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Thomas J. Crowley
1935 - 2008
Thomas J. Crowley
1935 - 2008
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BORN
1935
DIED
2008
Thomas Crowley Obituary
Tom died suddenly and unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 26, 2008, at Genesis Medical Center East Campus.
Thomas Joseph Crowley was born February 19, 1935, in Maquoketa, Iowa, a son of Howard D. and Velma M. (Cram) Crowley. He was united in marriage to Judith A. Allen on December 29, 1956, at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Davenport.
Tom was a graduate of St. Ambrose Academy and attended St. Ambrose College.
He was a veteran of the Korean War, proudly serving in the U.S. Army.
Tom retired in 1991 from Alcoa where he had worked in the Human Resources Department. He retired after serving the company for over 32 years.
He was a member of the church and also served as a trustee. Tom was also a generous volunteer, he had volunteered for United Way, AA, served on the board of C.A.D.S. and Vera French, and was a member of C.E.A.P.
Memorials can be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church or to United Way of the Quad-Cities Area.
Those left to honor and cherish his memory include his wife of over 51 years, Judy; children and their spouses, Cindy and Tom Peterson, Phoenix, Ariz., Jim and Mary Crowley, West Branch, Iowa, Jody and Chip Hesse, Grand Mound, Iowa, Nancy and Jim Renkes, Bettendorf, and Colleen and Miguel Crespo, Spokane, Wash.; 15 loving grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brothers, Chuck (Floanna) Crowley, Wichita, Kan., and Paul (Carol) Crowley, Anoka, Minn.; and a brother-in-law, Ralph Fandel, Mechanicsville, Iowa.
His parents, an infant daughter, Theresa, a sister, Mary Fandel and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Jim and Mid Allen, preceded him in death. May they rest in peace.
Online remembrances and condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting Tom's obituary at www.hmdfuneralhome.com.
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Gina Smith
April 10, 2008
My condolences to your family in your time of grief. Tom was a wonderful man who truly touched my life and many others. I truly wish that their would be more Tom's in the world. Thank you for sharing him with all of us. It truly was honor and a blessing to have known Tom for eleven years. My prayers are with you ♥
Val Coleman
April 2, 2008
I am sad to hear about Tom's death. Tom was so good to me when I was a "newcomer" in 1982. I have very fond memories of our coffee shop discussions. I'm sure he's helping newcomers at the Big Meeting.
Cheryl & Randy Volenec
April 1, 2008
Dearest Judy & Family:
We are so saddened to hear of Tom's untimely passing. We have such wonderful memories of our friendship with him and you when we lived in Iowa. He continued to help so many people all of these years and I know he will be greatly missed. Please accept our heartfelt condolences for you and your wonderful family and know that you are in our prayers & thoughts. May God Bless You. Love Always, Cheryl & Randy Volenec
Michele Willey
March 31, 2008
Judy, I just found out today about Tom. Words cannot express how I feel or what loss you may feel. Just know that he was a kind and caring person who was willing to reach out and help others through his words.
Many Blessing,
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BruceEddy Anderson
March 31, 2008
Toms wisdom and advice will be missed. We loved him greatly.
Tom & Doll Finley
March 31, 2008
Oh my Judy. What a shock. Please accept our heart felt sympathy.
Stacey Larson
March 31, 2008
Dear Jody & Family ~
I am very sorry to learn of the passing of your father. Stay strong and cherish the memories.
Sheila Rogeness
March 31, 2008
To the Crowley Family,
Reading all the entries about Tom and his life echo my sentiments and experience in knowing him for a few short months. Tom carried a message about how to live life with dignity and selflessness, and he kept a wonderful sense of humor about him that I will miss deeply. My prayers are with you and I am truly thankful for the gifts he so freely gave to all of us. God Bless
Jim Hanna
March 30, 2008
Dear Judy,
We were so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was a real man and loved his family dearly. Our years as Alcoans were very positive and also construtive. He goes to a far better home with his Lord. He will be missed.
