Thomas Patrick McDERMOTT
Thomas Patrick McDERMOTT
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He is survived by his two daughters Christine LaRose and Belinda McDermott, his Grandchild Kayden LaRose, his Ex-Wife and lifelong friend Maria Edwards, his sister Kathleen Pelegrino and many Nieces and Nephews.Tom was born on February 15, 1937, in Queens, NY. where he attended Power Memorial Academy and Iona University. He raised his family on long island, NY and later moved to Cape Canaveral, FL in 2005.
He worked for General Motors and Hearst Publications. Throughout his life he enjoyed spending time with family, attending Mets baseball and Knicks basketball games and caring for his grandchild. He will be fondly remembered for his kindness and for always having
a big smile and a distinct laugh that could brighten up a room. He will be greatly missed.A mass is planned at Our Saviour's Catholic Church (5301 N. Atlantic Ave. Cocoa Beach, FL. 32931) on February 15, 2025 at 1:00PM with a celebration of Life immediately following.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Wuesthoff Brevard Hospice & Palliative Care at 8060 Spyglass Hill Rd. Melbourne, FL.32940 or St. Jude's Children Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude’s Place Memphis, TN 38105
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