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John McGreevy
September 9, 2024
Another year has passed, but not the memory. Never forgotten my friend. Keep a watch over us. You are greatly missed.
Warren Woodcock
September 12, 2023
I was talking to Tom on 9/11 we where discussing going to Green Bay. To see the Packers vs Miami. Tim was one of the.nicest people every. He is missed everyday
John McGreevy
September 11, 2023
You are remembered this day, Tom. Missed as always. Prayers for your family, keep an eye on us, RIP my friend
Aaron Smith
September 11, 2023
In high school I received a scholarship in memory of Tom Dennis (Thomas F. Dennis), who died at the Twin Towers on 9/11. He deserves to be remembered. I hope my life can be a stand in for what his would have been. RIP Tom.
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Adie Devantier
September 11, 2023
Thinking of you!
Peter McGreevy
September 11, 2021
One score and zero days ago, the world was changed forever. We were robbed of so many incredible people, like you. Tom, you profoundly touched so many lives, in your 43 years. Your strength , intelligence, superlative wit, and unflappable confidence will always live on, in the memories of all you have touched. Twenty years doesn't abate the anguish of losing you, so needlessly. Still missing you, as much, 20 years later, Holmes. Always in my thoughts,
Watson
Lisa C
September 11, 2021
20 years a great man was taken from us. He was an awesome guy. Always making people laugh and loved his family. Even though we weren’t biologically family he was my cousins uncle but we always spent time together as family. Celebrated birthdays, holidays or just going to your house for a barbecue. Fellow cheese head like my mother. My father said he would see you some mornings running to catch the train. You were a big man with knee issue but you would run climb over things to make that train. You left behind a beautiful wife and 2 very very young kids. They’ve grown up and became awesome adults. Always missed always thought of. Lisa C
Adie Devantier
September 9, 2021
20 years. Damn! Still thinking of you and your family. Thoughts and prayers to everyone who knew you.
Warren Woodcock
September 8, 2021
Tom Dennis was maybe the nicest person I ever met. We sat together and he made everyday day better just by being there. On September 11th I had left Cantor Fitzgerald but Tom and I where talking on the phone when the first plane hit. We where talking about his 2nd favorite thing the Green Bay Packers. His wonderful wife and family where always 1st. We where talking about the fact my new neighbor in Florida Robert Ford a coach with the Miami Dolphins had arranged for us to go to See the Green Bay Packers. He was happy and excited. To told some jokes he could have been a stand up comedian. Then disaster happened. Tom said he would walk down and call me when he got to the bottom. I never heard from him again. I have missed him so many times since then. He was a gentleman a funny man and a loyal friend. I can say I Loved my friend. But every time I feel sorry for losing a dear friend. I remember how lucky I was to enjoy his friendship. God Bless You
Warren Woodcok
John McGreevy
September 8, 2021
Trying to grasp it has been 20 years since that fateful day. Still clear as a bell in my mind. You are again remembered and missed my friend.
Cindy Roe
September 7, 2021
Remembering Thomas on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Adie Devantier
September 11, 2020
Miss you!
kathy coley
September 10, 2020
not forgotten.
John McGreevy
September 9, 2020
Well Tom, as always, you are remembered, not forgotten, even in these crazy times right now. Great memories are more important than ever and they always include the ones you were part of. Prayers to you and yours and God bless.
john mcgreevy
September 11, 2019
Can't believe how time goes by. As always, thoughts and prayers for you and yours, and never to be forgotten.
Adie Devantier
September 12, 2018
Always in the Donnellan girls hearts.
Kathy coley
September 12, 2018
Hard to imagine it's been 17 years. Your Farmingdale State College friends remember you.
John McGreevy
September 11, 2018
Hard to imagine it has been 17 years. You're not forgotten and fondly remembered!
kathy Coley
September 12, 2017
RIP Tom. Your smile lives on.
Kathy
September 11, 2017
Always will be missed.
Adie Devantier
John McGreevy
September 9, 2017
Always remembered not just today, but every day. Time moves on, but memories remain the same. Never to forget nor be forgotten.
kathy coley
September 12, 2016
Tom lives on in our memories. He's still part of the Farmingdale State College family.
