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for Joseph Tierney
Kathi Ryan
December 8, 2023
Thinking of Sonny this morning as his Anniversary approaches... He truly was a Gem, and I was so lucky to have been able to have a great friendship with him. I remember he was always Joe Tierney Dierdre's Dad. As I became a young adult and entered into the world of Politics Sonny became my friend. I can still hear his laugh and his words of advice. He is always missed.
Love,
Kathi Ryan Flynn xo
Andrew Nager
October 27, 2010
To the Tierney family,
On 9/30 my father Steven Nager passed away. The Nager family were very fond of Joseph. My grandmother Mildred worked with Joe back in the sixties. She was with Bnai Brith and they helped the Jewish community in Boston get better treatment. Joe stood up against racism next to my Grammy and made a difference. My father loved Mr. Tierney. He believed that change was up to us, one at a time. I met him and his family in Brockton at my family's home for my 6th birthday in 1974. The pictures of our families laughing started with Joe and Grammy cracking jokes that I didn't understand. I know nothing except that he made a difference in so many lives. Seeing Maura on Stand up to Cancer mention her dad was heartfelt. Diabetes took my dad and he was only 64. They both were larger than life and will be loved and missed always. May the entire Tierney family remember the love that is eternal can never die. May GOD bless you tierney's. Always. On 12/14 I'll light a candle for both of our fathers. [email protected] We all gave $ after seeing Maura
Robert O'Leary
October 18, 2010
Dear Deirdre and your family,
I only found out about your loss today from an article by Lawrence Harmon in yesterday's Globe mentioning the "late Joseph Tierney." Please, accept my condolences on your loss, though they are tardy. You can view it as a testimony to how important Joseph was to Boston's history that his name continues to be summoned in Boston politics.
I hope you and your family are well otherwise.
September 12, 2010
To all the Tierneys.
Reading my newspaper Parade section this morning, I was so happy to read the good news about Maura. On the other hand, I was so saddened to read about Joe. The city of Boston, South Boston and Camp Wing and the family have lost a wonderful person. We will all meet again someday and he will be opening the doors for us.
lol
Dick Whalen &family
Estero, Florida
Matt Dowd
January 14, 2010
A great man has left us all too soon, but not before having made the world a better place. His legacy should be taught to students of law, political science, communications , and business, because most of those kids wouldn't even believe that a man can live by the way of "I'm here to help" without expecting anything in return. In that sense, he'll always live on as a profound inspiration.
Marla Jansen
January 13, 2010
So sorry to hear of your loss...many people have your family in their thoughts...
-Marla
Marc Knoop
January 10, 2010
I hope Maura receives the love of God and has good memories of her dad. She is really a sensitive person and that is why I want the best for her.
Marc
Arthur Fritch
January 9, 2010
Joe was a great guy and was always there for Southie. We all had fun working on the campaigns with Willy, Ann Marie and Kenny. Joe will be sadly missed. God Bless.
Marc Knoop
December 28, 2009
I feel sorry for you dear Maura.
God bless you and I hope you have good memories of your dad. Take care.
Best Wishes for you and your family.
Marc
Joanne Dexter
December 27, 2009
my thoughts and preyers are with all the tierney family.
Andrew Nager
December 25, 2009
To the Tierney family,
My grandmother Mildred Nager was involved in politics with Mr Tierney back in the 60's and that's how I met his daughter Maura back in 1974 along with Pat. He was a blessed soul for he had love in ample amounts for whom he cared for. The Tierney's and Boston have lost one of their true heroes. MAY GOD truly bless you all. Andrew Lloyd Nager 754-368-0808
connie holland
December 23, 2009
so sorry for your loss it was just 4 months ago that i was enjoying his company on waterside drive hope to see you there again special regards to deidre and joe
December 22, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Sonny was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed!
Terri Martini & Family
Barbara Pizzi
December 21, 2009
I was an intern for Joe from UMass,in the 70's, my job was to read the Hyde Park weekly papers and cut out the Students of the week and Joe would send them letters. He helped anyone who walked into the office,I watched and noticed that his staff didn't make a list of people who asked for help, I once said to Joe, you didn't take their information, he asked why and I said so you can call them later to help you campaign, he said we don't run that kind of office. He told me you help my campaign because you want to not because I'm going to do something for you. Small world my mother worked at the State House with his brother Jackie. My Family is sad to hear of his passing. He will be missed.
