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for Thomas McAteer
Eileen O'Shaughnessy
March 1, 2008
I did not know Tommy long, but what a very special person he was. On my trips Boston, he made me feel so welcome and always went out of his way to help. My deepest sympathy to Mary and the McAteer family on their great loss.
helen connolly
February 17, 2008
my deepest sympathy to mary and tommys family! it was so sad we were looking forward to seeing both of them! i pray for my sister every night! love helen!!
Bernie and family
February 16, 2008
To mary and family, and the McAteer family. Our taughts are with ye during this difficult time. I heard all good things about tommy, Its a shame that i never got to meet such a nice man.
(Mary's sister Bernie and family, Ireland)
BETTY GALLAGHER
February 10, 2008
TO THE MCATEER FAMILY.
WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR DAD'S PASSING. HE WAS BEST MAN AT MY WEDDING 46 YRS AGO. MY HUSBAND DIED IN APRIL OF 2007 SO I FEEL YOUR PAIN. HE AND MY HUSBAND HAD LOTS IN COMMON, WE WENT TO INTERCOLONIAL IN OUR YOUNGER DAYS. HE WENT TO CATHEDRAL HIGH WITH ME THEY ARE HAVING THEIR 50TH ANNIVERSAY THIS YEAR. I KNOW ANN BECHET CALLED HIM ABOUT IT HE SAID HE DIDNT THINK HE WOULD MAKE ITHE WAS WAITING FOR A TRANSPLANT. THAT WAS JUST A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO. I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO REACH HIM BUT EVIDENTLY HE HAD CHANGED HIS PHONE. SOME ONE WHO WORKED AT MIT TOLD ME SHE WENT TO A CHRISTMAS PARTY AND HEARD THE NEWS. THATS ESPECIAL HARD TO LOOSE SOMEONE AT CHRISTMAS. LETS FACE IT YOU ARE NEVER PREPARED. I HOPE HE WAS HAPPY WITH HIS NEW WIFE , TOO BAD THEY DIDNT HAVE LONGER TOGETHER. WELL BEST END THIS FOR NOW BUT YOU ARE ALL IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. GOD BLESS TAKE CARE OF EACHOTHER
SINCERELY BETTY GALLAGHER
BROCKTON MASS
Kathleen Woulfe
January 2, 2008
Our Deepest sympathy to Aunt Mary & Tommy's family. We met Tommy once whilst on holiday to Boston, and what a lovely man he was, always smiling and laughing. I really dont know what to say apart from "its everyones loss to lose such a nice man and their gain up above"
The Woulfes (London)
Myrna
December 31, 2007
I haven't been in touch with Tommie for years, and was so sorry to hear of his passing. I always remember his warmth and humor when I was new at MIT. His cheerfulness brightened my day. Like Sal Puleo said, he was a good and gentle soul.
Rest in peace, Tommie Your kindness left an impression on so many of us
My sincere condolences to his family.
.
Debra Nickerson
December 28, 2007
To Tom's children, grandchildren and wife Mary. I volunteered with Tom Monday nights for 15 years. We would often meet in the cafeteria. He would sit and sip tea while I ate dinner. He spoke of his love for his children, grandchildren his new wife, his pets and Ireland. We always had many laughs. I will miss him so. He was a wonderful man.
Ed & Helen McLaughlin
December 26, 2007
Our deepest sympathies to Tom's family and friends. We didn't know Tom long. Just long enough to know what a great person he was. He will always be in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss him.
Dennis Elwell
December 26, 2007
Mr McAteer was good man. I'm sorry to the family. He will be missed.
Al & Ann Swanson
December 26, 2007
We didn't know Tom for a long time, yet he made us feel as welcome as someone he'd know his whole life. It was a pleasure and honor to know Tom, through Mary, even for a short time. We offer our sympathy to his two familys.
Jimmy Wickham
December 26, 2007
Tommy, you were a wonderful father, husband, and friend. I will always remember your great sense of humor, your devotion to family, and your strong faith in God.
And who could ever forget watching you clear the floor as you danced the Siege Of Ennis!
Requiesat in pace, Tommy, we shall not soon see your like again.
Mary (Tierney) Corrigan
December 26, 2007
To the McAteer Family
I was saddened to read of Tommy's death. Although I haven't seen him in years, he dropped me a note occasionally. I lived across the street from him in East Boston many years ago and we went to St. Mary's School together for 8 years. I remember his mother and father. They were lovely people. Tommy was always smiling, a great kid to grow up with and a true, loyal friend. Rest in peace Tommy.
