Los Angeles, California
Oliver,Thomas He has passed on to be with the Lord and His angels on May 2,2006. Tommy was born on September 19, 1932; raised in upstate New York. After coming to Hollywood, he rose to prominence in the music business as a composer, arranger and conductor. His long list of achievements...
Read MoreSuch great memories working with Tommy in the studio when we were with Liberty UA. He was a cheerleader for my music and helped me build my self confidence as a young musician and recording artist. So grateful for his guidance and support.
Dr. Nick D'Amico
June 28, 2022 | Work
I,ve Been A Big Fan Of Tommy For Years. I Liked Him On Face The Music-Name That Tune. My Prayers Goes To His Family. God Bless You
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Robert Ash
May 26, 2006 | Alexandria, VA
"T",
You were a dear friend. You, John and and I had such fun together over the years at Canada Lake, NY and CA. I will be in California next week and was going to visit you. Now I shall have only memories; but they are great ones. Love you. Jan
Jan MacDougal
May 14, 2006 | One New Town Lane, Charleston, Zip 29407, SC
God's heavenly orchestra gained another conductor on May 2, when we lost this amazing gentleman.
I never met Tommy, but from watching him on shows like "Name That Tune" and hearing his wonderful arrangements for vocalists and TV, that he was truly one amazing man. It is very difficult to imagine a Hollywood soundstage or recording studio without him.
Rest in peace with the angels, dear Tommy.
Brenda Lane
May 05, 2006 | Levittown, PA
My biggest memory of Tommy happened on one episode of 'Face The Music'.
When host Ron Ely berated Tommy's orchestra for not playing in tune, he refused to play the next musical clue to a round two puzzle. When Lisa Donovan was on camera to sing the next clue, Tommy's band members picked up and read the LA Times.
Ron was wondering why the next song wasn't playing, until he saw Tommy's picket sign, which read: 'ON STRIKE FOR COMPLIMENTS!'
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Woodie Belk
May 04, 2006 | Greensboro, NC