September 11, 2016
Still in our hearts and our minds. Love and prayers to you and your family.
Adie Devantier
SUSAN Walters
September 11, 2016
Thinking of you and still missing you. 15 years doesn't make it easier.
September 10, 2016
I had the pleasure of working with Thomas for a few summers! What a great guy with a wonderful sense of humor along with being highly ethical!
Larry Lubin
John McGreevy
September 10, 2016
Fifteen years, hard to believe it has been that amount of time. Remembering you and that day with the same vision.... never forget. God bless.
September 10, 2015
My best to Tom's family and friends. Farmingdale State College remembers Tom.
John McGreevy
September 10, 2015
Remembering you this day, never to be forgotten. Time passes, but memories always linger, never to fade. God bless
Brenda Grabow
September 9, 2015
Hey "Mr. D." Was just thinking about our days at Lincoln Savings Bank and the times after Lincoln was sold how I would see you once and a while when we were both commuting into the city. You were always making everyone laugh. You were a good man who adored his family. Scrolling through these posts, I remembered when I gave you my dad's pre-season tickets to the Packers/Giants game. My son is a Packer's fan too. Rest in peace my old friend.
September 11, 2014
Lots of thoughts of you today and lately.
Your were such a great friend to our family.
Love and prayers to your family.
Adie Devantier
September 11, 2014
Never forget !!
John McGreevy
September 10, 2014
Yet another year has passed, but the memories are still fresh. Your family has done wonderfully and you would be proud. You can rest as ease my friend.
September 10, 2013
The time he was with us, we were all blessed. Very special to each one of us. He was such fun. The Donnellan Girls have and always will love you.
John McGreevy
September 10, 2013
I don't think I can say anything more that hasn't been said already Tom. However, you are remembered ,missed , and most importantly, not forgotten, not only this day, but every day. Your name and family come up in conversation at every gathering or event. That alone is the ultimate tribute. May God continue to watch over your family, and bless them every day.
Kathy Coley
September 9, 2013
Thinking of you again this year. My best to your family
Susan Walters
September 8, 2013
thinking of you and missing you. xxoo
Adie Devantier
June 15, 2013
Thinking about you today.
Steve Newman
September 11, 2012
Big guy, bigger heart. Huge Packers fan. Super nice guy. Your daughter and niece were on my Alex's soccer team. Never forget you, friend.
Adie Devantier
September 11, 2012
You and your family always in our thoughts and prayers. When I think of you Tom I love to think about all the crazy things we did to you and your friends. Lots of laughs.Love Adie
kathy coley
September 11, 2012
Tom will be remembered again today at Farmingdale State College, his alma mater.
Mike Routi
September 11, 2012
We had a great gathering in your honor this past August. Your still touching lives in a positive way !! Miss you though !!
Laura Dennis
September 11, 2012
Remembering 9/11 - please stop by www.laura-dennis.com and tell a favorite story about my uncle Tom.
Tom, we miss you and love you.
High School Yearbook
Laura Dennis
September 11, 2012
9/11 Memorial
Laura Dennis
September 11, 2012
John McGreevy
September 10, 2012
Thinking of you this day,as the years will not diminish all the memories of them. Each year brings everyone closer to that special meeting with all our loved ones, and I look forward to it. God bless your family and as always "never forget".
Peter Briggs
September 11, 2011
Tom will always be in our thoughts. Man we laughed. God bless you and your family
Patty Schulte
September 11, 2011
God bless you and your family. Our prayers are with you.
September 11, 2011
Tom Dennis, Farmingdale State College Class of 1982, was remembered on 9/9/11 at the college's observance of the tenth anniversary of 9/11. Tom's generosity, his warmth and his laugh are precious memories.
- Kathy Coley, Port Washington, NY
Adie Devantier
September 11, 2011
Thinking of you.
Tom Moldovan
September 9, 2011
Tom, we think about you often and miss you even more. Marilyn and I will be married 28 years this year and she is still wearing the engagement ring you helped me pick out. Thanks buddy.