Jim Collins OFCharlestown
December 19, 2009
To the Tierney Family, Joe personified 'service to others' in both his private and public life. After he greeted me warmly, he would ask, "How can I help YOU today?". I offer my condolences and high regard for your husband, Dad, grandfather and brother.
Susanne Åkesson
December 18, 2009
My sincere condolences to the Tierney family. My thoughts are with you all.
Charlie McGonagle
December 18, 2009
To the Tierney Family,
Joe and I were pals during our high school days at Boston English. South Boston and Charlestown - it couldn't get any better. Although Joe and I sort of lost touch with each other over the years, I closely followed his successful career from a distance. I was saddened to read of his passing. My prayers and sincere condolences are with all of you.
December 18, 2009
The staff and individuals at Essence of Thyme extend our sympathies to the Tierney Family at this sad time
December 18, 2009
God bless you all and give you peace. xx
December 17, 2009
Joe was one of a kind I loved his stories especially the one about his first job carrying the disabled plumber on his back up five flights of stairs to do a job . At times he drove me crazy bringing a plastic mouse into my restaurant leaving it on the bar just for a reaction. Most of all I loved the way Joe and Pat were together, best friends soulmates . I will miss him .
John MacDonald
December 17, 2009
Pat,
You have been so good to so many, I am so sorry for the loss you and your family are experiencing. Please take comfort in knowing that are surrounded by so caring people during this difficult time.
John Galligan
December 17, 2009
From the whole Galligan Family, our sincerest condolences in your time of troubles.
John L. Galligan
Robert F Tierney
December 17, 2009
Very sorry Pat and Family for your loss..May you find peace thru Christ ,
at this time of the year. Bob and Carol Tierney ,Westwood
December 17, 2009
Dear Pat and Family, We are very sorry. I will miss Sonny joking with us at the counter. He was a great person and you where blessed to have him as a husband and father. Our thoughts are with you. Love, Jo Anne (chef at Delfino) and George.
Robert & Darlene Kubilis
December 17, 2009
Dear Pat and Family,
Our Sincere Condolences to the Tierney Family. Words can not express how we feel. We hope the fond memories of him will bring glowing smiles to your faces and warm feeling to embrace your hearts at this very sad time. Our prayers are with you all.
Hugs!
Aida Abreu
December 17, 2009
To Maura and family,
our sympathies and prayers. Glad you always mentioned Mr. Tierney in your interviews, showing the world the committed man he was.
Aida, Alexandre and Arthur, from Brazil.
Sullivan's
December 16, 2009
Dear Pat and Family:
Many fond memories of growing up on Pilsudski Way with the Tierney Family.
Our deepest condolances to you and your family. God Bless!
December 16, 2009
To Pat and Family,
We want to express our sincerest condolences on the passing of Sonny. He was a wonderfully caring person of great wit. Hyde Park and the City of Boston are losing a great man.
Scott Batey
Steve Conley
John Shea
December 16, 2009
Dear Pat and Family:
Our deepest sympathy on Sonny's passing. It was a great pleasure seeing your family out for dinner on, "Meet the Candidates Night".
We are all better people for having known Sonny.
AnneMarie, John Shea and Family
Gina
December 16, 2009
Maura and Family
Im sorry for your loss. Maura: I am 25 years old and I lost my mom a couple of years ago. I know this time is hard and I will tell you what I was told: The truth: It never stops hurting, you get used to it and one day you will wake up and not be sad. You will smile and remember his face.
-Gina
Julie and Tony Arruda
December 16, 2009
Dear Pat and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in are thoughts during this difficult time.
John Downey
December 16, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
The Flanagans
December 16, 2009
Dear Mrs. Tierney, Maura, Deirdre and family, Joseph and Andrea,
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Tierney. I remember him as being kind, compassionate and full of life. He always seemed to take the time to talk to people, to listen to them or to help them if he could, no matter how busy he was.
He will be remembered by so many with fondness and love.
We hold all of you in our hearts.
Love,
Cathy and Larkin
Dana Cronin-Kuk
December 16, 2009
Dear Pat and family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss.I understand how hard it is especially at this time of year.You'll be in my thoughts and prayers.God bless.-Dana Cronin-Kuk (formerly of HP on Beacon Street)
Linda and Warren Alessi
December 16, 2009
Dear Pat and family,
Warren and I were so sorry to here about Sonny. He was such a lovely man; so cheerful all the time and such fun. I hope your loving memories, family and friends can help to ease these painful moments. We are thinking of you...
