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McVANN, Tom TOM McVANN Tom McVann, of Cumming, died Sunday, November 8th, 2009. He was born March 26th, 1932 in Enniscrone, County Sligo, Ireland. For Tom, Earth's natural workings were a lifelong fascination. An accomplished athlete, Tom competed fiercely and, at the age of 18, became the youngest player in history to receive the All Ireland Football Gold Medal. Building on the training he received from his father, Tom moved to London's golden mile of tailoring, Savile Row, then to New York's Brooks Brothers and later to Saks Fifth Avenue in Atlanta. In addition to being loyally Irish he had also become, in many ways, entirely American, living the dream by opening his own stores. Although a member and officer of the Hibernian Benevolent Society and an Honorary Grand Marshal in the Buckhead Saint Patrick's Day parade he was as proud to be American as he was to be Irish. Tom will be remembered for his unwavering sense of humor and his gentle heart. This Irishman, accomplished athlete, American entrepreneur, generous friend, gentle father and loving husband will be missed. Tom is survived by his wife of 42 years, Imelda; daughters, Maura and Yvonne; their husbands, Kevin and David; grandson, Tristan; sisters, Mary and Nancy; brother, Christy and many cousins, nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 5pm until 8pm on Tuesday, November 10th at the funeral home. Rosary beginning at 7:30pm. Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, November 11th at 2pm at Saint Brigid Catholic Church, 3400 Old Alabama Road. John's Creek, GA. Interment will be Thursday, November 12th at historic Oakland Cemetery. Tom took great pride in the prospect of being buried amongst his countrymen. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Embracing Hospice in Cumming, Georgia. Northside Chapel Funeral Directors and Crematory, Roswell/ Alpharetta, is assisting the McVann family. www.northsidechapel.com 770-645-1414
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Memories and Condolences
for Tom McVann
November 14, 2009
Imelda,
Susan called to let us know of Tom's passing. We are so sorry. It has been many years since our girls were together in school. We have great memories of you and Tom. May his special angel be with you to give you Peace.
Love,
Judy & Lyn Moore
(Parents of Carrie Scott)
Melissa & Ray Dempsey
November 13, 2009
Dear Imelda, Maura, Kevin Tristan, Yvonne and David, our thoughts are with you and your families at this time. Whilst we are unable to be with you at this very difficult time, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss Tom very dearly, and are heartened by fond memories and time we spent together in Atlanta and at home in Ireland Love Melissa and Ray.
Scot Hollonbeck
November 13, 2009
Slán agat Tom. See you on the next one. It has been a pleasure and and honor. Deepest sympathies Imelda, Maura, Yvonne and family.
Scot Hollonbeck
Michelle Langley
November 12, 2009
Dear Aunt Imelda, Maura and Yvonne,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have so many special memories of Uncle Tom and his great sense of humor and I consider it a blessing that I was part of his family. I pray for peace and comfort for you all during this time.
Love,
Michelle
Sr. Rosarii
November 12, 2009
Prayerful sympathy dear Maura, Kevin, Tristan, Imelda, Yvonne David on the going home to Heaven of dear Tom. Am with you in prayer on this sad but joyful journey too.
Auntie Maura
Staff of Northside Chapel Funeral Directors, Inc.
November 11, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Larry Darrow
November 10, 2009
Dear Maura, Kevin & McVann Family,
Sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies. Hope your fond memories of him will carry you through this.
Ellen Anastasio
November 10, 2009
Dear Imelda,
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We will miss Tom's smiling face and he always had a great joke to tell. He will be missed dearly.
Love, Ellen & Bill
Frank Murphy
November 10, 2009
Imelda, Maura and Yvonne,
You have been in my prayers alot lately and I hope you know you will continue to be. It hurts deeply when one so close leaves us but we have to remember it's us that hurts, they are in the best place of all. Imelda I certainly would be there with you but a small medical problem is going to keep me away but I will be with you in spirit. Love to all of you and GOD bless,
Betty & Dan & Family O'Neil
November 10, 2009
Imelda Maura and Yvonnie,
We have been blessed with your family's friendship for many years and we know that Dad/Tom is at peace with Our God. He will be missed greatly but his presence continues with you, Tristan, your husbands and with the many family and friends who enjoyed his humor and humility.
God bless you all!
Betty, Dan & Family
November 10, 2009
Dear Imelda and Family,
Tom was an inspiration to us all with his quiet humor and Irish wit. Thank God he is at peace having fought the good fight. God bless you all.
Bill and Liz 0liver
November 10, 2009
Imelda, Maura and Yvonne;
I am truly sorry about Tom's passing. He was a good man and a great husband and father. We have some wonderfull memories of our days in Long Island , Georgia and California.
Remember we are always there for you.
Don
Brittany S (James 4:8)
November 10, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Karen Coley
November 10, 2009
I always looked forward to the times I got to visit with Tom. He was always, always interesting and funny. What I admired the most about him was his pride and dedication to his family. Another reason I'm grateful that Maura is a member of the Coley family ... I will continue to see Tom through her beautiful eyes.
Laura Hiller
November 10, 2009
Yvonne,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a dear man.
Your childhood friend from Dunwoody Elementary,
Laura (Lehman) Hiller
Joyce & Ken Sykes
November 10, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
mary/brendan hayes
November 10, 2009
To our dearest friend Imelda we offer our sincere sympathy. Tom was a wonderful example of a true Irish/American. A great father,husband and a friend to the many Irish in the Atlanta area. He will be missed by all his friends.
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