Thomas Roberts

I remember Rooney from when the Gonkus Brothers played at the Our Lady of Fatima Carnival in Yalesville for many years. He was a talented musician and great person. I would describe Rooney as "A Country Gentleman"! May his Soul rest in God`s eternal peace! Sincerely, John A. Young Cromwell, Ct

My sincere condolences to all of Rooney´s family and friends. A true larger than life character who will be missed. RIP old friend, Jim Roccapriore

Rooney my friend, for over 50 years you stood by my side, guiding me on what chord to play next. I will never forget you. Hope we can play again some day. Your friend and music partner, Kevin

Rooney will always remain with me. He was a friend with a big heart and a musician with a story to tell. His sad departure came early and I know he had much more to sing about. "The best portion of a good man's life: his little, nameless unremembered acts of kindness and love." William Wordsworth Love you Rooney........ Laura

Rooney and I go way back; we´re first cousins after all. We learned to play guitar together at family picnics. Sundays we went with the families to Misquamicut RI to ride waves, eat ham and pickle sandwiches, and stop at the picnic grounds at Exit 73 off of I-95 for hot dogs, hamburgs and waffle ball. Our musical lives were separate but I saw County Line and the Gonkus Bros whenever there was an opportunity. I recall great times playing in my sister Cindy´s basement with a couple of Guilds...

I enjoyed election time a lot more when I started working with Rooney on the tabulator machines. We swore it was our last year about 10 times!!! Good memories, very sad to see this. Please accept my condolences.

I am so saddened by Tommy's passing. He was a neighbor and friend and even though I only saw him once after high school a few years ago, I will miss him dearly....so many fond memories from kindergarten thru high school.

My condolences to the family. Rooney was a great guy and will be missed. Sincerely, Dave Murdy

My dearest cousin, I love and will carry and remember the loving bond we shared all our lives. Rest in peace and know you are already missed by us left behind. May the road rise up to meet you. I love you always and cherish the memories we shared.