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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Pierce
Matthew Mainella
October 4, 2008
Mrs. Pierce,
I am very saddened to hear of your loss - my condolences to you and your family.
I had the honor of taking chemistry my sophomore year at Xavier with Mr. Pierce. Chemistry was not at all "my thing," but it did not matter - your husband always managed to spread the enthusiasm and joy that he had for life to his students. Mr. Pierce was not just an outstanding teacher, he was a true mentor and friend to myself and to many at Xavier. This was evident day in and day out. I am comforted knowing how many students, faculty, and friends he inspired there when I knew him.
John Pozzetta
September 24, 2008
From my experience, Tom was a wonderful man and teacher. He was an inspiration and certainly exemplified the Xaverian Brother's motto to 'Be a Man'
My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Alex XHS 06
September 24, 2008
Mrs. Pierce,
May the road rise up to meet you
May the wind always be at your back
May the sun shine warm upon your face
The rains fall soft upon your fields and
Until we meet again
May God hold you in the palm of his hand.
Best of wishes for you and your family during this difficult time.
Rosemary Navin Dowd
September 23, 2008
Terry;
I am at a loss for words, I missed the opportunity to say good-bye to Tom on Friday night and/or Saturday but you are in my thoughts and prayers.
You and the children have many, many memories but for me the thing that I see when I remember Tom is his warm, genuine smile.
I will pray for God to help you through this loss.
Jackie Haywood
September 20, 2008
Mrs. Pierce & family,
Mr. Pierce was a Xavier parent's dream of a teacher - thoughtful, thorough, inspiring and intelligent. We will always treasure the time our 2 sons had with him. Our prayers are with you at this time.
Lisa Warzecha
September 20, 2008
Mrs. Pierce, Michelle & Stacey,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I will always remember what a wonderful man Mr. Pierce was, and how he always seemed to wear a smile. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
Betty Weaver
September 20, 2008
Our sons all went to Xaivier and I believe they all had Tom for a teacher. We always looked forward to seeing him at open house. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve and Betty Weaver
Father James Field
September 19, 2008
Dear Terry and family - I have many fond memories of serving on the Xavier faculty with Tom back in the '70's. Long before the brothers adopted the sponsorship model, he embodied the highest ideals of collaboration in mission. He was a wonderful teacher who had a life-long impact on the boys to whom he was so devoted. My prayers are with you.
Mary Long-Eccles
September 19, 2008
Dear Mrs. Pierce and Family,
Wanted to let you know how sorry I was to hear about Mr. Pierce's passing. I was a CCD student of his 27 years ago. He handle my Confirmation class. He was always so kind to us. Even now I can hear him talking. Please know that I will keep you all in my thoughts.
Paula & Frank Tranchina
September 19, 2008
Dear Mrs. Pierce, Michelle and Stacey. We have many fond memories of parenting with our daughters. Michelle and Kelly, Stacey and Melissa and Shana inbetween. You were excellent examples of marriage, family, and wonderful parents. You can all be proud of the man Mr. Pierce was. As a husband, father, teacher, mentor, grandfather and active church member. He was a true to himself person and his goodness will be carried on by all of the lives he touched. Love Paula and Frank Tranchina, Portland, Ct.
Joe Andrasik
September 18, 2008
I was grateful to have Mr. Pierce as my science teacher, along with several of my friends. All aspects of Xavier, you would say "look, there is Mr. Pierce!" A true example of a man like Jesus. Joe Andrasik XHS 03
Roselani Ferguson
September 18, 2008
Dear Pierce Family,
Please accept our sincere sympathies in the loss of your Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, and friend. These words come to mind; We make a life by what we give. Here's to an extraordinary life who gave so much to so many. Surely we have a new Star to watch over all of us. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Aloha, The Ferguson Family
Martha McHutchison
September 18, 2008
What a wonderful man he was-a model for all of us, as well as a friend and mentor. He will be sorely missed.
Terry-my deepest condolences to you and your family.
Ted Coughlin, XHS '80
September 18, 2008
Both myself and my son had the privilege of being taught by Mr. Pierce. He had unique and special way that truly touched his students. He exemplified what a teacher should be and his impact on me lasts to this day. My condolences to you, Mrs. Pierce and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jackie Rowley
September 18, 2008
I am so sorry. Tom was one of the greatest men. I was truly blessed to have known him. Terry, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Peter Turecek XHS '87
September 18, 2008
Mr. Pierce was the teacher you wrote about in essays about who has most impacted you as you grew up. He was an amazing role model for so many of us in learning to be true Xavier men--loving, generous, patient, kind, gracious--what it meant to be a husband, teacher, mentor, friend and outstanding all-around human.
My heartfelt condolences to his family.
Eileen Lussier
September 18, 2008
Terri, Michelle, Stacey & families:
You have all been in our prayers, & tomorrow we will light a candle for Tom at the Shrine of the Infant of Prague. We will see you upon our return, which is after the Funeral. Some of our family will be present at the Mass.
Our prayers are with all of you.
Roger & Eileen Lussier
Heather (Murray) Pach
September 18, 2008
I am just so sorry! You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I will always remember his kindness, compassion and smile.
Rick Schafrick XHS-80
September 18, 2008
One of the best teacher I had the honor to learn from. To this day I remember genetics as variations of Schmoos and Kigmies. My condolences to the Pierce family.
Megan&Billy Rau
September 18, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers and we will keep the wisdom you taught us in our hearts ALWAYS.
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