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Thomas Wall Obituary
He was born in his family's farm house, Sept. 21, 1925, a son of the late Thomas J. and Catherine (McNabola) Wall. He had been a lifelong Wallingford resident. Thomas was the proprietor of the Erin Isle Dairy Farm in Wallingford, established in 1916, and a parishioner of the Church of the Resurrection. Tom achieved the award of Outstanding Young Farmer by the Junior Chamber of Commerce in 1955 and 1956. Active in politics at the local, state and national level, Tom served the Town of Wallingford as elected selectman in 1946, and later was elected to the Town Council in 1964, and served 18 years. He was appointed Chairman from 1970 to 1974. He was a member of the Democratic Town Committee for many years and was a past Mayoral candidate. He along with local farmers and neighbors in the North Farms Area helped establish the North Farms Volunteer F. D. in 1946, where he was an honorary member. His dedication to farming led him to serve on the New Building Committee and the expansion committee for the Lyman Hall High School Vo-Ag Program and was a member of the Holstein-Friesian Association of America. Tom also worked in real estate, owning Thomas J. Wall Associates and later with Jay Realty Inc. and also help found the Holy Trinity School P.T.A. In 2005, Tom was honored by the Wallingford Education Foundation as a Distinguished Alumni.
He is survived by his daughter, Kathryn J. Wall, of Wallingford; his four sons, Thomas M. Wall Jr., and his wife, Joan, of Wallingford, Terrance J. Wall and his wife, Kimberly, of Durham, Timothy S. Wall, and Michael E. Wall and Megan McCloskey, all of Wallingford; his five grandchildren, Kevin Wall, Kiara Megan Storm and her husband, Justin, Kaylene Wall, Matthew Wall III and Ryan Wall; his sister, May Skinnon; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son, Patrick M. Wall; his brother, John J. Wall; and his sister, Helen Theis.
His family will receive relatives and friends in The Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 N. Main St., Ext., Wallingford, Friday, Feb. 6, from 4 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Feb. 7, at 9 a.m. from The Wallingford Funeral Home, when the funeral cortege will proceed to the Church of the Resurrection where a Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Interment will be in St. John Cemetery in Wallingford. In lieu of flowers gifts in his memory may be sent to Holy Trinity School, 11 N. Whittlesey Ave., Wallingford, CT 06492, or North Farms Volunteer Fire Department, 636 Barnes Road, Wallingford, CT 06492.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Wall
MICHAEL T GROVES
January 26, 2022
I woke this morning with a dream that was about the farm while working there in my high school days. Then to open the computer to find the remembrance. The dream was about the daily chores many of us did to run that farm. To be a part of something bigger than yourself was always present. The life skills that I learned from Tom have stayed with me and guided me through life. Over the years Tom and the Wall Family has opened the door to many and offered help along the way to many folks. Their generosity to help others came from their love of community. Never a bad word about anyone, always something good said. A Legacy that will go on into perpetuity. The Wall Family with all the members continues to make the world a better place. Tom "Rest in Peace, Job Well Done"
Brian Hax
January 26, 2021
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Mark P. DeAngelis
March 23, 2015
To the entire Wall family:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on your loss about which I just read. May he rest in peace. God's peace be with you in the coming days. I join numerous individuals in thanking him for his significant and lasting contributions to Wallingford, CT.
I knew many members of the Wall family through Most Holy Trinity Church and School. His late son, Patrick, was my classmate and friend at Most Holy Trinity School and Lyman Hall High School.
Sincerely,
Mr. Mark P. DeAngelis
February 16, 2015
Our deepest sympathy Tom was a great person. Always asked me about Eric's cows when he came to the office. He truly loved farming.
Louise, Fred, and Eric Becker
February 13, 2015
Deepest sympathy to the Wall Family. God made a truly wonderful man who was a husband, father, farmer, and public servant. Rest in peace Tom and Helen.
Rose Gaudio Lamy Family
State Retiree/Connecticut Ambassador
Peter Meehan
February 9, 2015
On behalf of the Meehan Family I send deepest condolences. Mr. Wall was a true gentleman who served his community with honor and distinction. RIP.
John + Sherry Perkowski
February 9, 2015
To Terry and family, your father was the true meaning of a friend that was there when you needed him and he passed that on to you and the rest of your family, may he rest in peace.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your brothers and sister
Michael Groves
February 8, 2015
To all of the Family I wish I could have been there to celebrate your fathers life. He gave us all who he touched a feeling we all can make a difference and showed us though his own life. Your dad was a true leader. He will be missed by so many. My deepest sympathy to all of you
February 8, 2015
I have to say it will always be in my fond memories all the days I worked on your farm ,I gave you 5 years of my life and you gave me more than I can ever thank you for. You will always be in my heart and I know the wind will be at your back and the light be in you face. You saw the good in people may God be with you.Mike Groves
Ted & Corrine Schroll
February 8, 2015
Tim and Family,
We are sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Bob and Ann Marie Bonvini
February 8, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Tom. Please accept our sincere sympathy for your loss. You all have so much to be proud of as your Dad was truly a leader.
