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Thomas Manogue Obituary
Perkasie, PA
Thomas Tommy or Rex Manogue, of Perkasie, PA, formerly of New Hartford, NY, passed away last week. Tommy was also lovingly known as Corn Dog in Oneonta, Uncle Tommy to some, The Doctor to others, Heir Doctor in Germany and some parts of Belgium, and Tomi in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. He was the devoted son of Robert and Madeline Manogue; loving brother of Maureen Lee, Amanda Burch, Robert Manogue, Meg Thilmany and Christopher Manogue; devoted brother and friend of Chip Burch; and fun and wonderful uncle to his nieces and nephews, Catie, Hal, Louisa, Libby, Hannah, Carter, Lili, Sasha, Isabella, Teddy, William, Samantha and Finn. He was a 1978 graduate of New Hartford High School and graduated from Oswego State University in 1982. Tommy loved his family most, followed closely by his love of motorcycles. He adored his Main Line nieces and nephews and took great care to bring them his clever perspective and unique spin on life. As a youth, Tommy was a natural athlete. He excelled in every sport he tried. He especially loved skiing, windsurfing and skating. As a young man, Tommy combined his natural athleticism and his thrill seeking nature with his life-long love of motorcycles. Over the years, he became a much-loved fixture on the Motor Cycle "Trials" circuit, a sport of balance, control and endurance. It was his wish that his ashes be left in Oneonta, NY, where he spent many happy summers within his Motorcycle community. He was a loving and compassionate friend whose humor and unique style will provide fodder for stories, laughter and love for a life time. Relatives and friends are invited to Tommy's Memorial Mass at 1 PM, Friday, February 11, 2011, at Our Lady of Good Counsel at 31 Pennwood Road in Bryn Mawr and later to share in a celebration of Tommy's life. Memorial services will also be held in Utica, Oneonta and Perkasie at a later date.
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Jojo DiBrango
July 26, 2022
I am heartbroken to be just learning of this.
Tommy and I had an instant connection back in our airline days, we were inseparable.
My heart goes out to the entire family. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Stuart Baird
February 3, 2022
In todays fast paced world of 2022 we would be calling Tom an "Influencer". I´m not a social media guy but I would definitely follow him, that would be amusing. Wherever you are my friend I am thinking of you and miss you.
Michelle Goodman
February 28, 2011
I was shocked and saddened to hear about Tommy. I didn't know him for very long or that well, but I felt immediately that he was a warm, genuine, caring and funny individual.
I am truly sorry to hear about his passing.
Lauren Darman
February 14, 2011
To the Manogue Family, My heart goes out to your family as you suffer this loss. I too remember so many good times horsing around with the boys in the pool. Thinking of all of you,
Rich Rayhill
February 14, 2011
That was a perfect obituary. Tommy was one of a kind. My condolences on your (our) loss.
John Del Buono
February 13, 2011
The first friend I made when my family moved to New Hartford was Tommy Manogue. How lucky and blessed was I to have Tommy be my first and best friend. I have so many great memories of my friend. My entire family loved Tommy and were devastated at the news. We are all so sorry for the loss.
Stuart Baird
February 12, 2011
Tom has been a bright spot in my life, going back as far as I can remember into the Oxford Road School days. He brought so much joy to so many. I can not think of him without smiling or snickering. His laugh, unique language and expression,and mannerisms were precious and contagious. Tahe was a colorful character that we all loved because of his great zest and perspective on everything. Gone but not forgotten, I am sure he is somewhere seeking out the ultimate "hair trail" to ski or ride upon. My deepest heart felt sympathies to the entire Manogue family.
Tom Cookson
February 11, 2011
Dear Manogue Family,
Whenever I hear a dirt bike riding through the woods near my home or any where I haved lived since I met Tom in New Hartford, it always reminds me of him. Tom taught me how to ride when we were kids. His athleticism also shone brightly on the soccer field and ski trails as well. We had a great time. I am so sorry about the loss of your beloved, son, brother, uncle...
Tom Cookson
Cody Bradon
February 11, 2011
To everyone that ever knew of this amazing man, I can only think of great times whenever he was around. I knew him from when I was about 8 till the 25 year old man I am today, and still ride motorcycles because of the great times I had with him. His humor and perspective were 1 in a million. I will dedicate my upcomming National Trials season to him, and the wounderful family that he had behind him. I would like to say thank you to him insted of goodbye, I send my thoughts to his family
Gretchen and Justin Burke
February 11, 2011
To the Manogue Family,
We are saddened to hear about the passing of your beloved son, brother and uncle Tommy. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Barb Galvin
February 10, 2011
Dear Dr. & Madeline,
It has been many years since I have seen you but I remember your children when you lived on Genessee street.Tommy & Bobby used to throw things in the library windows to scare the nursing students who were "Studying"
You and your entire family are in my prayers. He will be missed.