Robert Monaco
December 26, 2007
Mike and Lena- Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Rob, Holly, Mikayla, & Robert III
Sal Puleo
December 26, 2007
Dear McAteer family : Your dad was one of the most wonderful human beings I`ve ever met. He was a great friend and colleague. He was a kind and gentle man who knew how to make us all laugh and smile with his great sense of humor. I`ll always remember Tom riding his bycycle through Cambridge or Charlestown He`d always wave and had a smile and a good word for everyone.It always made you feel good to see Tommy around town or around campus. Your dad made a lot of people happy .It saddens me to hear of his passing he was one of my best friends. Know that he loved you all!
Danny McAuley
December 26, 2007
Tommy,
You were truly one of the GREAT ones, and you will be sorely missed. Your personality and kind nature were one of a kind. I'm glad to have known you, and your memory will always cause me to smile from ear to ear. May you rest in peace.
Mary & Louie Forgione
December 26, 2007
To Mary - we were very sorry to hear of Tom's death. I will always remember how happy he was the day of your wedding when I was talking to him before the ceremony. Who ever thought in just a few months that this would of happened.
We should all remember that as long as we keep Tom in our memories, he will always be with us.
Our deepest sympathy to you, Tom's family & your family for such a great loss.
Colleen Burke and Tom's niece enjoying a dance at the wedding
December 26, 2007
Wedding Day Memories 9/1/07
December 26, 2007
Mags and George Kelly 9/1/07
December 26, 2007
Mike and Lena McAteer
December 26, 2007
Marie Jenei
December 26, 2007
My dear friend, Mary, and to the whole family, Please accept my sincere sympathy at your great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this painful time. God bless all of you and give you strength, Love, ~Marie~
Noreen Gallagher-Marden
December 25, 2007
Margaret-
I have only happy and fond memories of your dad. I am so sorry to read of your loss.
Bridget Hubley
December 25, 2007
We had just come to know Tom through Mary and we were so happy they were married. They were so very happy at the wedding and we hoped that they would have had many happy years together. May he rest in peace. We miss him.
Aidan's first communion with Papa and Mary
December 25, 2007
Richard I. Clayman
December 25, 2007
Mike and Lena-----Our sincere condolences to the Family; We share your grief during this difficult time----Richard & Deborah Clayman
Colleen Burke
December 25, 2007
Tommy will be missed very much. He knew how to make us all laugh and loved spending time with family and friends. We will remember the good times and the memories.
Tommy & Mary's Wedding Day
December 25, 2007
December 25, 2007
Noreen Gaffney and Tommy 9/1/07
December 25, 2007
Tommy and Colette Burke 9/1/07
December 25, 2007
John Taglilatela & Family
December 24, 2007
Please be assured that Tom is in our thoughts and prayers. He was a true gentleman to all!
Mary Maloney
December 24, 2007
Tommy, Enjoyed all the hilarity you provided at all functions we attended. Especially at Mary Mccarthys.
Mary Maloney
December 24, 2007
Tommy, Enjoyed all the hilarity you provided at all functions we attended
Tom Allen
December 24, 2007
Tommy McAteer was one of those rare people whom no one who knew him will ever forget. He taught us all how to smile through adversity and enjoy life, to its fullest. I knew Tom both as a colleague at MIT and a co-worker at charitable events for Mount St. Joseph Academy and saw him boost the spirits of all those around him in both those contexts. We will deeply miss his physical presence but his spirit will always be with us.
Charles Clougherty Jr
December 24, 2007
To Tom Jr and All of Tom's Family, Children, Grandchildren and friends, My deepest sympathies and prayers are with you on hearing of your Dad's passing. I fondly remember spending countless hours at the house when we went to school together in Charlestown and your parents were always so nice to me. May He Rest In Peace.
Cindy Hudson
December 24, 2007
To the McAteer Children: Your dad and my dad, Jim were cousins. Growing up they were closer than brothers. I have fond memories of your Mom, Dad and grandparents. Your Dad will be missed.
Marianne Marino
December 24, 2007
Margaret, George and Boys
Your Dad and Papa was a wonderful man and will be really missed by all of us. I will miss seeing him with the clients from Life Focus Center. He was a kind and gentle man May he rest in peace.
Marianne Marino
Chuck Grader
December 24, 2007
Tommy was a wonderful colleague and friend who brought much happiness to all of us who knew him. God bless him.
Sincerest condolences to all the family.
Alan White
December 23, 2007
To: Tommy's Family and Friends
Tommy worked with us at MIT for many years. He brightened all of our lives with his wonderful good nature, his sense of humanity, his infectious laughter, his concern for others; his wonderful sense of humor.
We will always miss him.
Alan White
Sr. Associate Dean
MIT/Sloan
Kimberly Kyle
December 23, 2007
Margaret,
Your father was a great guy and will be sadly missed by all. We are very sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
The Kyle's
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