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ann caroprese
August 19, 2025
I continue to say a prayer for tj everyday
ann caroprese
August 19, 2023
To this day I say a prayer for T.J. and have nothing but good memories of him and Sean Flynn as friends. Rest in peace from Sean's Aunt Annie
Jenna Johnson
October 10, 2015
Missing you and loving you always, TJ.
September 10, 2015
Dear SHirley and Tom. My mom and I are so sorry to hear about TJ. We are sending prayers your way. I'll always remember his sweet smile and how much he loved being outside when we cared for him. Sending hugs.
Marie Werkheiser & Mary Shaibley
Megan Kalmar (Stauffer)
September 1, 2015
OB and family , it's been so long since I've seen TJ. I can remember him running around playing with my sister and I when we were little . Sometimes it seems Gods testing our belief in him , to take someone so dear to us, seems unfair. I'm sending my love and prayers to you all.
ann caroprese
August 31, 2015
T J was a very good friend to my nephew Sean Flynn growing up. He was a a delight to have around. He was always so respectful and mannerly when he came to swim in the pool . I remember several days trips we took to Dorney Park or Quiet valley farm that he enjoyed with our family. As he grew up I would often ask my nephew how he was doing and although we lost touch as the boys grew older my life, my nephews and my family life was enriched by tj's presence.
August 31, 2015
Mr and Mr's O'Brien
I had the pleasure of working with your son Tom at Follett. He was a hard worker and very genuine young man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Jim Adams
Ron & Vicky Lock
August 30, 2015
Butchie and Shirley
Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time. We can't begin to say anything that could take away the pain that you feel. We will keep you and your son Tom in our prayers.
Ron & Vicky
Dale, Dawn, & Mary
August 28, 2015
Tom, Shirley, & Scott
We are so sorry to hear about T J
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bill Green
August 28, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Tom was a good friend. It was an honor to know him.
August 28, 2015
Dear Tom and Shirley
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at
this time and always.
Pat and Jerry Stoudt
(PJ)
Sue Schuster
August 27, 2015
Shirley & Tom,
So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Ashley Saeger
August 27, 2015
I'm so sorry for the loss of tom. He was an amazing man. He was the most caring, loving, and sincere man I've known. I want you to know you did a wonderful job raising tom. I enjoyed working with him at Crayola; he was always there for me when I needed something...even if it wasn't work related. I wish I had more time to spend with him.
robin smith
August 27, 2015
tj will always be near you both
Shelly Taylor
August 26, 2015
My deepest condolences to your family! I worked with Tom at Crayola. He was such a sweetheart. Always kind and very respectful! Hold onto the memories, he will always be with you. He was taken too young. The Lord must have other plans for his angel!
August 26, 2015
Dear Tom and Shirley, Our deepest condolences. We remember when he was born. The last thing you want to do as a parent is
bury a child. Our prayers are with you.
Joe and Susie Frankel
August 26, 2015
Tom, Shirley and Scott
My love, thoughts, and prayers are with you
during this difficult time. Love, Betty
Sharon Wengryn
August 26, 2015
I am so sorry for your family's loss and cannot imagine the pain you are feeling. Just hang on tight to the memories and know that he was given his angel wings.
Elizabeth Miller
August 26, 2015
Shirley and Tom,
My heart and thoughts are with you. I wish I could take all your pain away. If you need anything please don't hesitate to call me anytime.
Liz
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