Rev. Msgr. Thomas J. Daly

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DALY, Rev. Msgr. Thomas J. Formerly of Dorchester, of Boston, April 4. Beloved son of the late Thomas & Agnes (Cusack) Daly. Devoted brother of Robert F. Daly & his wife, Mary of Milton. Uncle of Thomas P. Daly of SC and Stephen M. Daly & his wife Melissa of FL. Granduncle of Thomas F. Daly. Visiting hours at Regina Cleri Residence, 60 Cardinal O'Connell Way, Boston, Wed. 2 to 4 PM. Vigil Service at 3:45 PM. A Rite of Reception will be held at St. Agatha Church, 432 Adams St., Milton, Thurs. at 3 PM. Msgr. Daly will lie in state there until 7 PM. Concelebrated Funeral Mass at St. Agatha Church, Fri. morning at 11. His Eminence Sean P. Cardinal O'Malley, OFM Cap. Principal Celebrant. Interment in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury. Msgr. Daly served for 33 years at St. John's Seminary; as Rector from 1986 until 1991, Vice Rector, Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and a faculty member for many years. Former Teacher at Cardinal O'Connell Seminary, Jamaica Plain and Assistant at St. Mary of the Nativity Church, Scituate. Msgr. also served in the Chancery Office of the Archdiocese until his retirement in 2000. A member of the Ordination Class of 1952, he graduated from B.C. High School, Class of 1944, received a Bachelor of Arts from St. John's Seminary, Masters of Arts in French Literature from Boston College and Doctor of Philosophy in Humanistic Studies from Tufts College. Msgr. touched many lives and was a teacher, mentor, friend, & counselor to many individuals in the U.S. and other nations, Ireland & France among them. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made to Regina Cleri Residence, 60 Cardinal O'Connell Way, Boston, MA 02114 or St. Agatha Church Renovation Fund, 432 Adams St., Milton, MA 02186. www.alfreddthomas.com Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home Milton (617) 696-4200

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Published by Boston Globe from Apr. 5 to Apr. 7, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Daly

10 Entries

Joe McCarthy

May 8, 2011

Fr. Daly was my French prof at Cardinal O'Connell Minor Seminary, 1957-59. He was an effective teacher who took an interest in me and loaned me many volumes from his personal library. I owe him not only my competence in French but my love of the entire range of French literature. For me, he's trtuly unforgettable.

Fr. Maurice Gauvin

April 21, 2011

Dear Daly Family

I was watching the Chrism Mass from Holy Cross Cathedral in Boston Tuesday morning when I was surprised to hear the Deacon read Msgr. Thomas J. Daly’s name among the priest who had passed away during the past year. I attended Saint John’s Seminary College from 1979-1982 while “T” was the Dean of the College and went on to the School of Theology until my Ordination in 1986. I remember Father Daly as a model priest, a man of compassion who genuinely reflected Christ to others. His quick wit and great sense of humor was a gift to the Seminary Community. I know that he has touched the lives of many people, especially his past students, myself included.

My sympathy to you on his passing. May Father Daly’s soul rest in peace. Amen

Tim Butler

April 10, 2011

My sincere sympathy to Monsignor "T" Daly's family. I will always remember him as a good priest, a fine Dean of St. John's Seminary College and a witty man! I and the Catholic community of Davis-Monthan AFB, Tucson, AZ, will offer Mass for the repose of his soul on Wednesday, 13 April May he rest in peace.

Tom Coronite

April 7, 2011

Where to begin in expressing my admiration for the man we called "T"... I attended St John's Seminary (St Clement's) when T was the rector. He was the man! A good, Christian, caring man with a terrific sense of humor, tough as nails and full of compassion. We joked about his odd sayings, but here I am, about 30 years later and I remember them all! He taught me a lot about being a good, Christian man and I will be forever grateful. I am so sorry I just now learned of his passing and missed my chance to pay final respects. Lots and lots of good, good memories. My deepest condolences to all of T's family, and my heartfelt thanks for having the opportunity to know such a man... God bless you, T!!!

Dr. Thomas Giblin

April 6, 2011

Msgr. Daly was the ultimate model of a great priest who pleased God in every way. Truly a humble man. He was a dear friend whom I had the privilege of knowing for almost 70 years, and he will be greatly missed.

Michelle Harrington

April 6, 2011

Father Daly was my boss at the Chancery twenty years ago. He was a funny and caring man.

My prayers are with his family and friends.

Michelle Costello Harrington

Michelle Harrington

April 6, 2011

Father Daly was my boss at the Chancery twenty years ago. He was a caring and very funny man.

My prayers are with his family and friends.

Michelle Costello Harrington

April 6, 2011

Fr. Daly was my boss at the Chancery twenty years ago. He was a funny and caring man. My sympathy to his family and all of his friends.

Michelle Costello Harrington

Pat Murphy

April 6, 2011

With sympathy on Fr. Daly's passing from the Burke Family - your old
upstairs neighbors on Ridgewood St. Joan & I reminisced this morning about attending Fr. Tommy's ordination many years ago. He was blessed with a wonderful life. We always remember your mother - she was a lovely person. Joan lives in Hull, Chuck in Illinois and I live in Middleboro. Again our deepest sympathy.

Tom Giblin

April 6, 2011

Fr. Daly was a favorite in the Giblin house. Always a sense of humor and quick wit did he possess, but was a warm and compassionate man easily talked to about life. My father was one of his closest friends and he will surely be missed by our family.

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