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Bernard Herbage
September 9, 2004
Tom's presence always added quality and a greater purpose to meetings he attended. The wisdom and knowledge he has documented will serve as his legacy for a job well done.
To daughters Jean and Carol; and grandson Jack I offer my condolence.The scholarship is a good way to have him remembered.
Deborah Cioffi
September 7, 2004
Tom was an inspiration to me early in my career with his elevated position at EPRI, his drive to get correct technical answers, and his friendly humility. Although most of my contact with Tom was through project review meetings and conferences, he remained as approachable as a host at a back yard bar-b-que. My condolences to his family as they mourn his early passing. He will truly be missed.
Bill. Sanders
September 5, 2004
The loss of Tom McClosky is a loss to the entire power generation industry, and I will for one will miss him both as a considerable source of knowlege and as a friend
Henry Schreiber
September 4, 2004
Tom was always helpful to me at EPRI with sound technical advice,
good humor,and genuine kindness and understanding.I always enjoyed my contact with him. Sincere condolences to his family.
David Rasmussen
September 3, 2004
I had lost track of Tom after he left EPRI and did not know he was in poor health. He was such a dynamic person who lived and breathed turbines and EPRI for so many years. His level of knowledge and impact on the power generation market will never be replaced. My sympathies to his family and to all those who will feel the loss of a great engineer and human being. God Bless you Tom.
Lew Shuster
September 3, 2004
Tom will be known in all of our minds as a vary knowleadgable Turbine Engineer. In our hearts he'll be known for his kindness and dedication to the advancement of STG issues within the power industry. It's not simply enough to say that Tom will be missed, because there's no way that we can replace a man of his caliber.
I consider it a blessing to have known him for the last fifteen years.
Greg Kessel
September 3, 2004
Anyone who worked with Tom knew of his great knowledge and innovative nature. His suggestions were always welcome and were usually followed by many of us in the power industry. Tom was very helpful to me over the years and it has been a privaledge to have known him. Tom will be remembered by many people and his work will live on through the valuable books and papers that he authored throughout his career. My prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of one you love.
Shane Findlan
September 2, 2004
I was saddened to hear of Tom's passing. Although I did not work with him day-to-day, we discussed many issues related to steam turbine repair and I had the pleasure of working with him on some projects. Our condolences to his family.
Arthur Cohn
September 2, 2004
I am very saddened by Tom's much too early death. Tom was a leading light at EPRI. He was an engineer's engineer. He was also a pleasure to be with at the Gas Turbine Group pizza lunches at Ramona's. We will all miss him.
Seymour Alpert
September 2, 2004
I worked with Tom for a number of years at EPRI.He was an engineering talent in the classical sense and produced a solid body of work.He was smart,thorough and sensible .He touched many of us amd will be missed.
Russell Chetwynd
September 1, 2004
For those of us that call ourselves steam turbine engineers, Tom McCloskey will long be remembered for all of his hard work and innovative contributions towards a more thorough understanding of the many complex issues we face everyday. Certainly, the two volume publication "Turbine Steam Path Damage: Theory and Practice", that he coauthored while at EPRI, holds pride of place on many of our bookshelves.
More so, though, his many friends and colleagues on the ASME steam turbine committee will miss his helpful, lively and willing participation along with his kindly mentoring at our meetings, technical sessions and social events. Tom, an ASME Fellow and a former winner of the prestigious George Westinghouse Gold Medal, was a big part of the ASME Power scene for many years, among other things serving on the Executive Committee, as Chairman of the Turbine Committee and as a Steam Turbine Course Instructor.
Our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers go out to Tom's family members and his many close friends around the world.
Steve Hesler
September 1, 2004
Tom will be missed by his many colleagues in the steam turbine community. During his years at EPRI, he directed many influential projects that addressed critical industry needs. I’ll remember him as an engineer who strongly promoted research, and understood the associated risks and benefits. Through his vision and ability to get many diverse groups together in solving problems, he has truly left his mark in this industry.
George Quentin
August 31, 2004
As one of Tom's many colleagues over the years at EPRI, we valued him highly as a friend and prominent technical contributor to the world of electric power technologgy. Tom regularly attended our Friday Pizza Lunches at Ramona's with the "Gas Turbine Gang," with many happy times for all. Tom and I frequently shared the half-hour long Express Bus Rides to and from work at EPRI -- Our continuing dialogue made the trip fly by, lifted our spirit at the beginning of each day, and tempered our thoughts as evening brought it to a close. We miss Tom very much and trust his life's endeavors are well remembered by all.
Vaya con Dios, Tom.
Bruce Braga
August 31, 2004
I'm truly sorry to hear of Tom's early passing. We worked together for many years at EPRI and I admired his professional knowledge and personal humor.
Terry Rettig
August 31, 2004
Tom joined our company after his long career at EPRI where he was a world recognized expert in his field. He was a brilliant engineer who contributed enormously to the advancement of turbine technology. Even more important, Tom was a kind and caring person. It saddened us all to see his health decline. Those at Aptech are lucky to have known and worked with Tom and we will miss him. Our thoughts and sympathies to his family.
Mali Dahl
August 31, 2004
Heartfelt condolences to Tom's family and friends -- you are in my prayers now and through the tough days ahead. Aloha ke Akua
Bob Tomala
August 30, 2004
Tom's input and presence will be missed by the power industry.
Mike Pollard
August 30, 2004
Tom was my friend and I will miss him. He was an excellent engineer and person who will be sorely missed by many of us who worked with him over the years. His efforts to develop technology dealing with analysis of blade failures will be used for many years in the future.
Robert Dewey
August 30, 2004
Tom McCloskey was one of the individuals who may genuinely claim that he made a significant contribution to the industry he dedicated his professional life to. His publications will remain a legacy, and for his friends at TTI, a daily reminder of the loss his passing has brought to us. His family has much to be proud of. We express our deepest regrets.
Bob Dewey, Tony Lam, Eric Wan and Chi-an Hong
Patti McCloskey
August 26, 2004
I'll remember Tom as intelligent, sensitive, generous and caring.He leaves behind a wonderful personal legacy- Jean and Carol are two fine daughters and now baby Jack is part of Tom's heritage. In addition to this, he achieved much in the field of engineering.I believe he is at peace.
Eileen
August 26, 2004
Tom was like a crossword puzzle - Sometimes simple, sometimes complicated. Now he has all the answers that eluded him in this life.
Carol McCloskey
August 24, 2004
For my father: may he know that I was as proud of him as he was of me. And, may he find in death the peace that he sought in life.
Joe Mc Closkey
August 23, 2004
I always will remember Tom as my Big brother who led the way for me throughout my life. He helped me in many ways. He showed me how to pursue my strengths:learning German and studying Computer Technology. I love you Tom
Jean Lattie
August 23, 2004
My Dad will be missed by his family and his grandson, Jack.
Tom with his eldest daughter, Jean, 9/26/98
August 23, 2004
Ellen McCloskey
August 23, 2004
To remember the years with cousins and family gatherings. May his wisdom remain within the family memories. My wishes to Jean, Carol & Rose and to his mother with her strength and to his brothers and sister during these trying times.
Ellen McCloskey - cousin
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