Memories of you always bring a smile - and I tell the story all the time about the 3 of us after a long night at the Ground Round after school at SUNY Farmingdale one very snowy winter night, when we made you stay overnight at our apartment and Marilyn fell out of the car door into the snow bank when we opened her door. The 2 of us were laughing and crying so hard we could barely help her up. lol Thank you for all the smiles your friendship brought us and still brings us. Much, much love my friend. You were and still are a truly amazing guy. Our thoughts are with you, Kathy and the kids on this anniversary.
John McGreevy
September 7, 2011
Ten years have gone by but it still seems like yesterday. Alot of attention around for the anniversary. I haven't forgotten nor will I ever need media attention to remind me of what happened and was lost that day. You'll always be in my heart and remembered daily. You are truly missed by all and always will be.
Liz Duggan
July 11, 2011
To my dear cousin, you were such a good person. My love to your family. I know you are with Aunt Margaret who I miss dearly..
Mike Routi
May 17, 2011
Well the golf tourney in your honor will be 10 years this August 2011. We have given out over 80k in Scholarship money and still have some in the bank. Very simple event that brings us all together for a worthy cause since the folks we choose really have no other means for cash. The fact that they got Bin Laden does not leasson the blow of losing you!! Miss you !!
May 2, 2011
Thinking of you today. Bin Laden is dead. It still does not bring you and everybody else back. I miss you. Love and prayers to your family and all other families that lost somebody that horrible day. Always in our hearts. Ade Devantier Corona, California
kevin o'shea
September 11, 2010
Desperado:
We still remember, and we still miss and love, you. I doubt I'll ever meet anyone like you again. Rest in peace my friend.
OSH
John McGreevy
September 3, 2010
Thoughts and prayers are again for you and the family. Time does not deminish the memories. You are remembered my friend
Tom Cunniff
September 11, 2009
I will always miss you big man! My golf game is still terrible, but it would be great if you were here to tease me about it... I will always remember and I will always speak fondly of you Tom. I hope you're in a better place. God Bless.
Deby Lindsay (Goggin)
September 11, 2009
Still always on my mind. Always remembering you brings a tear to my eyes and a smile to my face.
John McGreevy
August 31, 2009
Remembering you on this day Tom. Never to forget. I still have no words every time I pass the site. Another great golf outing this year, your friends are many. As always in my thoughts and prayers for you and the family.
Doug Abraham
January 28, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
Tom Cunniff
September 11, 2008
Miss you Tom... always.
PETER MCGREEVY
September 11, 2008
HEY BIG MAN. ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS AND MINDS. THANK YOU FOR SOME OF MY GREATEST LIFETIME MEMORIES WHICH STILL BRING SMILES AND LAUGHTER. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY. WE ALL LOVE YOU.
Vinny Darragh
September 11, 2008
Miss you bud. God bless your beautiful family.
John McGreevy
September 10, 2008
I remember. Thinking of you as always, seven years seems like yesterday. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Kathy Coley
July 1, 2008
I remember Tom with great affection from the days when he was a student at Farmingdale State College. I think of him often and send heartfelt condolences to his family. One of our star students, he had an impish quality that still brings a smile to my face. What a loss.
Kris Donnellan
March 7, 2008
Hey Tom it's me Kris from Stony Brook. It's my birthday. My mom passed away. We were always fans of yours. You're in our hearts and we'll never forget you. Before i forget, Happy St. Patrick's Day. Irish Rule.
Doug Abraham
January 28, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
Kris Donnellan
September 11, 2007
We remember you. God bless your family.
Kris, Adie, Patty, & James Donnellan.
Stony Brook NY
vincent Darragh
September 11, 2007
Menace Heard from Frank your family is going to see your beloved Packers sunday. Since they are playing the Giants I hope you lose. Miss you bud. Vinny
Tom Cunniff
September 11, 2007
Hey big man... another year has come and gone and you are still remembered and dearly missed. It never gets easier as you were that person who made everyone around you feel better and happier to have known you. I'll be having a Guiness tonight in your honor. God bless my friend.
John McGreevy
September 10, 2007
Thinking of you this day Tom, The "crew" was together last weekend, and we had more than one in your honor. Doesn't get easier, but the fight goes on, and you are not forgotten. May God bless your family.