Marie Alabiso
December 16, 2009
Dear Pat, Deidre, Joseph and Maura,
Sasha was a kind and loving man who made each of us feel that we were special to him. His wonderful smile and sense of humor will always have a special place in my heart. He was a gift to all that knew him and will be sorely missed.
Love to your family,
"The Pilgrim"
Robin Vandemoortele
December 16, 2009
Dear Maura and family
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
joe keefe
December 16, 2009
dear pat maura & deidre
ow!... world wont be the same without sonny's humor, remembering our old get togethers
be well
Karen DiBlasi
December 16, 2009
Tierney Family,
Sonny was a wonderful Father-in-Law to Andrea. He was a very kind and caring person. Spending Thanksgiving last year with Sonny and Andrea and Joe's wedding, I will always remember. I am glad that David and I got to know him. He will be greatly missed.
Karen DiBlasi and David Wells
Nicole Fischer
December 16, 2009
To the Tierneys:
I was so sorry to hear about the death of Mr. Tierney. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. God Bless you all.
Joe & Dotty Thurston
December 15, 2009
Dear Pat and Family,
I cannot tell you how sorry we are to hear about Sonny's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Frank Garibaldi
December 15, 2009
Dear Pat and Family:
I am sorry to hear of your loss.I will miss running into joe at the supermarket and swapping jokes.
Deepest Sympathy
Frank Garibaldi
Anthony Jeannetti
December 15, 2009
Pat Tierney and Family. I am so sorry to hear about joe"s passing. i talked to Joe a few weeks back when i heard he was sick.he had me laughing on the phone and thats the joe i will miss and remember,he always had a story or a joke even in that phone call. i am so glad i got to talk to him before he passed that ment a lot to me. He will be missed. WHAT A GREAT GUY.
Nikki
December 15, 2009
Rest in peace...
Bless the whole family
Sally Haase
December 15, 2009
Mrs. Tierney and family,
I have never met Mr. Tierney, but I have read through the pages of tributes and I can tell he was a wonderful man. I'm very sorry for your loss.
Shelby
December 15, 2009
Dear Tierney family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
JIM PARDY
December 15, 2009
Dear Pat and family,
"Sonny" cared about everyone without any consideration for what they could do for him. I knew him when I was an administrative assistant to the Boston School Committee and we worked together on busing and other problems that his constituents were having.
When the elected committee was abolished he called me and asked what I was going to do. I told him that i was going to have to retire and he told me about a special retirement provision of those who are discharged because of financiaL and political reasons.
Because of this I was ableto retire at 51 with an enhanced pension which allowed me to pursue a career with non-profit organiations that aided recent released offenders and the homeless. I really felt that Sonny did this because he knew this is what I would eventually do in honor of him.
Tom Curran
December 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in your time of grief. I grew up with the Tierney family and have the greatest respect for all.
Tommy C., Milton
Karen Frenette
December 15, 2009
My sincere condolences to the Tierney family. My thoughts are with you all.
Dawn O'Connell
December 15, 2009
Deirdre and family -
I am so sorry to hear about your father's passing. I know he lived a full and happy life, and was much loved by his friends and family. He will be greatly missed.
Please know that you have my deepest sympathy and will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Raquel Hunter
December 15, 2009
Deidre & the Tierney Family -
I just heard the news and wanted to send my deepest condolences to you and your family. Your father was such a nice man and I have fond memories of meeting him during our days at BC. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
December 15, 2009
Deirdre and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. I remember your dad being a great fun-loving guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
RJ and Deanna DAgostino
Maura Spingola
December 15, 2009
Deirdre,
I am so sorry to hear about your father's passing. Thinking of you and all your family, and praying for you all.
Love,
Brian Dreger
December 15, 2009
God bless him and the whole family. Our thoughts are with you all...
Christine Calnan
December 15, 2009
My condolences to the Tierney Family. I knew Joe from S.H.Y.C. where I worked for over 10 years. I will always remember his wit and his dashing smile. R.I.P. With love, Christine.
