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Thomas McVeigh Obituary

Thomas "Tom" McVeigh Born January 2, 1933 in County Leitrim, Ireland, immigrated to San Francisco in 1957 where he lived for 40 years before moving to San Mateo, passed away after a long battle of illness on Saturday, December 1, 2007 at age 74. Beloved husband to Mary McVeigh. Devoted and loving father to Catherine Dwyer (Gene), Teresa Dorgan (Dermot), Monica Lynch (Jason) and Michael McVeigh (Ailish). Proud grandfather to Natalie, Ryan, Sean, Ava, Connor and Aidan. Son of the late Patrick and Catherine McVeigh. Brother to Edward McVeigh and the late James, John, Peter and Jerry McVeigh and sister Mary Dullea. Also survived by many nieces and nephews in the United States and England. Tom was a member of Union Local 261, a longterm employee of Lowrie Paving Co. & Annuzi Construction, and a member of the United Irish Cultural Center. A special thank you to the staff of St. Francis Convalescent Hospital in Daly City, and Dr. Frank Tortorice who provided wonderful healthcare to Tom during his final months of illness. Friends and family are invited to attend the Viewing on Thursday, 2-5pm, at DUGGAN'S SERRA MORTUARY, 500 Westlake Ave., Daly City. Followed by continued Visitation at 6:30pm at Church of the Epiphany (Vienna St. and Amazon Ave., SF) with the Vigil Service at 7:30pm. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, 1pm at Church of the Epiphany. Committal Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Dec. 5 to Dec. 6, 2007.

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Billy Cooper

December 10, 2007

Cathy informed me of Toms passing. Please except my deepest sympathy.
Even though it has been over twenty years since I last saw Tom, I will always remember how Tom always made me feel very welcome in his home.
I am sure that he will be sadly missed by many.

Patrick Dullea

December 7, 2007

Sorry and saddened to hear of Tom's passing. Tom was of distinguished person and personality. My condolence to the McVeigh family.

Declan Culliney

December 7, 2007

To A Very Special Grand Uncle .
I Feel Priveledged To Of Met , The craic was great , at all times.
Sadly Missed
Will Never Be Forgoten
Love Always

Jennifer and Tyler Pauly

December 7, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Michele Thomas

December 6, 2007

Teri and Dermot,

Patrick told me of your dad's passing. You are in my prayers!

Ken & Pam Davis

December 6, 2007

Dear Teri, Mary and family,

Our thoughts are with you through this difficult time. We hope your memories will keep your Dad alive in your hearts for the rest of your lives.

SEAN DWYER

December 6, 2007

TO MARY AND FAMILY


SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF TOM



FOR TOM

ILE MISS U FROM YOUR KITCHEN CHAIR YOUR LOVEING SMILE AND YOUR BRANDY THERE YOUR VACANT PLACE NO ONE CAN FILL.ILE MISS U TOM AND ALWAYS WILL.


REST IN PEACE

Ann-Marie,Cathyrn,Andrew,Edward,Pamela Mcveigh

December 6, 2007

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Eddie,Barbara Mcveigh

December 6, 2007

Dear Mary,Cathy,Terri,Monica,Mike
are thoughts and prayers are with you all, at this sad time

EDDIE McVEIGH

December 6, 2007

Brother's share a special bond,
like blood, brotherhood,
It's thicker than water,
friends may come and go,
and relationships may drift apart,
but brothers are forever.
Though the sun may rise in the east,
and set in the west
we will still be brothers.
What god has ordained,
no man can change,
BROTHERS ARE FOREVER...
Good Night and God Bless you

Danny McElligott

December 6, 2007

Dear Mary, Cathy, Terrie & Mikie.
Tom endured a long, hard battle, That is no surprise, for Tom was one of the toughest and at the same time, a most gentle person.
Good-bye old friend.

Angele and George Nagy

December 6, 2007

Dear Mary, Cathy, Teri, Monica, Mikey, Gene, Dermot, Jason, Ailish, and kids,

We're so sorry to hear about Tom's passing.

It's oftentimes hard to know what to say at a time like this that may bring you some comfort, but a nice memory I have of Tom that I'd like to share is that he always joked around with me and made me laugh whenever I saw him --I think he knew he could "pull my leg". So, whenever I think of him, I smile and remember that mischievious twinkle in his eye.

Please know that we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Lots of love to you all,
Angele and George

Michele Baciocco

December 6, 2007

Teri & Family: Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Remember, memories last forever...
Love, Michele (Moisant), Joey, Anthony & Angelo Baciocco

Terry & Kitty McVeigh

December 6, 2007

Mary, Cathy, Teri, Monica & Mikey, - Our prayers are with you this week and beyond.We will miss Tom but he has left behind a great family to carry his memory.

Richard O'Reilly

December 5, 2007

My family has many memories of Tom and the McVeigh family. He will be missed by many. Our condolences to you all.

Richard O'Reilly

Julie O'Brien-Downes

December 5, 2007

Mary, Cathy, Gene, Teri, Dermot, Monica, Jason, Mikey, Alish and children - My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I always enjoyed Tom throughout the years and will keep his memory in my heart. I wish everyone only the very best during this sad time.
Lots of Love to you all.
Julie O'Brien-Downes
Aidan and Nicholas Downes

Mary Rea (O'Reilly)

December 5, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to you Mary and all the family.

Teresa McVeigh

December 5, 2007

Deepest condolences to the McVeigh family.
Teresa McVeigh

What shall I say about the Tom?
The utterly impractical, never predictable,
Something irascible, quite inexplicable, Irish.

Strange blend of shyness, pride and conceit
And stubborn refusal to bow in defeat.
He's spoiling and ready to argue and fight,
Yet the smile of a child fills his soul with delight.

His eyes are the quickest to well up in tears,
Yet his strength is the strongest to banish your fears.

His humour is as fierce as his laugh is so grand
And there's no middle ground on which he will stand.

He's wild and he's gentle, he's good and he's bad,
He's proud and he's humble, he's happy and sad.

He's victor and victim, a star and a clod,
But mostly a husband, father and friend.

Kelly St. Pier

December 5, 2007

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Paul Mc Veigh

December 4, 2007

Tommy,

Enjoy the well earned rest and say hello to the rest of the clan.

Shalom

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