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Thomas Caffrey Obituary

CAFFREY, Thomas Patrick (24) "Tom Slick" Born August 23, 1984, died on Saturday, September 6, 2008 in Santa Monica, CA as a result of a fatal skateboarding accident. Survived by his grandparents Patrick and Helen Caffrey, parents Michael Caffrey and Madeline McCusker, sister Kelly Caffrey and many uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. Thomas attended school and worked in Santa Monica throughout his life. Thomas was an artist that enjoyed playing soccer, skateboarding, and surfing. He was a genuine and loyal friend and all of us are better people for having had him in our lives. He will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all whose lives he touched. Services will be held at St. Monica Church, 725 California Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90403, Tuesday, September 16, 2008, 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to SM AYSO, PO Box 91, Santa Monica, CA 90406-0091.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Sep. 14, 2008.

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