Sissa F
December 15, 2009
Tierney Family
You will be in my thoughts and prayers. May God’s blessings be with you all.
Cheryl Burns-Tiernry
December 15, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cathy
December 15, 2009
Extending my deepest sympathy in your time of sorrow during the holiday season. My prayers are with your family.
Susan Downs
December 15, 2009
Dear Pat and Family
I am so sorry to hear of Sonny's passing. I have many fond memories
when we were young on Manomet Beach
Fernanda Jund
December 15, 2009
My condolences to the Tierney family. God bless you! Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Don't be sad, he's in a good place, and looking to you. All my best for the family, from Brazil.
JW Allen
December 15, 2009
My sincere condolences on the death of Mr. Tierney.
Susanne V.
December 15, 2009
Dear Tierney family,
I am so sorry for your loss.
My condolences are with you.
Madeleine Rokosz
December 15, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Dan Baker
December 15, 2009
Thoughts and prayers are with you all tonight
Find strength in each other, and happiness in memories.
Love and Peace
Dan xxx
Cecilia Lippa
December 15, 2009
Dear Maura,
I've loved you since the very first time I saw you, in your first ER episode.... I've loved your character, and most of all your incredible talent.
I believe you're increbibly beautiful and talented and you always seemed to be such a great person.... thats why I'm writing to you at this very moment from Rome, Italy, to express my most sincere condolences... from the bottom of my heart.
And of course a huge hug....
LOVE,
Cecilia
Amanda Falk
December 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Stay strong.
Tara Sproles
December 15, 2009
Mrs. Tierney, Maura and Family -
I am so very sorry for your loss, and pray that God will keep you and comfort you during this difficult time. Please know that you are all in the thoughts and hearts of many.
moran shenfeld
December 15, 2009
Sending my heart to you, I wish you will not know more sorrow.
Alex and Nancy Geourntas
December 15, 2009
Dear Pat and Family:
We were saddened to hear about Joe's passing. Our deepest condolences to your entire family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Paul Murray
December 15, 2009
May I offer my condolences to the Tierney Family.
My late brother Jim Murray worked with and for Joe at City Hall. He always believed Joe was too good to be a politician. He was right.
December 15, 2009
Goodbye my friend
Loved you
Captain Old Spice
December 15, 2009
It was our pleasure to have made Joe's acquaintance, A sweet and thoughtful man. Our thoughts are with Pat and her family.
Jim and Eileen Keaney
Jeanie LoVuolo
December 15, 2009
The Tierney Family,
Our deepest condolences and thoughts are with you all on the passing of Joe.
Jeanie LoVuolo & Family
Pasquale & Marie Passi
December 15, 2009
Our hearts are heavy with sorrow and filled with grief for your loss. We pray that God our Father will walk through your house and take away all your worries; and he will watch over you and your family.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Our deepest sympathy, with love,
Pat and Marie
Kathleen Flynn
December 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Tierney family. I know we have another angel watching over all of us from heaven. Joe was truely a wonderful person, I will always remember the beautiful smiles and great laughter he shared whenever we met and he spoke of family and friends
December 15, 2009
Dear Pat and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Pat you were blessed with a wonder life-long friend and husband, may the precious memories bring you peace. I am forever grateful to both of you. We don't know why things happen but our faith tells us that we will see our loved ones again. What joy in that thought! God bless you always and know that Joe is "safely home."
Flossy Whalen Higgins
Rike Koehler
December 15, 2009
Dear Maura, Deirdre, Joseph & Pat,
my thoughts and prayers are with you during this hard time, it's never easy to lose such a dear familymember but i'm sure you'll always keep him in good memories and in your heart. I know that this year was full of misery for all of you, especially for Maura, so i pray for 2010 to become a better year for you! And Maura, take your time with going back to work, we know what you're going through and we understand that it takes a lot of time until everything is at least a little normalized.
God bless you! My condolences.
Best regards from Germany!
Rike (14)
Tim Kierstead
December 15, 2009
Deirdre,
We are so sorry for the loss of your father. You and your entire family are in our hearts and prayers.
-Tim and Jana Kierstead
Michelle Keith
December 15, 2009
Dear Pat and family,
You know Stephen and I absolutely adored Joe. Gosh, did he love you, his children, and grandchildren so very, very much!
