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Thomas Danahy Obituary
Tom was born Nov. 14, 1959, in Hartford, son of Martin T. Danahy and Mary Lou Morrison-Danahy of Manchester. Tom lived in Manchester for the past 45 years. He graduated with high honors from Manchester High School and attended the University of Connecticut and the University of Hartford. He was a valued employee of AT&T for the last 20 years. Tom was gifted intellectually, artistically, and musically. He began the study of violin at the age of 7 but later developed a passion for jazz piano. He spent many hours jamming with fellow musicians and countless hours entertaining friends and family with his improvisations and Joplin rags. Tom was a very quiet person, but once you got to know him he had a wonderful dry wit. He also greatly enjoyed walking his Siberian Husky, "Sapphire," especially going to the South Windsor dog park.
In addition to his parents and partner, Valerie, Tom is survived by his sister, Kim Gudeahn of Manchester; two brothers, Andrew Danahy also of Manchester, Matthew Danahy of New York City; two aunts, Dorothy Sanders of Glastonbury, Betty Wilson of Manchester; three uncles, Neil Danahy and Kenneth Wilson, both of Manchester, Charles Morrison of Glastonbury; many cousins; and a special friend of Tom and his family, Barbara Washburn of Manchester. Tom had a very special and loving relationship with Valerie's two children, Taylor and Noressa Gudeahn-Alleno of Poland, Maine. Tom will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Calling hours will be Sunday from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Holmes Funeral Home, 400 Main St., Manchester.
Funeral services will be held Monday Jan. 25, 2010, at 11 a.m. at St. Mary Episcopal Church, 41 Park St., Manchester.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Artists Collective Inc., 1200 Albany Ave., Hartford, CT 06112, or to a charity of the donor's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Danahy
Norissa Alleano
October 10, 2019
Although I am not biologically his, He very well was the father I never had due to my actual father passing away at a young age. Him and my mother Valerie were close and I spent many years with Tom. I just wanted to write to you dad, and tell you how much I miss and love you! Mary Lou and I write every now and then. She's got cancer as well. I feel for her. Tommy, I miss your hugs. Your knowledge. It's almost been 10 years and feels like yesterday. We all miss you dearly and I hope that you're feeling better up there!
Sue Gilbert
January 28, 2010
To The Danahy Family,
I worked with Tom at AT&T for many years. He was an excellent Technician,very kind person.I was one of his dispatchers and he always took his work, never complained, always did what needed to be done. I am very sorry for your loss, he will be missed by many.
You are in my thoughts
January 28, 2010
Matt,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Peace and Love
Alison Leary
Megan Williams
January 25, 2010
To the Danahy family- I am very sorry for your loss. I didn't know Thomas personally, but I am a friend of Matt's, and I know how fond he was of him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
January 25, 2010
An Irish Prayer
May the road rise to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face. May the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, May the Lord hold you in the palm of His hand.
Our deepest condolences. Your family is in our prayers.
The Hatchers
January 25, 2010
You have my heartfelt condolences. In the months to come, may you find comfort in your good memories. May God help you to endure (Psalm 34:17 & 18). Your family and friends are in my prayers.
January 24, 2010
Mrs. Danahy - My brother Timothy called me this morning with this sad news. I remember Tommy as we were kids running around your house - the Danahys around the corner. I remember when he broke his arm - crossing the street to St. James (or something like that - a car hit him??).
I have fond memories.
Catherine Derby
MR & MRS FREDERICK GREEN
January 24, 2010
Deepest condolences,and prayers to the family...time will heal all....GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU ALL...REST IN PEACE TOM....cycling through HEAVEN
Steve Comeau
January 23, 2010
I met Tom through his cousin Michael back in Junior High School. Tom was a gentle and giving soul. I enjoyed Tom's company at Manchester High where we would spend free periods hanging out in the piano practice rooms. I would sit and watch with amazement while Tom played rags and jammed on the piano. He also taught me some cool bossa nova progressions on the guitar that I still play today as warm up exercises.
Time and distance separated us many years ago, but I'm sad to learn of his passing so young. My heart goes out to his family and friends.
Brian Danahy
January 22, 2010
Tom, your passing was very sudden and shocking to me personally. Years growing up with you and Andy as our first cousins, seeing Aunt Mary Lou and Uncle Marty so proud of your musical talents, those days up in the attic as you played drums or guitar and wrapped in the snaps of genius was a humor and wit as you shined above us all. I always admired how you made anything complicated seemingly simple, and done so eloquently.
You’ll be missed cousin.
Brian Danahy
Paul Pescatello
January 21, 2010
"Tom may you rest in peace my friend. I will always enjoy our conversations at the Pfizer sites and I'll miss the laughs and good times we had. Sleep well sweet prince, Heaven just received a great piano player, play on my friend, play on"........PaulPescatello & Family (Quaker hill, CT
Marty Wagner
January 21, 2010
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.....I worked with Tom at the Phone Company in "the good old days" and spent many long hours with him while cutting over customer's new phone systems.....Tom was an excellent Tech, but the thing I enjoyed most, was talking to Tom about everything under the sun...he had a thirst for knowledge and we got to share thoughts about music, art, books......and as I got to know him better, his sense of humor was next to none...how he could get me laughing!!
Remember the good times....he is at peace now, no more suffering.
Holmes Funeral Home Watkins Funeral Home
January 21, 2010
With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.
Rick
January 21, 2010
RIP buddy. It was great to know and work with you. You will be missed and always remembered !
Kevin Fontaine
January 21, 2010
Tom, I just wanted to thank you for being such a good friend. We had some great times together and I will never forget them. I going to miss you so much. With love. Your friend forever, Kevin.
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