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Danny Falkenstein
June 11, 2023
Always a big sports fan and a delight to talk to, may you rest in peace Tom, my deepest sympathy to your family. We have all lost a good man.
Danny Falkenstein
dave keough
March 13, 2021
" A great coach and better man ". Dave Keough
Michael LaFrance
October 18, 2020
Offering condolences to you and your family remember the good times. I will cherish the memories we had at Lake Morey. It may have been only four days of golfing but it was something we all looked forward to every year. Especially his taking the ball in the hole and his five foot putter.RIP Tom Howard is waiting for you with a Manhattan in one hand and your metamucil in the other. God bless you
karen keough
October 5, 2020
My deepest sympathy to Judy and family. Tom was such a dear friend and coach to our family. My brothers thought the world of Tom as a kind, humble man and a terrific coach! They don't come much kinder or caring than Tom. He will be greatly missed. Karen Keough and family
Gary Eggleston
September 30, 2020
Blessings to Judy, Susan, Tom. Michelle and the family. I have great memories of the times when Tom and I played hockey together, became referees together, and coached a bit together in the 1962-1967 period. He had a rich and full life, and I know that he made a great impression on students in the classroom and student-athletes on many playing surfaces. I can picture him rolling around on a couple of those surfaces,too...... a great competitor, and a good friend. He made the world a better place.
Scott Spencer
September 29, 2020
Melrose High School and the city of Wakefield have just lost a true legend that made everyone smile like he did so often. I will remember his dry humor and sharp wit and his knack for being someone that set such a great example of w life well lived! He truly cared about his students well being and I even had the privilege of playing a round of golf with him my sr year when I was on the Melrose High golf team . When we met at the first tee, he told the foursome we played with that if anybody discussed anything about school, homework or tests that day, it would be a violation and they would need to pay a nickel fine for any such infraction. He was a class act all the way and will be sorely missed and I am better for having know him as a great man and rock solid role model. Prayers and my condolences to the entire family Scott Spencer (MHS class 1979)
Margie Doto
September 29, 2020
So very sorry to Judy, Susan. Tom and Michelle their spouses and family. Tom was an amazing man. His smile could light up a room. He loved all the "kids" regardless of their age. He was an awesome coach and father. He will be greatly missed by so many. I missed seeing him and Judy in Church each week.
Amy Fowler
September 29, 2020
What an incredible life - devoted father and grandfather, teacher and coach. Our hearts are heavy for your loss.
John Parisi
September 29, 2020
I'll miss you coach!!
Gene Hayes
September 29, 2020
Such a fitting obituary. Coach was one on those people who forever have an impact on your life and the way you should strive to live it. Having played hockey and football with Tom as my coach was a privilege that I will always remember, as well as coaching youth hockey with him. He always strived to make you the best player and person that you could be and never allowed you to take a day off. Deepest sympathy to the family and RIP coach.
Kevin Boyle
September 28, 2020
Judy and Family,
So very sorry for your loss .
CLIFFORD BECKFORD
September 28, 2020
This note is for all Tommy's family and friends. I was one the the fortunate people who knew Tommy at Melrose Schools and Lake Morey Annual Open for many years of friendship and his golf shenanigans. He always was trying to get the edge. My sincere condolences to everyone. I will miss that little guy.
Art Dyer
September 28, 2020
My wife's Uncle Arthur, when referring to the very best of something, would call it 'Top Shelf'. That's Tommy....all the way....'Top Shelf'. It was a pleasure to do anything with him because he was always so warm and welcoming. Definitely on my list of Favorite Men. I/we will miss you immensely, Tommy. As you always used to say 'God Bless'.
Rich,Kate Stevens, and the kids
September 28, 2020
Sending our thoughts and prayers to the Humphrey and Langlois families. Mr Humphreys will be missed by many. He always had a smile, and always asked about how WE were doing, so interested in our lives and our children. I will miss seeing Mr and Mrs Humphreys at the sidelines of sporting events, and seeing them out on walks. He was a wonderful man and role model.
