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Thomas Germanovich Obituary

Thomas George Germanovich, Sr., 58, of Glenolden, passed away peacefully after his 2½-year fight with breast cancer on February 21, 2015, surrounded by his family and friends.
Born in Upper Darby, PA, to the late George and Helen (nee Starecky) Germanovich, Tom was a beloved husband, devoted father, loving grandfather, son-in-law, uncle and friend.
Thomas worked for the U.S. Post Office in Wayne, PA, as a mail carrier for 32 years. Tom will be remembered as the funny man who loved golfing, walking his dogs and was tremendously devoted to his family, both immediate and impressive extended family.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 35 years, Patti (nee Mellon) Germanovich; five children, Monika Germanovich- Smythe (Tony), Thomas Germanovich, Jr. (Devon), Mark Germanovich (Sarah), Erik Germanovich (Stephanie) and Karl Germanovich; four beautiful grandchildren, Dominic and Isabella Smythe and Dimitri and Nina Germanovich, and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Tuesday, February 24, 2015, 5-8 p.m., O'Leary Funeral Home, 640 E. Springfield Rd., Springfield, PA 19064.
There will be another Viewing, Wednesday February 25, 2015, at 9 a.m. in Our Lady of Fatima Church, South Ave., Secane, PA followed by his Funeral Mass at 10 a.m.
Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Basser Research Center for BRCA-Revolutionizing BRCA1 and BRCA2 Research - Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, 3400 Civic Center Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19104

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Published by Daily Times from Feb. 22 to Feb. 23, 2015.

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February 28, 2015

Sorry for your loss. Tom was a good neighbor and friend to our family. Todaro Family

Judy (Whelan) Jackson

February 28, 2015

My deepest sympathy to the Germanovich family, I have great memories of Tommy from Kenmore Road as well as St Laurence. I will keep you all in my prayers

February 27, 2015

Dear Patti,

I was so sorry to read about Tom's passing. I remember meeting him many years ago when you held a "Mothers of Twins" board meeting at your house. I hope that your memories of happy times together will be a source of comfort for you, and that you will find peace and strength through your faith and the love of your family and friends.
Pat Snyder
Newtown Square, PA

February 24, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Remember the memories - they help so much at this time. You are in my prayers.

Sharon Green (friend of Marian Fahy)

February 24, 2015

Prayers for you and your family Cheryl and Rick Dimarco and family

February 24, 2015

Patti, Karl, and Monika, Tommy, Mark & Erik,
We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Barb & Eddie Bragger

Donna Fox

February 24, 2015

Patti - I am so sorry for your loss. I didn't know Tom but I heard he was definitely one of the good guys! You and your family are in my prayers.

Dennis Kulchinsky

February 24, 2015

Dear Patti and family,
Although Tom was here for too short a time,his life had a great effect on many,many lives.That is what we all strive for while here.We want to love and be loved in return.Tom certainly felt that and he will be missed but never forgotten.

February 23, 2015

Patti I am so sorry for your lost. You are so lucky to be surrounded by your family and so many friend. Please accept my deepest condolences . Will be praying for you all.

Joan( McCormick) McGill

Donna Curcio

February 23, 2015

Dear Patti and family,
So sorry to hear about cousin Tom's passing.
He was a super guy with a great smile!
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.
Love, cousin Donna Curcio (nee Todd)

February 23, 2015

Dear Patti and Family - We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Tom. We have so many fond memories of him and of your whole family - from the plays at Bonner and Prendie to the proms and dances. He will be missed. Know that our prayers are with you all.

Joanne, Kaci and Matt Butler

February 23, 2015

Dear Patti and Family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband, we will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Dolores, Doug and Mike Petrocelli

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