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Thomas Cheevers Obituary
Thomas Cheevers, 87, died Sunday November 1, 2015 at the NYS Vets Home. He is survived by his children, Michiel and Robert Cole, Thomas and Lisa Cheevers, Mary Charney, Patrick and Sheila Cheevers, Mercedes and Mark Smith, Maureen and Russ Guzewicz, Bernadette and Bob Cronin, Kathleen and Brian Evans, Ellen and David Niefer; eighteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Tom was a member of St. Patrick's Church, Binghamton. He proudly served in the US Navy during World War II on the USS Seneca. He graduated from NYU in 1956. He was a retired Engineer from IBM, and a member of the quarter century club. He was a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, Knights of Columbus, and the American Legion Post 80. He helped coach many years of football for Seton Catholic Central. He was a devoted and loving father and grandfather. His favorite pastimes were Notre Dame Football, singing and more football. The family would like to thank the exceptional love and care given to him at the NYS Veterans Home. A Funeral Mass will be offered at St Patrick's Church, 9 Leroy St. Binghamton, Saturday, at 10 am. The family will receive friends at the Allen Memorial Home, 511-513 East Main Street, Endicott, Friday 4-7pm. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Expressions of sympathy in memory of Tom may be made to the NY Veterans Home, 4207 State Hwy-220, Oxford NY 13830.
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Richard McCoy
April 13, 2024
April 13, 2024 ... it's been 17 years since my dad (Clarence 'Buster' 'Mac' McCoy) died. He & Tom were good friends at IBM, working in the same cubicle, going to lunch, and sometimes golfing together. I went with them occasionally. Tom wasn't a very good golfer, but he sure did illicit a lot of laughs! A very funny, jovial guy, I can still see his smiling face even after all these years. I was sitting in our living room here in Tennessee reminiscing about my dad, and it came to me, "I wonder if his good friend Tom is still alive?" Now I know. They've both entered eternity and most likely have met up again!
~ Richard 'Mac' McCoy
Matt Tabeek
May 20, 2016
Rest in peace, Coach Cheevers. Thanks for always believing in me.
Rick Cargill
November 10, 2015
Tom & family. My deepest sympathy to you all for the loss of your dad. I know how had it can be at a time like this. Your all in our prayers. Rick Cargill, Endwell, NY
Karen Mikolasko
November 8, 2015
My deepest sympathies to all the Cheevers Clan. Having known your entire family for those short years on Johnson Ave I felt so blessed to have known each and every one of your family. Your dad was always friendly, cheerful and giving of his time and self. How each of you has grown to be a spectacular adult lends credence to his faith and kind personality. To this day I feel blessed to have been neighbors with you all. Will keep your dad, and all of you, in my prayers.
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November 8, 2015
Tom and Lisa, and the Cheevers family, I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob and Lisa Stokem
Robert Cole
November 6, 2015
Warm Summer Sun
Warm summer sun,
Shine kindly here,
Warm southern wind,
Blow softly here.
Green sod above,
Lie light, lie light.
Good night, dear heart,
Good night, good night.
By Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemens)
The Poetry Foundation
Fr. Tom Ryan
November 6, 2015
To the Cheevers Family,
Condolences and prayers at the loss of your Dad. He was a man certainly devoted to God, his family, and his community. May he rest in peace.
Jim Smith
November 6, 2015
Pat,
Sorry to hear about your dad passing on. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Sheila.
George Griffith
November 5, 2015
Dear Cheevers family - I am deeply saddened by the loss of Tom. I had many conversations with him while I was in NY visiting my mom (Marigrace - his neighbor). Please rest assured he will be kept in our prayers. God Bless you all in this time of great sadness. Rest in Peace Tom. ~!~gg (george griffith, Austin, Texas)
Maria Foy-Maddison
November 5, 2015
To the entire Cheever's Clan...I have so many fond memories of my younger days in the Cheever's household that include your dad. He always was so welcoming and had a way about him that didn't make you want to leave. So sometimes I didn't for days... ODC treated me like one of his own and I will forever remember his kind and loving nature. May his never-ending smile and the sound of his laughter remain in your hearts. My love and prayers are with you all. xxoo
Sarah Foy Cronin
November 5, 2015
I'm sorry for your loss. Your father was a great man who was very kind and always had a smile on his face. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Libby
November 5, 2015
Growing up with all the Cheevers, I was lucky enough to know and love Old Dad Cheevers. He was a kind, gentle and lovely man and made us laugh-all the time! I am thinking of you all and will never forget your Dad. xx
marigrace griffith
November 5, 2015
Dear KK, Sara, and Brian;
just a note to tell you that my family and I send our deepest sympathy. God Bless you all, you and your Dad will always be in our prayers.
Love, Marigrace
Jeff Palmer
November 5, 2015
Prayers go out to you and your family. Rest in peace Coach
Eileen Mahar-Mallon
November 5, 2015
A Kinder Man Could Not Be Found. Rest now Mr. C.
My condolences to all the Cheever's
Carol Connors
November 5, 2015
God Bless you - Rest In Peace -
Pat Harding
November 5, 2015
Tom will be missed more than I can say. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Catherine & Jack Brozaitis
November 5, 2015
Bernadette & all the Cheevers family,
So sorry for the loss of you father. He was such a kind and happy person. Please know you are all in our prayers.
Dennis Gallagher
November 5, 2015
Dear Cheevers family-
What a wonderful man your dad was and will always be remembered as always smiling! We loved him at SCC as our coach and friend. I'm sure he is in God's presence and at peace.
May God bless you all always-
Sincerely,
Dennis Gallagher
Colleen Labosky
November 5, 2015
Mercedes, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and all of your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joe & Gail Federowicz
November 5, 2015
Our prayers go out to the entire family. Our deepest condolences.
November 5, 2015
Thank you for your service to our Nation. Rest Easy, Shipmate. We have the Watch.
November 5, 2015
My JV Football Coach at SCC. A great guy.
Ruth Ferron
November 4, 2015
For the entire Cheevers' Family, thoughts and prayers are with you. Loved your Father. Love and God Bless, Ruth (Butler) Ferron
Marty Charney
November 4, 2015
I was privileged to have been taken in as a son-in-law, (now ex son-in-law) and still called him "DAD" until the end.
Laura Janca
November 4, 2015
Prayers to my friend Mary and her family. She spoke of her father often so I'm sure this is a great loss to her. I hope the family is comforted in knowing he is with the Lord and will be reunited with him for eternity.
November 4, 2015
Michele, so sorry for your loss. Tim
November 4, 2015
KK and Family, I was deeply sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I was planning on going up to pay him a visit this week. Tom was a sweet man and my neighbor for a few years. He always loved it when I would cook and take him things for dinner. He looked forward to me coming over to plant flowers for him. Tom, R.I.P. my friend.
Love, Joyce Brooks, Binghamton, NY
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