Cathy Allen May
March 30, 2008
Dear Crowley Family,
I was so sad to hear of Mr. Crowley's passing. He is forever imprinted in my heart and memoy as my all time favorite coach. He taught us much more than softball as members of the illustrious Holy Trinity Troopers!! Thank you for sharing him with us.
Bob McQueen
March 30, 2008
Tom will certainly be missed by the many whose lives he touched. I will never forget our times together and his laugh.
Jamey Chapman
March 30, 2008
My condolences to your family in your time of grief. Tom was a wonderful man who truly touched many lives in a way that will never be forgotten. I truly aspire to be the type of person that he lived his life to be. Thank you for sharing him with all of us. It truly was honor and a blessing to have been a small part of his life.
Carly & Sean Counihan
March 30, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of grief. Tom was a wonderful man and touched many lives. He will be missed and never forgotten.
Joe and Cassie Woodside
March 29, 2008
Judy, we are deeply saddened by the loss of Tom. He has touched our lives in many ways. We have been blessed to have known Tom and he will forever remain in our thoughts and in our hearts.
Peter Collins
March 29, 2008
Judy,
Please accept our sorrow at the loss of Tom. You and your family are in our prayers. Tom was a great inspiration to me in my recovery. God Bless.
Kate Olson
March 29, 2008
I met Tom just five weeks ago. I was amazed and encouraged to run in to him often. He truly touched my heart, was an inspiration, and will be greatly missed. His wife, family and loved ones are in my prayers.
Nancy Fandel
March 29, 2008
Dear Judy and Family ~ I'm terribly sorry to hear of the loss of your great husband and father, my loving Uncle Tom. His legacy began the day he chose to give to all who needed him; I am but one among thousands. He will never be forgotten, and few can claim his worth.
All blessings to you,
Nancy
Cletus Crowley
March 29, 2008
My fondest memories of Tom and Judy revolved around the great care they took of my sisters--Bea and Inez--as they lived in their own apartment and later as they moved to a nursing home. Without their help and input my life would have been much more complicated than I needed it to be.
Steve & Jan Thompson
March 29, 2008
Dear Judy and Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God's strength be with you during this time and give you comfort.
Peace, Love & Joy in Christ,
Steve & Jan
Richard Peterson
March 29, 2008
Tom's help changed lives and he did it quietly, with dignity.
Stephen & Debra Clark
March 29, 2008
In time, may you be able to look beyond the sorrow of this hour and experience comfort in the beauty of love and legacy of memories which will last forever. God Bless.
Lori Laswick
March 29, 2008
Dear Aunt Judy,
My heart goes out to you and all of the Crowleys during this very difficult and sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief and in the days to come. Lots of love to you!!!!
Christopher & Kimberly Cameron
March 29, 2008
To Judy and family, Please accept our deepest condolences. Tom was a wonderful man who taught us the meaning of giving and humility and how to "lighten up" with his wonderful humor. He will be dearly missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Christopher & Kimberly Cameron and family
Terri Oyler
March 28, 2008
Dear Judy, Aunt Judy, Sister and Family,
With loving and heart felt memories of our times together with Tom and all of our Crowley family. We will miss him very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Judy and family. All our love, The Prescotts and Gebhardts.
Anne Gebhardt O'Brien
March 28, 2008
Dear Aunt Judy and Crowley Cousins-
On behalf of my sisters Susan and Carol, brothers Joe, Mike, Jim and Tom and their spouses and children we all want you to know how much we loved Uncle Tom. We wish we could be there in person to honor his memory. Our world would be a better world if there were more Uncle Toms.He leaves a lasting imprint in our hearts!Our prayers are always with you.
Anne Gebhardt O'Brien
(He was the only person I would let call me Anna Bananna)
Kimberly Cameron
March 28, 2008
My condolences to friends and family of Tom.....He was a very good man and helped me more than he probably ever knew. I will miss him dearly.....Kimberly Cameron
Jerry Gott & Karen Hasara
March 28, 2008
We were privileged to enjoy the greatest of pleasures, our friendship with Tom and Judy, having known them through our mutual friends, the Hechts. Our condolences to Judy and all of the family.
