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THOMAS KILKENNY Obituary
THOMAS J., age 77, suddenly Aug. 4, 2010, Beloved husband of Donna R. (nee Nottingham) for 54 years, father of Patrick (Gina), Thomas (Colleen), Timothy (Linda), and James (Margaret), also survived by his grand-children Caitlin, Timothy, Meghan, Kasey, Thomas III, Kaylee, Matthew, Michael, Kiera and Maura, brother of Anna Mae Topley, Helen Robinson, Marianne Coppola and Agnes Stakelbeck. Mr. Kilkenny served as a Sergeant in the US Marine Corps. during the Korean Conflict and was a lifetime member of the Marine Corps. League. He was also a business agent for Teamsters Local #115 for 19 years and a Deputy Director for Labor Standards with the City of Phila. Mr. Kilkenny was a member of A.O.H. and a lifetime member of the Emerald Society. He was also a member of the Moose Lodge and Elks. Relatives, friends and members of the above organizations are invited to his Funeral Mass Monday 10 A.M. at St. Martin of Tours (Lower) Church, 5450 Roosevelt Blvd. where friends may call after 8 A.M. Int. private. In lieu of flowers memorial contri-butions to St. Francis Inn, 2441 Kensington Ave., Phila. PA 19125 would be appreciated.
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Memories and Condolences
for THOMAS KILKENNY
August 16, 2010
Kilkenny Family,
I was so sorry to hear about Mr. Kilkenny. I have such fond memories of your family on Miriam Road. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Lorie (Looby) Hueber
Joe DeMuro
August 11, 2010
Dear Kilkenny Family,
I just learned of Tom's passing on Monday and am very sorry for your loss. He will be fondly remembered and missed dearly.
Sincerely,
Joe DeMuro - Bartender at Alfe's
August 11, 2010
My deepest sympathy and prayers to the whole family.
Pat Gavin(Triangle-N.Wildwood)
Ellen Romano
August 10, 2010
To Mrs. K and all of our Kilkenny Friends
Mr. K was one of a kind!!! From the day we met which was only about 14 years ago until now, he made our family feel like part of his. He was like a big teddy bear!!! He will be missed but we always remember Pop Pop Kilkenny!!!
With love,
Bill, Ellen, Billy, Gabrielle and Sophia Romano
Christine Ibbotson
August 9, 2010
My deepest sympathy and prayers to the whole family. Christine Ibbotson
Joanne & David Slimbock
August 9, 2010
Our Heartfelt Sympathy to the entire Kilkenny Family...May He rest in peace xo
August 8, 2010
Dear Donna and Boys:
I just heard of Tom's passing and I am saddened to hear of your loss. I remember that St. Patrick's Day Move - In to Miriam Road, the many chats on the back porch and front stoop with Mom and dad and you.
I have fond memories of our friendship over the 40 plus years especially the many kindnesses you extedned to Mom and Dad. You were most generous and your friendship was much appreciated.
Your kind manner extended to Tom and Jim as they helped me with La salle Academy, a school in Lower Kensington, for children at high risk. Your legacy continues.
I will pray for Tom and Donna and the boys and their families. With great love and affection, Skip, jack and I will see you at the funeral.
Jim Fitzsimmons
Charles & Nancy McKeown Sr
August 8, 2010
The Lose of a Friend !!!
Mr. Kilkenny to us, was a big guy with a gentle heart. The friendly laugh with his rosey cheeks and a great smile is how our Family will remember him. He loved his Family and to all of you, Nancy & I and our Family will keep you in our prayers as he has joined his many Family & Friends who have passed away before him in Heaven.
Please know that we are with all of you as you mourn his loss.
God Bless!!!
Your Friends,
Charlie & Nancy McKeown Sr
& John, Charlie, Keri, Matt, Jaclyn, Brian.
August 8, 2010
Dear KilKenny family
We are so sorry to here about your lost.
the Fitzpatrick family (JAMES)
steve conjar
August 7, 2010
Tom, Colleen, and Family,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your father, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Steve Conjar
Heidi Vanaman
August 7, 2010
Donna and Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Tom will be greatly missed by all the staff at the Wildwood Golf and Country Club.
We wish to express our deepest sympathy
August 7, 2010
Kilkenny Family - We are deeply sorry and saddened by the passing of your husband, father and pop. We lost a wonderful neighbor and friend. Chestnut Avenue will never be the same without that huge personality, vibrant smile and overwhelming kindness he showed to all. Tom, we will miss you tremendously.
Good night, God Bless, We love you.
Sally and Billy Morrison
August 7, 2010
Dear Kilkenny Family,
We are deeply sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband, father and pop-pop. He truly was a great man and father figure to us. We enjoyed every minute we shared with him. The memory of him will live in our hearts forever. May God bless you and hold you in the palm of his hand.
Love,
Ernie,Debbie,Brianna,Regan
& Kiley Gallagher
August 7, 2010
To the Kilkenny Family,
It is with great sadness that we relay our condolences. Mr. Kilkenny was truly a gentleman, in every sense of the word. He was a great man, always kind, always had a smile to give, and always made you feel special. Your loss is great and we will keep you all in prayers. We are all going to miss him. There are no words to comfort you, we share in your sorrow.
