2017
Laura and Tom, I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take it day by day, hour by hour, minute by minute. May God bless y'all.
Debbie Jenkins
February 5, 2017
Tom Dooley
February 5, 2017
May the God of faithfulness give you strength and be with you in this time of sorrows.
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that Day, and not only to me but also to all who have loved his appearing" (2 Timothy 4: 7-8)
The Nkashamas
Celine Nkashama
February 5, 2017
We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Thomas. Our condolences to the Dooleys and all the relatives and friends. Love, Kim Anderson, Shawn and Sarah Pachangi
February 5, 2017
To Tom, Laura, and family: we never had the privilege of meeting Thomas in person, but you always spoke so highly of him. You are in our hearts and our prayers as a family. We love you so much and wish we could be there with you at this time. We extend our condolences and prayers of peace. Love Mark, Keturah, and boys (Justice, Jasher, Ezra, and Eli).
Mark & Keturah Blakeman
February 5, 2017
Tom and Laura, You are daily in our thoughts and prayers. We believe with you that our Lord is with you, though even that might at times seem distant. The passages that have most helped us are those which affirm that we grieve but not as those who have no hope (1 Thes 4) and Romans 8 which acknowledges whole heartedly our groaning, and the Spirit's groaning with us, yet also concludes in that confidence (distant as it may seem right now) that nothing (not even death) can separate us from the love of God in Christ. We look forward to seeing you at the memorial service on Monday. In the meantime, go with God. Craig and Deb
Craig and Deb Gallaway
February 5, 2017
May the Lord Jesus Christ comfort you and grant you His peace and love
Noah
Noah Leopard
February 5, 2017
Tom Dooley
February 5, 2017
Extending Condolences From the Reagan's: Earth and heaven sometimes sharethat which time holds dear and fairOther times in shortness of breathe for air, there are moments on earth wrought with despairEven though the body is but mass, and breathes of air like tree and grassOnly heaven holds what lasts, and the Lord shall bring all to pass.
Matthew Reagan
February 4, 2017
I don't think I can accurately describe what Thomas means. He was creative, brilliant and kind.. but I want to focus on the kindness.
Thomas was there for his friends through thick and thin. It didn't matter your background, your upbringing, your ethnicity... he was there and he loved you.
Thomas would reach out to anyone and everyone. He would check in and check up. He was the person that you could rely on for support at any time of day.
His heart was huge and it showed. He cared so much about the people in his life, his relationships, the way they were operating - and he put himself after that.
Thomas was precious. I regret the trips I didn't make with him. We had one planned in the spring. I love Thomas. And this is hitting me on and off.
To his family: thank you. Thomas adored you all. He spoke of each one of you every conversation we had. He shared his growth with his parents in his recent months. He shared how his siblings and their kids were doing. He talked about what was going on in their lives and what that meant to him. All of the experiences and all of the love that was shared. Difficulties were hard for him and strengths gave him encouragement.
If there's anything he knew about his family, it was how much they love him. He had no problem admitting it.
Like I said, this boys heart was so huge and so pure. He went through A LOT. Way too much for someone so young.
I loved his plans, his ambitions, and his passions. I loved watching him talk and laugh and I love how he could hold eye contact for so long.
All caramel macchiatos will be enjoyed with him in mind. I'll never look at Indian food the same and the next time I almost wreck in the rain I'll think of the time we spun out of control in New York City.
All of my thoughts and prayers are to his family and friends.
Paige Price
February 4, 2017
Douglas Sanders
February 4, 2017
Sincerest of condolences from the Bynon family (Bobby, Judy and Sara).
Judy Bynon
February 4, 2017
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