Jerry & Doreen Getman
February 7, 2015
Many thoughts and prayers are with your entire family on these very difficult times.
Peace for your future days.
February 6, 2015
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Mike and Ann Votto
Lisa Sacco
February 6, 2015
I remember Mr. Wall plowing the fields behind our house as well as running for office. Our deepest condolences to the Wall family. Lisa & Nick Tester
Sharon Barile Thompson
February 6, 2015
To the Wall Family...I was saddened to hear of the loss of your father. I hope you all remember the laughter and the good times, of which there were many. My thoughts and well-wishes are with you.
Lisa Koski
February 6, 2015
Tim, Katie and family please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
George Thurrott
February 6, 2015
Deepest condolences to the Wall family on the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers go out to you in your time of sorrow.
Bruce and Donna Batchelder
February 6, 2015
To the Wall family
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your father and grandfather
Jack McElfish
February 6, 2015
Mr. Wall was a great man and a true supporter of me and my family in the 10 years I served as Fire Chief in the Town of Wallingford. Prayers go out to the entire Wall family on your loss. God bless.
Flo Condon
February 5, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Wall family. Your dad was a good man. So sorry for your loss
February 5, 2015
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Sorry we are not able to attend the services. Alden & Marissa Page
Patricia McPherson
February 5, 2015
Deeply saddened by the news of your Dad's passing. Our thoughts are with you all.
The Farrell Family
February 5, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Charlotte and Gerald Kavanaugh
Marguerite Phillips
February 5, 2015
Kate and family I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. He sounds like an amazing man. Just know I am thinking of you and praying for you at this time.
Bette Ann Calatayud
February 5, 2015
My condolences to the Wall family in particular Timmy, Terry and Kim who have been like family to me and have helped me and my family through very difficult times. Know Pops is in a better place and at peace. Love to all of you, Bette Ann Calatayud
Floyd Hall
February 5, 2015
Our condolences to all of your family. I am sorry we will be able to attend the wake. Floyd and Catherine
Joe & Lois Greenbacker
February 5, 2015
Terry,Kim and the whole Wall family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. The Greenbacker Family
Joe and Betty Lou Barile
February 5, 2015
Tom, Tim, Katie, Terry, Mike. We are deeply saddened by the news of your Dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Clark Doehr Sr
February 4, 2015
To the Wall family my thoughts and prayers are with you on the passing of your dad.
Todd Cassella
February 4, 2015
To all the Wall family, our hearts go out to everyone of you. May God bless you all in the difficult time. We will say a prayer for you Dad.
The Cassella Family
Colleen Yoder
February 4, 2015
Katie, Tommy, Terry, Timmy and Mike and families, We are very sorry for the loss of 'Uncle Tuck" . We will always remember his twinkling eyes, smile and generous heart.
Love Colleen, Tom, Aidan and Marlee Yoder (Hax)
Ray Gomes
February 4, 2015
Dear Tom, Jr.and family
I am so sorry to hear of your dads passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. It's hard to replace people as dedicated to the community as he was but his legacy is the family he leaves behind. God bless you all.
Walter Polnar
February 4, 2015
Tim, Katie, Terry & Mike, my very deepest condolences. For years your Dad was a pillar in the Wallingford community. My prayers are with you.
Rod & Donna Wood
February 4, 2015
Katie, our thoughts and prayers for you and your brothers at such a difficult time. Your Dad was an amazing man and he will be deeply missed.
Joe Doll and family
February 4, 2015
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kim Garvis
February 4, 2015
Dear Kate and Brothers:
I'm very sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. May memories of good times spent together through the years bring you some comfort and peace. Your Dad must have been a very special guy because you all took such good care of him over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
James Vincent
February 3, 2015
To Tim and the Wall family, please accept sincere my condolences in your loss.
Janet Ciszek
February 3, 2015
With deepest sympathies in the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this sad time.
Juliet Benjamin
February 3, 2015
Kate & Family, My deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your Dad. He sounds like he was a very special person with a zest for life and concern for others. You are in my prayers at this very sad time.
Mary Mushinsky
February 3, 2015
Although a busy, hard-working man, Tom always had time to help his community and improve it for future generations.
Jim DiCarlo
February 3, 2015
Tim and family my sincere condolences.
Aili McKeen
February 3, 2015
My sincere condolences to Katie and the Wall family. Tom was a great man, with great wisdom and a keen sense of humor.