In sympathy and friendship,
Gary & Donna Blaszczyk
Nina Marshall
August 6, 2010
Dear Donna,
We are sad and so sorry about the loss of Tom, our wonderful memories of the time we spent with him and the love and kindness he shared with us, will always be a part of our lives, and the wonderful times we had as friends and neigbors. He will be sadly missed. Much love to you and your family.
Greg & Nina
August 6, 2010
To all of the Kilkenny Family, We extend our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to all of you during this time of loss and sadness. We will always remember the good 'ol days of Summerdale! Dad was in his prime! John & I always ran into him in the neighborhood. We always shared a smile and a few laughs! May he rest in peace in God's embrace until you all meet again. Love and prayers to you all.
John & Anne Orminski and Family
Jim Sunderland
August 6, 2010
Pat...I know it has been a long time since Judge and St Martin's....miss that smile of yours....I am saddened to hear of your Father's passing...find Peace in knowing that Jesus has welcomed him Home to his Just reward
Richard Hall
August 6, 2010
To Tom,Colleen and family,
Sorry to hear about the lost to your family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Floss & Rich ( Ould Sod )
Jack Poppert
August 6, 2010
Kilkenny Family : So sorry to learn of Tommy's passing. I have known him for a long, long time,going back to St Agatha's School in West Philadelphia,which is about 70 years.He was a really good guy, and a tremendous athlete.We played together on local baseball and football teams in the neighorhood.It was always good to know that if there were any problems, Tommy was on our side.I will be praying for Tom and all of his family. Jack Poppert...Clifton Heights Pa
Dave Campoli
August 6, 2010
Tom,
I was very saddened to hear about your Dad. I hope that you and your entire family are comforted by the many memories you all have. I will certainly keep you and your family in my prayers.
Joanne Webb
August 6, 2010
Dear Tom and Colleen and family,
I was so sad to hear of your Dad's death, I will pray for you and ask God to give you strength at this time.
May Dad rest in peace.
Love,
Joanne xxoo
jack Poppert
August 6, 2010
Kilkenny Family: I am so sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. I have known him since 1st grade at St Agatha's in West Philadelphia; thats about 70 years. We played sandlot football and baseball together on several neighborhood teams. He was a tremendous player and someone you were happy to have on your side when things got a little rough. I will be praying for Him and all of his family. Jack Poppert Clifton Heights Pa by way of West Philly.
Joseph Nigro
August 6, 2010
To the Entire Kilkenny Family,
May our thoughts and prayers be with all of you during this most difficult time. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Gerry Sasse
August 6, 2010
Donna & Family... I am very sorry for your loss and I will keep Tom in my prayers. He was a true gentleman and will be missed by many.
August 6, 2010
The Kilkenny Family-
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time-we have wonderful memories of Miriam Rd that always included the Kilkenny family- we remember how Tom always had a smile & laugh for everyone
We wish you PEACE -
Love Jim & Linda Meintel & Family
missy madden
August 6, 2010
Donna, I am so sorry for your loss. It was such a joy to have had the privilege to know and laugh with Tom. He will be missed deeply. You are in my prayers.
August 6, 2010
what a great guy. Always had a smile for you which in turn made you smile. St Ann's & Our lady of angels have lost a daily church goer.
My condloences to his wife & family
Donnelly's North Wildwood
JERRY MAWHINNEY
August 6, 2010
TO THE KILKENNY FAMILY,
IT IS WITH GREAT SADNESS THAT I WRITE THESE WORDS. LOSING THE BIG GUY WITH THE CONSTANT SMILE MUST BE DEVASTATING. YOU CAN TAKE SOME SORT OF COMFORT IN THE FULL LIFE HE LED AND HOW MUCH RESPECT PEOPLE HAD FOR HIM. WHEN THINKING OF JOINING THE MARINE CORPS THERE WERE TWO PEOPLE MY DAD SAID I SHOULD SPEAK TO FIRST. BIG TOM AND JOHN McCOLLOUGH.
NATURALLY I DECIDED TO JOIN. I WILL NEVER FORGET SPENDING NIGHTS AT THE KILKENNY HOME AND FELLING LIKE FAMILY. NOT TO MENTION THERE WAS ALWAYS PLENTY TO EAT.
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL!
JERRY MAWHINNEY
Ramior & Pat Yabor
August 6, 2010
Donna & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You & your Family are in our prayers .
Christopher Drumm
August 6, 2010
The Drumm family is very saddened to learn this news.
Mr. Kilkenny was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Beyond that, through his life of service to the labor movement and dedication to this country and to Ireland he served as a champion to those without a champion. That is to say, he was a great man
Our love and prayers go out to all the Kilkenny family - they are Thomas's finest legacy.
With love,
Christopher, Maureen, Bridget, Maura, Caitlin and Erin Drumm
Ed & Anne Kelly
August 6, 2010
Donna,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Tom. We are glad to have known Tom and realize that you have lost a special person.
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