Linda McLaughlin
March 28, 2008
My condolences to the family - I knew Tom when he headed the EAP at Alcoa. He was so committed and compassionate. He will be truly be missed.
Heidi (Duncan) Ewing
March 28, 2008
Nancy & Jody,
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. I know how much he meant to you and your families.
I learned that when I saw the tears in Nancy's eyes the day your Mom & Dad presented you with his briefcase as a gift upon your promotion. I also know from the memories Jody shared in her stories of family outings and vacations.
God bless you during these difficult times.
Scott Frazer
March 28, 2008
Nancy,
I was very saddened to read of your father's passing, as I remember how close you have always been. Time will heal your sorrow and sadness. So gather around your family and remember your father as you loved him, and think of the many lives he touched along the way. He was truly a remarkable man. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Jim & Diane Thompson
March 28, 2008
Out thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Crowley family. To our friends Nancy and Jim Renkes we hope that you recieve some comfort in knowing that Tom has gone on to a better place. May peace be with you and your family.
Thomas Gebhardt
March 28, 2008
My Uncle Tom was truly one of the nicest people I've ever been associated with. His examples of how to live your life were endless and impactful on everyone he touched. His unselfishness always prevailed and his spirit will live with me as his Godson forever.
Joseph Speer
March 28, 2008
I would like to offer my condolences to Jim, Mary and the rest of the Crowley family.
Sandy Hull
March 28, 2008
Judy, I was very shocked and sad when I learned of Tom's death. The hospital does offer classes if you feel you need them. A couple of our volunteers, who have recently lost loved ones have found it a comfort and helpful. I pray that God will hold you in His loving arms in the days ahead.
Tom & Sandy Hecht
March 28, 2008
We are far away in Florida and unable to attend the services, but send our love and prayers to the whole Crowley family. Tom was a treasure and delight to all who knew him. He gave of himself to his whole community.
Matthew Sean Fitzsimmons
March 28, 2008
Tom Was A Wonderful, Giving, Caring
Man Whom I Am Proud To Call A Friend, Mentor, & Much More!!!
GOD Bless ALL His Family NOW & Thru This Time Of Loss??? He Is In A Much Better Place NOW... You WiLL Be Missed My Brother!!! PEACE & GRACE, Fitz
Suzanne Chouteau
March 28, 2008
Dear Judy, Cindy, Jim, Jody, Nancy and Colleen--I would not be who I am if I didn't know your family. Tom was such an inspiration to me growing up--he coached me to be a serious (and maybe a tad competitive!!) athlete, but he also coached me to be a confident, committed person. I can see him vividly coaching me to bunt and run like mad, or to throw the ball to Nancy at first...I also so enjoyed each and every visit home all these years to give hugs and share joy with whichever of you I was lucky enough to see. I just walked past your old house on Pine Street last week when I was home for Easter and told my husband all about your special family and my happy memories of the fun we had. You are in my heart at this very, very sad time. Peace be with you. Love, Suzy
Carol Anne Chouteau
March 28, 2008
Dear Judy and family -
I'm still reeling from this unexpected loss and find I don't have the gift of words to express my grief and the desire to give you all great comfort. Tom/your dad was such a great guy with a wonderful sense of humor and it reflects in all of you ... you're one of my very favorite families in all of the world. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and will be for quite some time. If there's anything I can do for you please let me know.
Much love,
Carol Anne Chouteau
Paul Fredenburg
March 28, 2008
Thank you Mr. Crowley for your service to our country. From a fellow veteran.
Sandra Cameron
March 28, 2008
Tom will forever be in my thoughts and prayers.I met Tom while working with United Way and I soon found that he was friends with my son also.He was always there for me and my son when we needed him.Thank you Tom for being my friend.Sandy
Maria LeDoux
March 28, 2008
Jim, Mary, Amanda, Chauncey, and our Betsy Boo
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our condolences to you and all of your family.
Love,
Tony, Maria, Addam and Francesca LeDoux
Linda Stoolman
March 28, 2008
I was shocked and sad to hear the loss of a wonderful person. I live in West Branch with the Crowley family. Jim's parents attended many activities of Amanda and Betsy. My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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