Marie Donnellan, age 69
March 16, 2007
Tom Happy St. Patrick's Day.
How's the pub in the sky?
Kris Donnellan
March 13, 2007
Tom 2007.
I just found out when my sister Patty Donnellan just called.
We thought of you Tom over the years. Tom was the one
who always came to our rescue and stuck up for us kids.
When I was 11 or 12 years old Tom was my hero.
Thank you Tom for watching out for my family.
P.S. Tom I hope you got another dog and named it Max or Maxine.
And I hope your Mom forgave you for running through her home
with the garden hose and getting your buddies soaked =)
Adie Donnellan
March 11, 2007
Just found out from my older sister
about Tom. I am truly sorry and my
heart goes out to Tom's family.
When my sisters and I were growing up in Stony Brook, N.Y. Tom lived in a house one up from us with his Mom and his dog Max. Tom would always let my younger sister Krisy and I visit and play with Max. Tom was in high school at the time and in the afternoon he would be home usually throwing the football in the street with his high school buddies. Krisy and I used to always steal the football from the boys and they would run after us until they got the football back.
There was even a time Krisy and I tied a garden hose with a big bow on top around one of Tom's friends cars and let them come out of the house to find it that way.
Over time Tom became a very good family friend. At one point he was in a very serious car accident and
we would visit with him in the hospital often while he recovered.
I think back now and we probaly drove him crazy, me and my two sisters. He just always acted happy to see us. There was a time when my family, living in a single parent household, was being harrassed by some people who weren't very nice. Tom got his buddies together and located the people that were bothering us. Until this day I don't know what was said, but it worked and they never bothered our family again. My mom was most grateful. I am truly sad. We lost a wonderful friend. Love and prayers to Tom's family and friends.
Patty Schulte
March 11, 2007
Dear Tom, As you know, I moved away from Stony Brook in 1980, and moved to the Midwest. You used to kid me, not to marry a hillbilly. Well i did just that. I have been out of New York State for over twenty five years. When the towers were hit. I always feared that someone, I went to school with could have been in the towers, but always prayed that hopefully not. I was poking around the internet and found you here. I am so sad, for you and your family. I will pray for you and your wife and kids. I am so so sorry. I am hearing of your death right now, for the first time. I can't belive it Tom. I was'nt supposed to find you hear. Not here. Patty Donnellan
Doug Abraham
January 28, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
Anne
December 7, 2006
Hello boyo. I miss you still and always.
Kristine
October 31, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
P Tabbernor
September 22, 2006
In memory....
Tom Cunniff
September 11, 2006
This day never gets any easier each year. I can't believe it's 5 years already. Tom, you are truly missed. You remain part of some of the funniest stories I tell friends and family. I'll see you on the other side someday my friend. I'll have my golf clubs ready and a pint of guinness for you!
Mark Zanetto
September 11, 2006
I just visited your godsons Pat and Ryan this past weekend and they are doing great and I know you'd be very proud of them. Just wanted to leave a thought and let u know you continue to be in my prayers.
Z
John McGreevy
September 11, 2006
Can't believe it's been five years my friend. Paid a visit to the site thursday to say hello. Keep your sights on us , especially your family. Our Packers are terrible, can you help them alittle too? We all miss you much, and always will be in our hearts.
Jason Lillies
November 1, 2005
Don't know why on nov/1/2005 im thinking of the world trade center attacks but i was and came upon this site,,,very nice.. peace to all the families of victims...i will never forget.. love to all
Tom Cunniff
September 10, 2005
Another year has passed Tom and you're missed even more. I think of you often and still tell funny stories of the times you and I had together (the 'synchronized driving' on the 18th hole at Cherrywood is a classic...) I miss you big man, and I will never forget.
John McGreevy
September 9, 2005
Tom, thinking of you, missing you once again, but as always looking forward to seeing you again, and I will. Feelings haven't changed, and you are remembered... always
vinny darragh
January 28, 2005
Tom Thinking of you on your birthday. Peace Vinny
Tom Cunniff
September 12, 2004
Hey Tom,
It's been three years now, and it still seems like yesterday. I think of you often, especially when people call me 'TommyBoy'. I hope the golfing and the Guinness are better up there, as I know we will meet up someday and play again. I will always remember you my friend.
