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Thomas Lumley Obituary
Tom was born Nov. 23, 1931, in Dublin, Ireland, son of the late Thomas and Margaret (McDermott) Lumley. After leaving his family's farm, Tom moved to England and later Canada employed as a mechanic before making his home in Connecticut working at Carabetta Enterprises and McClinch Crane from which he retired. Tom enjoyed tinkering with anything mechanical, sharing tales over a beer with his charming brogue, classic cars, all animals, music, time spent with family, and Sunday drives and adventures with his love, Joyce Anne.
Tom is survived by his son, Erik Ingman and his partner, Chris St. Germaine who were his loving and attentive caregivers; his adoring step-daughter, Meg Sweeney; step-son, Ralph Sweeney; and grandson, Jason Tsangarides, all of Meriden; and nephews in Ireland. Tom was predeceased by his dear siblings, Luke and Maura; and the love of his life and companion of 34 years, Joyce Anne Goldberg.
His family will receive relatives and friends at the Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 N. Main St. Ext., Thursday, Oct. 5, from 10. until 11 a.m. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home at 11 a.m. Interment will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, gifts in Tom's memory may be made to the Meriden Humane Society or PETA.
His family would like to thank the staff at Hartford Hospice for their exceptional care and support.
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Lori & Ken Helmedach
April 26, 2018
I am just learning of Tom's death he was my neighbor for nearly 30 years . tom was alway there to help and always up for a good conversation. I miss him living next door. I am so sorry for your loss. they don't make people like tom he truly was a caring individual.
Ingrid Newkirk
October 12, 2017
Animals need all the understanding, kind people they can get, and we are so lucky that Tom was one. He will be sorely missed by all he helped. We send our best wishes for strength and wonderful memories to all who loved him. Ingrid Newkirk, president, PETA
Tony Logodicio
October 6, 2017
Prayers to You Tom
Tony Logodicio
October 5, 2017
Rest In Peace Tom, We had many a good time with your wit, charm, laughter & tales of your experiences.
You will sadly missed.
Now you can operate that tower crane in the sky.
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