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Born March 7, 1936 in Lincoln, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly February 17, 2004 due to heart failure. He graduated in 1965 from the University of Hastings College of Law. His 30-year legal career began in 1966 as a Prosecutor with the State of California, as a Deputy Attorney General in the criminal division. He was Licensed as Attorney and Counselor to practice in all courts of the state including the Supreme Court and the United States Court of Appeal, Ninth Circuit. He was a graduate from the University of Illinois, and Lincoln Community Senior High School. He was an outstanding athlete in tennis, baseball, and was the quarterback in high school. His love of sports continued throughout his adult life, playing golf most of his retirement years. He served in the Army 32nd Signal Battalion, and after two years of service was reactivated by President Kennedy when the Berlin Wall went up. He is survived by his wife, Vi McNally, owner of McNally Public Relations; and three children, Mark, Chad and Ammecy Smaler. He has four grandchildren Ashley, Conner, Ryan and Jaxon. He was an avid reader and a dedicated Dodger fan. A memorial open house will be held Sunday, February 22 at 11:00 AM-3:00 PM at their home. Memorial donations may be made to the Friends of the Crisis Nurseries.
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SANDRA BALL ZETER
February 22, 2004
Tom was well liked in high school and I know that legacy followed him all of his life. Tom married my good high school friend, Viola Thompson. I extend my deepest sympathy to Viola and her family. Viola, our home is always open to you for rest and comfort.
Mark Just
February 21, 2004
Tom was a customer of mine at Tower Pipes & Cigars. We had many conversations on variety of topics. Tom always had a smile on his face everytime he came through the door. He will be greatly missed as a true friend to myself and the entire staff here.
Mark Just
rich & kathi crudo
February 21, 2004
Our deepest condolances to Mrs.McNally and family, especally to Chad and Nancy,whom we know well."Tom" was a real gentelman and loved his family very much, his prowess for picking NFL winners was admired by his friends and very much anticapted in our weekly challanged event. He will be deeply missed.
James Avila
February 20, 2004
Tom was my good friend Chad's father. Tom was always genuinely interested in his son's friends and their lives. He always made us feel like an extended part of his family. My deepest sympathy goes to Chad, Vi, Ammecy, Mark and their families.
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Michele Moginie-Miesner
February 20, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know how difficult it is to have your father taken from you so unexpectedly. I went to school with Ammecy and Chad, and the one memory that sticks out is playing croquet on your front lawn for my first time, and I stunk!!! I'll be thinking of you all and sending you strength.
Anne Driscoll
February 20, 2004
Tommy was my mom's first cousin, and he was great fun. He was happy and made friends with everyone wherever he went. He had a wonderful sparkle in his eye and a beautiful smile that touched many people. I will always remember him and am very proud to be related to such an exceptional human being. Our love and sympathy is with you Vi, Mark,Chad,Ammecy and families. We all loved Tommy very much.
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