God bless.
John McGreevy
September 5, 2004
My thoughts are of you this day Tom, and they have not deminished. I will never forget, nor will I let anyone else I meet along this road of life forget. Looking forward to meeting up again, John
January 28, 2004
missing you today and everyday.k
vinny darragh
November 6, 2003
Tom Erin looked so heavenly on her wedding day I couldnt stop thinking of you. So did Kathy. I miss you big man and thank you for looking over us all. Luv Ya Vinny
vinny darragh
September 11, 2003
Tom We miss you so much. Your goddaughter Erin will be married on 10/18 how time goes bye. I remember you staying with me all night until she was born. Luv ya and miss you. Vinny Darragh
Anne Dennis
September 11, 2003
Tommy Boy - I miss you so. Your love was absolute and unconditional and my world is so much colder now. Until we meet again. anne
Peter McGreevy
September 11, 2003
Holmes,
I will always remember that first day of my 9th grade year when I sat next to the new kid in first period English Class. We became true friends instantly and I will be forever grateful for that. The many years that followed were filled with incredible experiences. You were always part of the "Great Times" ... Always there to laugh with, always there to lean on. Your quick wit and robust smile were only out measured by the greatness of your heart and soul. Even after our terrible car accident in Feb. '79, your spirit never faltered. I was so lucky to have escaped with only minor injuries as you, my friend, bore the brunt of the collision. Yet, as I visited you most every day in the hospital for months, it was you who carried on with your trade mark banter and repartee. You kept both of our spirits high. I remember how I would order my meals from your horrible menu and sneak in the good stuff for you to eat. Thank you Tom, for showing me and everyone who had the privilage of knowing you how truly amazing the human spirit can be.
Words cannot express the loss I felt when my mother told me that you were in the WTC on that dreadful day. I cried as I spoke to you... I thanked you, I apologized for not staying more in touch with you and I told you how very much I appreciated your dear friendship. As I watched, in horror, the heroic efforts of all who began to sift through Ground Zero, a part of me expected to see you emerge from the rubble, dust off your jacket, straighten your tie, grin from ear to ear and request a "cold one". You were always so damned indestructible. As Neil said, "forever a legend to us all."
My heart and prayers go out to your family, Kathy and your children. I hope they understand what a truly wonderful man their father was.
You dubbed us "Holmes and Watson" that 9th grade year. Whenever we met, whenever we departed, whenever we raised a glass to each other, it was always "Holmes and Watson, Watson and Holmes"... "Until the bitter end"
I love you man
I miss you
...Watson
Debbie Pennino-Riccinto
September 11, 2003
Tom,
I remember our days at Lincoln. They were great days. You got the position at Cantor Fitzgerald and were so happy and I was so happy for you. We lost touch and I'm sorry for that. I especially remember football seasons and our rivalry with you being a packers fan and Jim being a bears fan.There are so many things I can say. You were the best. You always made the day fun. I think about you and your family all the time. I'm so sorry this has happened. Football season is here once again and I actually root for the packers. You are missed. GO PACKERS!!!! Kathy, my thoughts are with you and the kids everyday.
Tom Cunniff
September 11, 2003
Hey Big Man...
Thinking of you often, especially today. I really miss your friendship and your humor. I'm sure you are in a better place Tom. I'm sure you are keeping all of those other souls up there smiling just as you did down here on earth.
I really miss you my friend...always.
John McGreevy
August 5, 2003
missing you my friend, felt you today as I passed the site, will meet up with you again some day, rest in peace.
J. McGreevy
May 21, 2003
how can it be that you are not here with us. i miss you everyday. you will always take up the biggest part of my heart. k
Neil Darragh
September 16, 2002
Tom,
Frank Brown and I know you are riding in the celestial limo with the man himself at the wheel. You are still a legend to us all, and always will be. We miss you every day. Save an RC Cola and a Moonpie for me.
Love...Neil
Mark Zanetto
September 13, 2002
although I never met u, I've prayed for you many times, and know how great of a man you where through the stories that your Godson's, pat and ryan, so gloriously talk about. Always in my thoughts and prayers.
Z
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