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Thomas Rafferty Obituary
He leaves one son, Jim Rafferty of Thompson, CT; two daughters, Kathleen Scott of Tomball, TX and Kelli McCune of La Quinta, CA. Grandfather to 7 grandchildren.
He was born and raised in Webster, the son of the late James J. and Florida M. (Donais) Rafferty. He graduated from St. Louis High School. Thomas served in the National Guard. He was a member of the American Legion in Cathedral City, Ca. In his youth he was scratch golfer.
Mr. Rafferty worked 30 years in southern California for GTE telephone before retiring as a Supervisor. He returned to Dudley in 2002.
Memorial services will be held Saturday, August 15 at 11 AM in Bartel Funeral Home & Chapel, 33 Schofield Ave., in Dudley. Memorial Calling hour on Saturday from 10 AM to 11 AM. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to Sisters of St. Joseph, 34 Lower Westfield Rd., Holyoke, MA 01040
www.bartelfuneralhom.com
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Mike Dilley
September 4, 2009
My sincerest sympathy to Toms family. It was many years ago that I worked with and partied with Tom at Cal water and Telephone Company in Palm Springs. He will always be in my memories.
Ernie Moreno
August 20, 2009
I relish very fond memories of my relationship with Tom at GTE, both as professionals during the day and softball players in the evenings. My prayers to his immediate family.
August 19, 2009
My sympathy'Rae Jean Ramirez
August 17, 2009
We worked with Tom at GTE, we are sorry to hear of his passing. Our deepest sympathy goes out to his family.
Gary and Irene Gillespie
Camille Arujo
August 17, 2009
Tom was an absolute great cook,awesome step-pappa to my daughter Allie and always wonderful to me even when I was a hard-to-deal with teenager. I wish I had kept in touch with him. My family is grateful to have known him. Peter my husband still speaks of his famous beans and Allie still reads the book he had made for her. We are sending our prayers and condolences to all of you, his family.
August 17, 2009
Tom was my supervisor in Indio. He was a good boss and a good freind. Rita and I always enjoyed his parties at his house. He will surely be missed. Our condolences to his family and friends. Bob and Rita Rowe, La Quinta Ca.
Aaron Riviers
August 16, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the passing of your beloved father. I worked with Tom at GTE in the 80's. I am praying for the family.
DINO DI GRANDI
August 16, 2009
A MAN WHO LEFT ME WITH MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES. HE WAS A VERY CLOSE FRIEND. HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY.
Kim Thompson
August 16, 2009
Tom will be missed but my memorys of him will stay on forever! what laughter he brought us on PaPaYa lane where I grew up and Tom Lived. I will never forget you Tom Rafferty. Kim Thompson Rose
Steve Legris
August 15, 2009
I am sorry to hear of Tom's passing to a new life. He was always in good spirits and full of life. A kind and friendly neighbor who went out of his way to help people.
Steve (waterbed) Legris
jack kilgore
August 15, 2009
We are very sorry to hear of our dear friend Tom's passing. We have many fond memories of Tom, and hope your memories will help you through this time of sadness.
Gail and Jack Kilgore
Anita Rafferty
August 15, 2009
I am very saddened to hear of Tom's passing. He had a larger than life personality, so charming and fun. We shared many years together, and I have so many fond memories of him. My heart and prayers go out to you, his family, I know his absence will be felt by so many, including his many friends.
Bill & Janie Thompson
August 15, 2009
He was a good friend and will be missed by many. Our sincere
condolences to his family.
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