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Thomas O'Malley Obituary
Thomas John O'Malley, 91, beloved husband of Laverne (Twarkins) O'Malley for 57 years passed away on Friday, August 25, 2017, surrounded by his family. Tom was born in Windsor on March 22, 1926, the son of the late Thomas Francis O'Malley and Rose (Cunningham) O'Malley. He lived in Suffield, Connecticut, for the last thirty-three years, after spending most of his life and career in Windsor, Connecticut. Tom was a graduate of Loomis Chaffee School, and proudly served his country during WWII in the US Navy. He graduated from Yale University and Georgetown Law School, and was admitted to practice law in Connecticut in 1954. He was a founding partner of the law firm O'Malley, Deneen, Leary, Messina & Oswecki in Windsor, served as Prosecutor and Judge of the Windsor Municipal Court, and was Commissioner of the Metropolitan District Commission for 15 years. He retired in 2004 after a successful fifty-year career. Tom was an active civic member of numerous organizations, including the Connecticut, Hartford and Windsor Bar Associations, Windsor Federal Savings and Loan Association, Windsor Economic Development Commission, Windsor Democratic Town Committee, Windsor Charter Revision Commission, St. Gabriel's Church Council, Connecticut Petroleum Production Control Commission, Connecticut Energy Advisory Board, Greater Hartford Transit District, Suffield Charter Revision Commission and the Suffield Board of Assessment Appeals. He also served as the Suffield Town Attorney. Tom married Laverne Twarkins on November 7, 1959, with whom he shared the joy of raising their five children: Kim and her husband John Hipp of Houston, Texas; Donna and her husband David Allen of Danville, Vermont; John and his wife Clare of Suffield; Paul and his wife Tricia of Randolph, New Jersey; and Sheila and her husband Patrick Fitzgerald of Loudonville, New York. He took great pride in his thirteen grandchildren: Caitlin and Christopher Hipp; Kalin and Solenne Thompson; Patrick, Dermott and Maura O'Malley; Lauren, Gregory and Meghan O'Malley; Madeleine, Julia and John Fitzgerald; and two great-grandchildren, Miel Kelly and Rowan Stevens. Tom instilled the importance of a strong work ethic and a solid education in all his children. He was an avid gardener, landscaper, hunter, and fisherman. He and Laverne enjoyed vacation travel and holiday gatherings with their ever-growing family. The O'Malley family will receive friends Tuesday, August 29, 2017 form 4-7 PM at Nicholson & Carmon Funeral Home, 443 East St. N. (Rt. 159), Suffield. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, August 30, 2017, 10:00 AM at Sacred Heart Church, 446 Mountain Rd., Suffield. Burial with military honors will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Windsor Locks. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to Sacred Heart Church, 446 Mountain Road, Suffield Connecticut, 06078. To leave on-line condolences please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com
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September 1, 2017
My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise found in Isa25:8 can bring you some comfort. Knowing that there is a future for the ones we have lost in death can be so comforting.
California~
Janet and Ted Lewin
August 31, 2017
Laverne: We are sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy. it was Mike, your Godson, that called to let me know. My heart is with you. Jan and Ted Lewin
Cathy Jourdan
August 30, 2017
Mrs. O'Malley, Kim, John & the entire family, I am sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. O'Malley. I knew him first as Mr. - Kim's dad. Years later when I started working at Probate I am not sure either one of us got used to my calling him Attorney. You are in my thoughts & prayers. Cathy (Kuntz) Jourdan
Kim Gross
August 30, 2017
Sheila and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you have strength and peace during this difficult time. Your friend, Kim Gross
Kathleen Smedick Libby
August 30, 2017
Sending sincerest condolences and prayers to the O'Malley family.
Robin Stanwick
August 30, 2017
The O'Malley family is in my thoughts and prayers. He will always in your hearts.
August 28, 2017
Dear Laverne, Just heard of Tom's passing. Please know our prayers and thoughts are with you, Kay and your families. You and Tom had a beautiful marriage and have been blessed with many children. God is with you.
Fondly,
Dick and Lynn
Gene Dailey
August 28, 2017
John and other family members, I was saddened of the news of John's death. I remember him at the parents week end at St Michael's College and since John was a long time friend of my Son, Mark I was kept aware of his Mr. o'Malley's medical progress? It is always difficult to lose a parent regardless of the circomstances! and no one really knows your grief like you do. May he rest in peace Gene Dailey
George Bolduc
August 28, 2017
John and Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad.
Nicholson & Carmon Funeral Home
August 28, 2017
With deepest sympathy during this time of difficulty.
Maura Hennessy Shaw
August 28, 2017
Dear Clan, so many happy memories from Palisado Ave., from the Shad Derby festival, from the Democratic Committee days... and your Dad's smiling face and ready wit! Thinking of you and sending prayers.
Philip Coyne
August 28, 2017
My dad was a longtime colleague and friend of Tom's on the Democratic Town Committee over many years. It was people like them who helped make Windsor such a wonderful community to grow up in. My sincere condolences to Kim, Donna, and all the O'Malley siblings at this time of loss and sadness.
Philip Coyne Jr.
August 27, 2017
Dear Laverne, Know that your are surrounded by love of your friends and wonderful family. As my friend says, "Somehow you go on." I am so sorry that the journey has taken this turn. Your faith and memories will help you get through it. Much love, Carol and Jack Hubert
Stanley & Alice (Sawka) Chudecki
August 28, 2017
Dear Family, Our deepest condolences to everyone. May the happy memories of Thomas remain in your hearts forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cal Caldarella
August 27, 2017
To the O'Malley family,
We are saddened to learn of your fathers' passing.
Our condolences to you and your family.
Cal and Marianne Caldarella
Old Saybrook Ct.
Mary Jo Cooke Melloni
August 27, 2017
Dear O'Malley Family, I too have many good memories of your family and Mr.O'Malley from my friendship with Donna. I offer my condolences to the O'Malley family and am sorry I cannot join at the celebration of his life. I send my prayers and best wishes to all of you during this difficult time. Sincerely Mary Jo Cooke Melloni
Tony & Caroline Pietraroia
August 27, 2017
Our sincere sympathy
Lynn and Brian Hills
August 27, 2017
Maura
We're so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family With Love
Lynn and Brian Hills
Deborah Bycenski
August 27, 2017
Please accept our sincere condolences for your family. Love, Debbie and Bruce
Monica Messina
August 27, 2017
I recall my memories from childhood of spending time at the O'Malleys. Mr. O'Malley was always an impressive figure to me, and now, reading about his life, I can appreciate even more the breadth of his achievements. My condolences and affection to a gracious family for your loss.
Terry Tudan Koussa
August 27, 2017
Dear family,
Sorry for your loss.
With deepest sympathy. Thinking of you all.
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