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Thomas Lilly Obituary
August 18, 1965 ~ September 16, 2022
New Windsor, NY
Thomas Michael Lilly "Lil", of New Windsor, a NYPD Detective from 1986-2002, entered into rest on September 16, 2022. He passed from his hard fought battle due to his illness related from 9/11. The son of the late James "Chick" Lilly and Jean Gilmartin Lilly, he was born on August 18, 1965 in Elmhurst, Queens.
Thomas was a member of the Newburgh Elks, was an Eagle Scout, and dedicated a large amount of his time volunteering and coaching for the Cornwall football program. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing and spending time with his friends and loved ones.
Survivors include his brother, James Lilly (wife- Andrea); his sister Karen Moran (husband- William (Billy); nieces Theresa Lilly and Katie Moran; nephews Thomas Moran and Patrick Lilly (wife- Michelle); his Aunt Kathleen Blomberg; his loving companion Stacia VanDeree (sons Brian, Matthew and Tyler VanDeree); his German Shepherd "Lilly"; his "Brothers From Another Mother" Buddy Gannon and Ed Moran; his legal wife Justina Lilly, and nephew/son Michael Heredia.
He touched the lives of many and his friendly personality was imprinted on everyone he met. He was loved by so many and his memory will be carried on by all his loved ones. He will be greatly missed by his large extended family and friends.
Visitation will be held at Brooks Funeral Home on Wednesday, September 21 from 1 - 8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at Sacred Heart Church on Thursday, September 22 at 10 AM, followed by burial at Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor.
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AnneMarieBonti-Toomey
September 21, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
shirley hoey
September 20, 2022
So sorry to hear about Tom, He was agood neighbor,will miss him. May he rest in peace.
Robert H McGowan
September 19, 2022
Thank you for your service sir, with the utmost gratitude and respect, Robert, Carol & Liam New York City.
Patty.Lyons
September 18, 2022
To the entire Lily Family...I worked with Tom in Bx Warrants..he worked hard and played hard..one of the nicest guys...May he RIP...Patty Lyons
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