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Thomas Wiley Obituary

On February 2, 2020, three days shy of his 84th birthday, Thomas Lee Wiley of Catonsville, formerly of Ellicott City. Born in Baltimore, Tom grew up in Eastport and graduated from Annapolis High School in 1953 before studying art at the University of Maryland. He went on to build a successful career as a brilliant, two-time Emmy award-winning graphic designer. He was an avid reader as well as a history and film buff, but his true passions were his backyard pond, his basement full of reptiles, his collection of antique toys and playing his harmonica.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary Elizabeth (Wrightson), his three sons and three daughters-in-law, Stephen & Nancy, Timothy & Kimberly and Christopher & Kimberly. Tom had seven grandchildren – John, Shannon, Natalie, Craig, Charles, Samuel and Nina – whom he adored. He also leaves behind his two brothers and two sisters-in-law, James Michael & Helen Wiley, and William Emerson Wiley & Barbara Clemens, his sister Lynn Wiley Fleming and her husband Daniel Fleming, many nieces, nephews and cousins, and his best friend, Vince Clews.

Tom was one of a kind. A celebration of his life will take place at a later date. Arrangements by the MacNABB FUNERAL HOME of Catonsville. Online condolences may be made at macnabbfuneral.com.

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Published by Baltimore Sun on Feb. 9, 2020.

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Vince Clews

February 3, 2025

Time is such a funny thing. It seems like just yesterday that Tom and I were laughing at each other's stories and bizarre bits of humor and, yet, it seems like forever since I have had the joy of his company. It was an unique friendship with the most unique person I have ever known.
I miss you, dear friend.

Vince Clews

February 3, 2021

Well, heaven's had a year to adjust to Tom's presence. And, I'm sure they've enjoyed every moment of it. They're watching him create a piece of art, listening to him tell one of his unique stories, singing along to his harmonica playing, helping him create a heavenly garden, or just sharing quietly in the sheer delight of his company. Good for heaven. A loss for us.

February 12, 2020

worked with Tom's Father at AB&T
my thoughts are with the family

February 10, 2020

Very good friend of my late husband, Dave Cantler. They both grew up in Eastport and had been friends since their childhood.

February 10, 2020

May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76

Tom and Vince Clews

February 7, 2020

Tom was everything he was described as being in his obituary.We were friends for fifty-one years, friends from the moment we met. One day we will meet again. The question until then is this: how will heaven deal with Tom and his rakish personality?

February 7, 2020

It was neat growing up with a big brother more than 10 years older then myself. One of my funniest memories - Tom and our 2nd cousin Bob Ogle were watching Bill and I. They had taught us an off color song, and thy departed after Mom got home. Bill and I of course had to sing the song to our Mother, not knowing the true meaning. Needless to say Bill and I ended up in trouble, but not Tom!

Your humor will be missed Hoss, but not forgotten.

Mark Hopkins

February 6, 2020

Billy, Mike and Lynn, I am so sorry for your brother's passing. I don't think I ever was fortunate enough to meet him, but Van Buren Street lore always had him as the most creative kid of the neighborhood. Hugs, Mark Hopkins

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