Sandi Wieleba
February 3, 2015
Kate,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
East Hampton Town Clerk's Office
Kathy Kuhn-Sanderson
February 3, 2015
To the entire Wall family. Our love and prayers are with you all. We are so very blessed to have known such a great man. I can't tell you the amount of love and respect we have for Mr. Wall, Mrs. Wall and all of you. Together, they built an empire in their family. Something no one can ever take away. That speaks volumes!!! He will be greatly missed. I can hear him now saying " Hello my love". Be proud, be very proud for you all have something that most folks only dream about. Hold your heads high and fill your hearts with all the love and pride he had for each and every one of you. He was a great man, great husband, great father and a great friend. Although he is not on this earth for us to talk with, hug and kiss, he is still very much with us and I believe he will let that be known. We all will truly miss him. He is truly my little leprechaun . With heavy hearts and great love, Kathy, David, Rebecca and Jacob Sanderson
Roger A Appell
February 3, 2015
Our prayers and thoughts go out to the entire Wall family. Tom was one of the most thoughtful persons I ever met. The world has lost a great man. Our memories will always be with us. May God Bless you all and comfort you.
February 3, 2015
Kate (and family)
May you find comfort and peace in the fond memories of your dad. Please accept our sincere condolences and prayers.
Your friends at Branford Town Clerks office
Nancy Tracanna
February 3, 2015
Tim and family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. It's at times like this that you can and should lean on your friends and family for support.
Katie Brosnan
February 3, 2015
Kate,
May your hearts be filled with memories of wonderful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
February 3, 2015
Kate,Terry,Tom,Mike,and Tim. Our deepest condolences on the passing of "Uncle Tuck". Brian,Mary,Garrett and Tatum Hax.
Mary lou Foran
February 3, 2015
Kate and family, please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. Keeping you all in my prayers.
John Sullivan
February 3, 2015
Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your father and grandfather. The residents of Wallingford owe Tom Wall a debt of gratitude for shaping our town in the many public positions he held. Tom was a leader and loved his town very much. His presence will be deeply missed, but his legacy will always live on.
Scott Emmons
February 3, 2015
To the Wall Family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Mr. Wall was a great man and family man. He gave me and many others our first jobs. He was a great leader.. Sorry for your loss..
Scotty
February 2, 2015
My depst sympathy A very great man and friend . Don Marsh
February 2, 2015
Tim & Family: Thoughts and prayers with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jerry & Ruth (Augur) Adinolfi
Sandy Schwink
February 2, 2015
Katie, Tim & Family, My deepest sympathy in the loss of your Dad.
Brook Goskowski
February 2, 2015
He always made me smile.
Ron & Judie Drapeau
February 2, 2015
Tim and Family. We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Ron, Judie, Wayne, Chris and Lori Drapeau.
John & Lois Raccio
February 2, 2015
Very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. We will miss seeing him working the fields on his tractor. He was a good neighbor and family man. He will be missed by all. May he Rest in peace.
Betsy Greenbacker DuBois
February 2, 2015
To the Wall Family
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. He was a good man and friend of my family for many many years.
Nancy Whitney-Freebern
February 2, 2015
Kath & family....sorry for your loss. Your dad will long be remembered for so many things.
Kevin & Marie Pratt
February 2, 2015
Wall Family
Sorry to hear of your dads passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Joe and Lisa Florentino
February 2, 2015
Tim,
Sorry to hear about your father. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joelle Fishkin
February 2, 2015
Dear Tim,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You spoke so often of him over the past ten years of our acquaintance that I know how big a part of your life he was and how much you admired him. But as you say, he's now gone on to be with your mother and I hope that thought brings you and your family much solace and peace in the sadness of the days ahead.
Dean McMorran Jr
February 2, 2015
Tim and family,
Sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ken & Gerrie Richards
February 2, 2015
Tim and family,
May GOD comfort you in this time of loss.
Chris Christopoulos
February 2, 2015
Katy, Terry, Tim, and Michael - My thoughts are with you all in your time of loss. I remember how strong a person your father was and am sorry to hear of his passing.
Fr. Gary Simeone
February 2, 2015
Dear Timmy and Family:
I just wanted to extend my sincere sympathies on the passing of your father. Please know that he will be remembered in our prayers and Masses. May the Lord give you all His strength and peace during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Father Gary Simeone
Saint Gregory the Great Church
Bristol, Ct.
Noreen Wilcox-Michener
February 2, 2015
Katie & Family,
Sorry to read of your Dad's passing. My thoughts are with you all at this time.
Marty Rigoulot
February 2, 2015
RIP Tom thanks for all your service you will be missed
February 1, 2015
To the Wall family sending our deepest condolences and prayers on the passing of your dad you are all in our thoughts
With all our prayers
Gary,Heidi,Ben Baker
jeff rynaski
February 1, 2015
Tim and family
Sorry to hear of your father's passing. ...may your faith and family be your strength during this difficult time
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