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Thomas McAneney Obituary
Chapel Hill
Thomas Joseph McAneney, Sr passed away on September 20, 2011 at UNC Cancer Hospital after a battle with leukemia. Tom, a native Philadelphian, was born to Thomas and Catherine McAneney, Irish immigrants, on May 23, 1928, the oldest of five boys. He was a proud alumus of LaSalle College High School and LaSalle University. He served his country in Korea in the U.S. Army. In 1951 he married the love of his life, spark of his soul, Marilyn Brennan. They raised four children. Tom worked for Reynolds Metals Company for 42 years which took him to Charlotte NC and then Cherry Hill, NJ. He and Marilyn retired in 1997 to Governors Club in Chapel Hill NC.
He is survived by Marilyn, his devoted wife of 60 years; four children, Maureen McAneney of Cherry Hill, NJ, Constance McAneney MD of Cincinnati, Ohio, Thomas and Debora (Tiberino) McAneney of Cherry Hill, NJ, Vincent and Christine(Jacko) McAneney of Cinnaminson, NJ: five grandchildren, Conor, Nicholas, Amanda, Nicole and Allison; three brothers, Vincent and Holly McAneney of Cherry Hill, NJ, Bernard McAneney of Hornell NY and John and Shelia McAneney of Holland, PA; 18 nieces and nephews; an uncle, Bernard and Eileen Campbell of Rathcoffey, Ireland and multitudes of cousins and friends.
Tom's life was filled with joy. He lit up every room he entered and was loved by everyone he met. He was the ultimate husband, father, brother, son, grandfather, and friend.
There will be a visitation with the family at Walker's Funeral Home of Chapel Hill on Friday September 23, 2011 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (919-942-3861).
The Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at the Newman Catholic Student Center, 218 Pittsboro St, Chapel Hill NC on Saturday, September 24, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Cheltenham, PA.
Donations can be made in Tom's name to LaSalle College High School, Development Office, 8605 Cheltenham Ave, Wyndmoor, PA 19038
Online tributes can be posted at www.walkersfuneralservice.com
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Michael Fleming
October 3, 2011
Marilyn, I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Tom was a wonderful man. He always made me feel special. Never did he confuse me with my brothers. He always knew who I was and that always meant the world to me. Always know that the Fleming family is here for you if you ever need us.
October 2, 2011
To Marilyn and family- So sorry to hear about your loss. I have very nice memories of sharing times in Cherry Hill and the Governers' Club. Marilyn and Tom were very special people. All will be in my prayers.
Jane Oyer
October 2, 2011
McAneney family - So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Many memories of growing up on Blairmore Drive and Robinhood Road in Charlotte. Thoughts and prayers for you all.
Karen Eichorn Sullivan
Dorothy Gillon
October 2, 2011
The beautiful memory of Tom will live in the hearts of all who have ever met him! He was a wonderful loving man who knew how to make everyone feel loved! All my love and sympathy in this time of loss.
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Irish Eyes a Smilin"
Dorothy Gillon
October 2, 2011
Cousins
Dorothy Gillon
October 2, 2011
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October 2, 2011
Kellie Fleming
September 29, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
September 29, 2011
May you find comfort in Jehova God, the "Hearer of prayer", during this difficult time.
Michael Gillon
September 28, 2011
So Sorry to hear the loss of such a great man. My prayers are with the family and all of those that knew Tom McAneney!!!
Kay Kane
September 28, 2011
Marilyn, So very sorry for the loss of Tom. I remember him as far back as LF grammar school in Mt. Airy. Always such a warm friendly guy with a huge smile on his face. God bless you and your family. Kay Pitcher Kane
September 27, 2011
Dear Maureen and Family:
Please except our deepest sympathy on the loss of Tom. Great Couple, always so happy and friendly. Always so nice to see you and Tom at Jack Kellmers in Cherry Hill. Stay well Love,Dolly and Joe Panchella, Voorhees, N.J. 08043.
September 23, 2011
Dear Tom, Deb and Conor:
So sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Lisa D'Urso, Brooklyn, NY
Eleanoir MacDonald
September 23, 2011
Tom so sorry for your loss, we shared many happy times with your Mom and Dad he will be surely missed.
September 22, 2011
Marilyn, we are so sorry for your loss of Tom. He was the same friendly, reliable, likeable person since 1942 when we started school together. Our hurt cannot be anywhere like yours, but it is there. Our prayers go out to you and your family, and for Tom. Charlie and Kathy Heil
September 22, 2011
Tom,
Sorry to hear about your father, our prayers are with you and your family.
Joe & Cathy McKeaney
John Tomosky
September 22, 2011
Please accept our heart felt condolences on your recent loss.John and Marion Tomosky, Philadelphia Pa.
Ned McDermott
September 22, 2011
Dear Marilyn and family,
This morning I read with great sadness
that our classmate, Tom, has passed away. My deepest sympathy is extended to all of you.
Fondly,
E.H. "Ned" McDermott
Class of 1946
LaSalle College High School
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