James Macdonald
September 28, 2020
Sue I will always enjoy the time spent with both your parents during Wakefield Hockey games. They were both so special and kind and great role models for what makes a happy marriage!
Donna Donato
September 28, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss Sue.
Steve Banks
September 27, 2020
God Bless Coach it was always way more than hockey. Blessed to have you as part of my life
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Tosi pearson
September 27, 2020
Terry
Virginia Dunton
September 27, 2020
We are so sorry to hear about Tom. He was a wonderful person and neighbor. We will miss him. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim, Ginny, Jay and Jenna Dunton
Kathy Dyer
September 27, 2020
Tom & Judy (can not mention one without the other, like 2 peas in a pod) are 2 of my favorite people. They have always been so thoughtful & welcoming. They opened their home to both their extended families & friends each 4th of July to allow us to celebrate a joyous occasion with those we may not see together otherwise...aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, even my in-laws up from Fla. one year. We have a lot of fun memories of trips to the parade and will forever miss that twinkle in Tom's eye.
Tim Burke
September 27, 2020
RIP coach. Always a true competitor and great man.
Brian Shaughnessy
September 27, 2020
Tom had a knack for bringing out the best in a person. He possessed a natural happiness that always made you feel good in his presence. Playing golf together in recent years and sharing breakfasts with retired Melrose teachers are occasions that I will always remember. My condolences to the entire Humphreys family.
Patrick O'Leary
September 27, 2020
I met Tom through our senior hackers golf group where he served as our fun loving Commissioner. We played a lot of golf together also with another group and Tom was fun to be with and we all had great times together with him. Tom was truly one of the nicest guys I ever met. He would always be calling his wife to make sure she was ok. Tom would hold court and bellow EVERYTHING IN THE HOLE!!!! before the start of every golf match to the group.....there were no gimmes in Tom's golf league!!! Whenever I think of Tom, there will always be a smile on my face. Tom was the best!!!
Matt Dyer
September 27, 2020
Judy, Michelle, Susan, & Tom Jr., Tom was always so kind to me as a kid and young man at your 4th of July gatherings and in any interactions. He was a great role model for me, constantly displaying how to care for others and exude and share his abundant positive energy with all that he came in contact with. Thinking of all of you during this time.
Anthony DiNardo
September 27, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers to the Humpreys family. To Sue and my beautiful niece Raina and my handsome nephews Braeden and Derryn we are so very sorry for your loss. Know that PaPa will always be watching over you and will stay safe within your hearts, Love you guys AG and Uncle Tony
James Sellers
September 27, 2020
Condolences to Tom's family, especially his wife ,Judy. I write as a member of Tom's class at Merrimack College. James Sellers, Class of 62
Lenny Dolan
September 26, 2020
Mr. Humphreys was not only a great teacher but one of the best human beings at Melrose High School. I remember 10 of us seeking him out after the 1984 Thanksgiving Day Game. You didn't want to lose to Wakefield or else you'd hear about it for Weeks! Condolences to his family! He was such a wonderful person.
Anne Bean
September 26, 2020
As a colleague of my late husband's at MHS, a good friend and fellow golf aficionado, Tommy simply excelled. His enthusiasm for life was outstanding. My sincerest sympathy to you all. May his memory guide you in the days ahead.
gerald winters
September 26, 2020
Tom was my coach, most of all my friend, my golfing buddie, my first son's God father [who thanked me today for bringing him into his life]. He was as though as they come yet a kind devoted family man who would do anything for you. His family was his life and the Winters family will never forget him. God bless uncle coach and thank you for your friendship.
Bill McNeill
September 26, 2020
Tommy was a great guy and I loved getting to know him through our Cape Cod Golf Tournaments over the years. A lot of laughs!
Bill and Candy McNeill
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