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Thomas Inman Obituary

INMAN - Thomas M., 69, of North Babylon, on April 12th, 2020 . Tom passed away, in his home, after a brave 2 year battle with 9-11 Related Lung Cancer. Tom is survived by his devoted & beloved wife and best friend of 50 years, Diane.Cherished son of Jean. Fond brother of Kevin (Tricia), Christopher (Elaine) and the late Jeanne Foote. Tom also leaves behind 9 nieces and nephews, 10 great nieces and nephews and 3 great great nieces and nephew. As well as many family members, friends and colleagues. Tom had served his country and fellow man since the age of 17. Tom was an Army Veteran of the Vietnam war and served as a 32 year decorated Member of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Police Department, earning the rank of Detective. Tom was a 9-11 first responder and was there when the towers fell. Prior to Tom's retirement from the PAPD in 2003, Tom spent 15 months at Ground Zero and the morgue helping to try to give families closure in the face of such tragedy. Tom was laid to rest at Calverton National Cemetery on April 16th. A memorial service and celebration of his life will take place at a future date.

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Published by Newsday on Apr. 19, 2020.

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April 24, 2020

May the God of all comfort bless your family during this time of sorrow

Rosemarie Franciscovich

April 23, 2020

Mr. Inman you will always be that to us, even though you and Mrs. Inman would always say call us Tom & Diane. When I think back to when we moved in next door to you, I was in junior high and I can always remember even though you were our neighbors you guys were more like family, invited to all the family parties. I especially remember the Sunday mornings with Mr. Panetta, you and daddy having demi tasse and just the guys hanging out. Thank you for being such a good friend to my dad. But my most special memories that we will always be grateful for is how you were always there to take care of Mommy & Franca with either fixing something that wasn't working in the house, running the snowblower to clear the driveway and sidewalk, opening up the sprinkler system, putting down the fertilizer and there's probably SO MANY more things I didn't even know about. We are so sorry for all your pain and suffering you endured after being such a hero during 9-11. It's our turn now to help look after Mrs. Inman for you.
We will always be grateful, and will always miss you.
Rosemarie, Tommy & Emily

Lou Bachy

April 20, 2020

Tommy was my best friend. I miss him and will always cherish the times we had together. Tommy was always there if I needed some help. You were and always will be there for me forever and ever. I miss you Tommy. God speed Tommy. You might be gone but you will never be forgotten.I love you Tommy. Louie

April 20, 2020

Tom was our cherished friend for most of our lives and we will miss him every day. We love you Tom.
Madeline and Lou

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