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Thomas Joseph Byrne

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Thomas Byrne Obituary

Mass of Christian Burial, 10 o'clock Thursday morning, December 27, 2007 at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church. Entombment will follow in Wake Forest Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church Building Fund, 520 W. Holding Avenue, Wake Forest, NC 27587 or to the Wake Forest Birthplace Society, P. O. Box 494, Wake Forest, NC 27588.
A Vigil service and Rosary will be held at 6 o'clock Wenesday evening, December 26, 2007 in the Chapel of Bright Funeral Home, 405 S. Main St., Wake Forest, NC 27587.
Visitation will follow the service from 7:00-9:00 p.m. (919) 556-5811
www.brightfunerals.com

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Published by The News & Observer from Dec. 24 to Dec. 26, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Byrne

23 Entries

David Secor

December 29, 2007

I have always considered myself fortunate to have known the entire Byrne family, having grown up close to Wake Forest and been a member of St. Catherine. After moving away, whenever I returned to St. Catherine Mr. Byrne always greeted me with a warm handshake, a pat on the shoulder and a genuine interest in how my family was. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Diana DiPietro

December 28, 2007

I only met Tommy on one occation at his home with Eileen Smith. He was so gracious and warming to let me in as he did not know me at all. I admire that in a person. He was special.

Diana DiPietro

Tammy Robbins

December 27, 2007

Since the first day Tommy walked in my store, I felt how special it was to know him and to have him know me! Tommy could brighten a dark room and leave that feeling long after he left. I have never met anyone like Tommy before, and he will always be in my heart

Carolyn Phillips Spears

December 26, 2007

Our family is thinking of you and praying for you during this time of loss and remembrance. Lots of Love to all of you. Kathryn Phillips family.

Tony Andruzzi

December 26, 2007

As a fan of the Brooklyn Dodgers, I was supposed to Hate the Yankees. All of my family & friends loved Tommy Byrne because he was not a Prima Donna, & one of the best all round players on the NY Yankees. We had the pleasure of meeting Tommy & Sue at the Cathedral in Raleigh on Church business, & couldn't resist talking Baseball. Condolences & Blessings to the "Byrne" family.

BETTY JOHNSON

December 26, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Alex Cosmidis

December 26, 2007

a fond farewell to a special man who was a credit to our great game of baseball. Condolences to his family. Alex Cosmidis, Chicago White Sox

Kelly Roberts

December 26, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sammy and Kelly Roberts,
Hayden and Hadley Brynne

Charles & Martha Moore

December 26, 2007

Mayor&Mrs.John Byrne Family,our thoughts and prayers are with you during the loss of the patriarch of your family.

WILLIAM FINCH

December 26, 2007

A GREAT BALL PLAYER THAT PLAYED BALL AT A TIME WHEN MONEY WAS NOT THE DRIVING FORCE.
I AM A FRIEND OF JAMES DAVID HALL A BUDDIE OF TOMMY JR.

December 25, 2007

MERRY CHRISTMAS TOMMY. WE PRAYED FOR YOU TODAY. HOPED YOU DID THE SAME FOR US AS YOU ALWAYS REMEMBERED MY FAMILY DURING GRACE.
I appriciated that so much always.

Glenda Grant

December 25, 2007

I feel so blessed to have been able to have played a small role in the last few weeks of your father's life. I shall never forget any of you and especially, you, Susan. My thoughts and prayers go with you as you travel this difficult road ahead. I know your father's spirit will live on in your hearts and you will always cherish those special gifts of the times shared together. Each life is made up of threads woven by the people who pass thru that life. The thread that "Mr. Tommy" left in mine is one of quiet courage, kindness, and grace.

Doug Dickens

December 25, 2007

I knew your father through my dad, Irv Dickens, who played baseball with Tommy at Wake Forest. I always enjoyed seeing him at the Wilson Hot Stove League each year and my daughter, Marianne, always loved to hear him talk about his playing days at Wake with her granddaddy. Tommy would always give her a big hug and a kiss on the cheek. We now know that there is baseball in heaven, and that they are busy working out the details for an old timers' game with all the former Deacs that have gone before them. Please know that our sympathy and prayers are with your family during this time, and that we also rejoice as we think of the fond memories we have of Tommy and our dad and granddaddy.

Bob Ibach

December 24, 2007

To the Byrne family from a former Bronx kid who later made it to the majors with the Chicago Cubs as a front office executive. Your father Tommy was a pleasure to watch play and an inspiration to lots of kids in the 50s who said "pitchers could also hit." May he rest in peace. Thanks for passing through this life and leaving a lasting impression and some fond memories.

Mike Dugan

December 24, 2007

Major League Baseball has lost one of its dearest brothers.

May God bless the Byrne Family in the days ahead.

Tom Cacy

December 24, 2007

Thanks Tommy - you have touched so many people over the years - prayers for the family of a great player.

Just a devoted Yankee fan...

ronnie young

December 24, 2007

Sorry to hear of your loss, it is hard to lose a close relative at any time, especially Christmas.

Christa Brians

December 23, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Kelly Baxter

December 23, 2007

I have had the pleasure of being on the Raleigh Hot Stove Board with Mr. Tommy for 10 years. He was a special person. I will miss seeing him at our meetings. I am sorry for your loss.

John Nix

December 23, 2007

Tommy, John, Charles & Susan, so sorry about ya'lls Dad...I know he loved life and I sure enjoyed meeting him at the 50th birthday party. Didn't know Ms. Sue had passed away but am thankful that ya'lls parent has over 60 yrs together. A wonderful testimony to marriage, family, and a wonderful life. My folks are doing well, Dad is almost 90 and Mom, well, she is not as old as Dad. (smiles). I wish ya'll the strength, courage, and faith as you move through this difficult time. Think about all of you often.

Drina C Hedgpeth

December 22, 2007

As a Wake Forest graduate (1961), I have always been proud that Tommy Bryne was a fellow Deacon. I heard him speak on the old campus several years ago and what a thrill. Thinking of your family as you face the loss of a special member.

Eileen & Rich Smith

December 22, 2007

We are so sad to lose our good friend and neighbor. I feel so blessed that we had such great neighbors here in Wake Forest. Mary Sue and Tommy welcomed us and our friendship will always be special to us. We will miss my friend.
....I'll be seeing you in all the old familiar places that my heart embraces.... He always enjoyed a sing along.
To all the Byrne Family we send our sincere sympathy on the loss of your Dad and Grand Father. He sure
was a special guy and our prayers and thoughts are with you.
To Donna we know just what a great job you did in caring for "Our Guy" and God will bless you. Our thoughts are prayers are with you too. Irish eyes are smiling down on us today.
Sleep in Heavenly Peace My Friend.
Happy Birthday too.

Louis Alexander Jr

December 22, 2007

"Little Tommy", Uncle John, Susan & Charles. I have been and will continue to pray for your family in the loss of your father and friend "Big Tommy" I was truly honored to have met and "sung" with him and to have known MaMa Sue.
May God give you peace knowing that all is well and there is no longer any suffering.
In His Shadow,Louis & Jackie

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