Thomas J. Whelan
1923 - 2020
Thomas J. Whelan
1923 - 2020
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BORN
1923
DIED
2020
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Beloved and enchanted husband of the late Gladys (Ralph) Whelan.
Treasured father of Tom (Joyce) Whelan of NC, Terry (Sherry) Whelan of North Huntingdon, Suzy Whelan of North Versailles, Billy Whelan of East Pittsburgh and the late Timothy Whelan.
Proud grandfather of Bryan, Christopher, Jeremy (Gretchen) and Joshua (Courtney) Whelan.
Great-grandfather of Owen, Isla, Ali and Luke Whelan.
Tom was preceded in death by his brothers, William, James, John "Jack" and Robert Whelan.
Tom was a WW II Army veteran and a retired Crane Operator and Fitter for Westinghouse Electric in East Pittsburgh. He was a lifetime member of the East Pittsburgh VFW, Post 5008. Tom loved to read, have a good walk, dancing, and being with his family, especially his bride 'Glady'.
Friends are welcome on Friday from 2-8pm at Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home and Crematory Inc., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800.
Mass of Christian Burial in St. Colman Church of St. Joseph the Worker Church on Saturday at 10 a.m.
Tommy will be laid to rest with his bride, 'Glady', in St. Joseph Cemetery.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Rhonda Ralph Gora
November 7, 2020
Always remember Aunt Glady and Uncle Tommy. Many family memories from my mom & dad with them and the rest of the Ralph family. May he Rest In Peace
Maria AAABFF
October 29, 2020
To Suzy
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
James Sciulli
October 29, 2020
Uncle Tom was the life of any party and an all-around good guy. His conversations were always light-hearted and funny. He was the first one to get up and dance at a wedding or a party. He was friendly with everyone and could really turn on the Irish charm. He gave us lots of good memories.
DT
October 29, 2020
Please accept my condolences . I'm so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the word of God comfort and strengthen you. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17
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