Barb Galvin
Paul Tibbitts
February 10, 2011
To the entire family we send our prayers for comfort and peace. Tom and I were good friends. We spent one whole summer dirt biking, we had such a great time,( the stories )I still cherish those times and will forever. I haven't seen Tom in about 20 years, but whenever I did he was always smiling and cheerful, I will always remember him. Paul and Sue Tibbitts
Mary Collis
February 10, 2011
To the Manogue family-
Though it's been so many years since we swam in your pool, ate lunches around that big kitchen table, and raced around your yard with Meg, Mandy, and the boys, the memories are crystal clear. Those were great summer days and how we wish they could have gone on forever. So sorry to hear of Tom's passing, but from what I'm reading here, it's clear his light still shines. Peace to you all.
-Mary Shumway Collis
February 10, 2011
"Dear Madeline and Dr. Bob, we were so very sorry to hear about your son, Tom's passing. Both you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers." Bob and Jeri Roth
February 10, 2011
"Dear Madeline and Dr. Bob, we were so very sorry to hear about your son, Tom's passing. Both you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers." Bob and Jeri Roth
Lisa Mattison Bates
February 10, 2011
Dear Tommy's family-
My school days introduced me to Tommy as he & Bobby sat beside me in homeroom as long as I can remember. Each year, I would walk in our new homeroom and look around hoping I got a good group of kids in the class and never failed...I knew it was going to be a great year when Tommmy & Bobby were in our class. Tommy made us laugh. What good memories he left us with-Gone too soon but never forgotten. I'm deeply sorry for your loss and although I live out of town and won't be able to make the services, I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
It is so difficult to make sense of life sometimes. I find it ironic that Dan Hubbell, our class president and friend of Tommy's passed away the same weekend. If there are motorcycles and snowmobiles in heaven, we know they will be riding around sprinkling magical pixie dust on those of us they left behind. God Bless
Deborah Sikora
February 10, 2011
Dear Bob and Madeline, Maureen, Amanda, Bobby, Meg and Chris,
We are so deeply sorry to hear of the loss of Tom. Our hearts are breaking for you all. Tommy was the most spirited, funny, compassionate, loving, handsome, caring brother and son in the world. All of us Horans have cherished memories of spending Thanksgiving with Tommy in Utica and summers on Paris Road. Please know that we share your pain. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this difficult time. We send our love.
Debbie Sikora and all of the Horans
Nancy Thompson
February 10, 2011
Dear Dr. & Mrs.Manogue
words can't begain to express what a wonderful light Tom(Corny) brought to me. He was not my brother by blood, but he was in spirit. We could talk about anything and everything. The stories he brought to us should have been put into a book. I so loved hearing of his adventures all over the world.
His kindness to his fellow man and all creatures is something we could use more of.
His Light will burn bright forever in my heart and I shall smile everytime I think of him.
In deepest Sympathy to you and all extended family members
Cliff Fletcher
February 9, 2011
To Dr. & Mrs., Maureen, Mandy, Meg, Bob, Chris and all extended family,
As you know, I had the honor and pleasure of spending a great deal of my childhood and teenage years in a close friendship with Tom. I will always cherish the bond we had as friends. His sense of humor and adventure inspired me, and his kindness was unsurpassed. A part of him will always be with me. May your healing be filled with happy memories of his unique sense of humor,contagious smile and unadulterated love he brought to all of us. He will not be forgotten.
February 9, 2011
Dr and Mrs Manogue,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this difficult time. Tommy's spirit and zest for life certainly were unparalleled and will truly linger in the many memories both you and his sibling's families will cherish.
in Sympathy--
Patricia Dunn Powers and Bridget Powers Johnson, Utica, NY
February 9, 2011
Dear Madeline and Bob,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Tom. We want you to know that you all are in out thoughts and prayers.
David and Elaine Pearce
stacy clark
February 9, 2011
I only met Tommy briefly but adored being in his company. In that brief time, he was so happy, so friendly and genuinely a great guy to be around. While I met him on just one day five years ago, I remember his great spirit very vividly--as if I had known him for years. I will never forget Tommy and am so greatful to be a part of his sister's life.
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