He made a huge difference in our lives and we will be forever grateful. I will remember him for his brilliance, his fabulous stories, kind heart, sheer determination, and sense of fair play.
May God Bless Joe as well as you and your family. I am so sorry.
All my best,
Michelle Keith
Sissy Kelley
December 15, 2009
Pat and family, please accept my deepest sympathy on Joe's passing. He was a wonderful man and I will never forget the advice and counsel he extended to me and my family. With a heavy heart may you cherish the memories of the wonderful life you shared with him, thinking of you ...Sissy Kelley
Christian and Nicole Montminy
December 15, 2009
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the Tierney Family"
Bill Thurston
December 15, 2009
Dear Pat and family I am so sorry for your loss. As you know Pat the Tienery family has been a big part of my pass. Sonny was always there when I needed him.again I am sorry
December 15, 2009
It was a great shock to learn of Joe's death.
He was a great friend to our family and especially to my mother, Kathleen Mullen. She always felt that Joe and his family was part of her extended Irish Family. As president of the City Council, he always had time for the ladies of the Back Bay and their problems on Newbury St.
Pat our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John and Mary Miele (St Augustine, Florida)
Amanda Lion
December 15, 2009
Dear Pat, Deirdre, Joseph and Maura,
There are not enough words to describe what a remarkable person Sonny was. He has left a huge hole in our hearts. We are so grateful to have had a chance to know him and we will miss him terribly.
Our thoughts are with you.
Love,
Amanda and Ave
Elaine Mahoney
December 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tom McCarron
December 15, 2009
Dear Pat, Bob, and the rest of the Tierney Family:
Please accept my deepest sympathy on Joe's passing. I always liked him as a City Councilor and a great person. He was a great role model for me back when he was a young councilor and I was a young city worker. He always spoke to me both during and long after his time in office.
I'm sure he will be sorely missed by all.
Brian & John
December 15, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Tierney family as we say goodbye to Sonny. We will miss him terribly, always have his wisdom and humor here in our hearts, and treasure his friendship forever. With love,
December 15, 2009
May his strength and your wonderful memories get you thru this difficult time.
Denise Cole-Giovanni
Lyn Foote
December 15, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Tierney Family during this trying time. Its obvious that he was loved by many.
Kourtney Rumpf
December 15, 2009
To the Tierey Family
So sorry for your loss, we know what you guys are going through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Rumpf Family
Patrice Murphy Sullivan
December 15, 2009
Dear Pat and family, So sorry to hear about your loss. Joe was a terrific friend to my Dad and to all of us Murphy's. When Dad died, we knew we could always count on the Tierney's, no matter what. I will always remember the pride he showed when talking about his children and grandchildren. We were blessed to have known him. If you ever need anything, we will be here for you. God bless you all.
Maribeth McKeon-Sanabria
December 15, 2009
My grandmother, Helen McKeon (Providence RI), always talked about our relatives the Tierneys in Boston. I believe Joe's mother Nan was related to my grandfather Matthew McKeon who came to RI from County Leitrim in Ireland. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Martine DP
December 15, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Ariel
December 15, 2009
Tierney Family:
I'm sorry for the passing of such a dear member to your family. My prayers are with you all. Take comfort in the people around you. God Bless.
Barbara Baxter
December 15, 2009
Dear Pat and Family
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Joe from the Hyde Park Parades, as a City Councillor and a friend.
He was a very kind and caring person.
I know how hard it will be for you in the coming days, but you are all loved
for your dedication to each other and the Hyde Park Community.
Sincerely Barbara Baxter
Matt Elsmore
December 15, 2009
Dear Pat, Maura, Deidre and Joseph. My most sincere condolences for your loss. Sonny will be our hearts forever. Not only was he a great godfather to me, he was also a great friend. He will truley be missed by the entire Elsmore family.
liz fermino
December 14, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Kourtney Rumpf
December 14, 2009
To the Tierney family
our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.
The Rumpf Family
December 14, 2009
Dear Pat and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about Joe's passing. He was such an important person in my life! I was so glad that I had the opportunity to have visited him this past summer. I will always treasure the times spent with all of you. Thanks so much for sharing Joe with all of us .
Love, Keith and Cathy Durham
Anne Marie Rheault
December 14, 2009
Pat,Maura,Deirdre And Joe ,
I was so sorry to hear of Sonny's passing ... I will forever have him and your family in my prayers.
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