of Westport, Connecticut, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 surrounded by his wife and 6 children; he was 89 years old. Mr. Shaughnessy, retired as a Vice President and General Sales Manager at Conagra Inc. Mr. Shaughnessy is preceded in death by his parents Matthew and Frances Bailey Shaughnessy; sisters Kathleen Conway and Beth Koop; and brother John Shaughnessy. Survivors include his beloved wife of 60 years Mary Tushaus Shaughnessy; son Tom Shaughnessy (Linda); daughter Mary Kay Allen (Bruce); daughter Elizabeth Dennis (Bob); daughter Peggy Shaughnessy Lyon (Ross); son Pat Shaughnessy (Teri); son John Shaughnessy (Nicole); eleven grandchildren, Kathryn Shaughnessy, Quinn Shaughnessy, Max Allen, Patrick Dennis, Caleigh Dennis, Thomas Dennis, Sarah Lyon, Maeve Lyon, Gianna Shaughnessy, Jack Shaughnessy and Patrick Shaughnessy. He was an exemplary Christian, Catholic, father and friend, bringing joy to all who knew him. His incredible love for his wife, Mary, and love of family was one for the ages. He unknowingly served as an example of how to live an honorable and fulfilled life. A native of St. Paul, MN, Tom graduated from Cretin High School in 1946 and the College of St. Thomas in 1950 where he played first base and was Team Captain. He served in the army during the Korean War and worked for the same company his entire career. In 1970, Tom and Mary moved their family to Westport, CT and it became the home they dearly loved and would never leave. In his golf game, he recently shot his age so his life was complete! He will always be cherished by those who were lucky to have known him. A Memorial Service will be held at Assumption Church in Westport on May 12 at 11:00 a.m. A named scholarship fund is being established. for Thomas F. Shaughnessy, Graduate of Cretin 1946.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Apr. 15, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas SHAUGHNESSY

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April 19, 2018

Tom and I met over thirty years ago and had repeated contact over the years due to our common industry. Always, I was struck by his kindness, insights, knowledge and integrity on both personal and business levels. It seems everyone who knew him felt the same way. The age difference between us was a generation and recently I retired. It strikes me how fast time goes and in the end, what we leave behind is the difference we make in others' lives. Tom's happy nature, kindness, his honesty and sincerity are what I remember more than anything. He was well respected in our industry, but more than anything he was a quality human being. He will be deeply missed. May faith and the promise of eternal life comfort those who love him. Stuart and Pam Dalton Chapin, SC

Becky Larson Rotella

April 13, 2018

It was such an honor and blessing to know Mr. Shaughnessy. I had so much respect for him as a boss and person, that I rarely called him Tom though I considered him a dear friend. It was a pleasure knowing Mary and his family as well. We need more people in our world today with the integrity and kindness Mr. Shaughnessy displayed! My thoughts and prayers are with Mary and his family.

Jean and Tom Zolik

April 12, 2018

We were sorry to hear of Tom's passing.
I still have a photo of Tom and Mary at a company picnic in Alton, Illinois. They were a joy to know.
Our sincere condolences to Mary and family.

Pat Kenealy

April 12, 2018

I had the privilege and pleasure to work with Tom for quite a few years. I alway admired his genuine respect and caring with everyone he interacted with, either it be a customer, co-worker or the cook in a restaurant (Yes, there were several occasions he would go back into the kitchen of restaurant we were having dinner at). It's been a long time since I last saw Tom but it sounds like he had great retirement.
My condolence to his family during this difficult time.
Sincerely

Connie Jensen

April 11, 2018

Tom was a pleasure to work with....and work with is the correct term as he treated you as an equal. He always had time to listen to suggestions and was quick and sure with decisions. I have never heard anyone say a negative thing about Tom. It was my pleasure to work at ConAgr Mills with Tom

Jill Egnoski

April 11, 2018

Tom Shaughnessy was one of the greatest men I have ever had the pleasure to meet, work along side, be mentored by and am proud to call him my friend. Tom was like a father to me. He made you feel like you were the most important person in the room. You always knew you mattered to Tom. He treated everyone the same whether you were the janitor or the CEO. We all should aspire to be as humble, loving, compassionate and respectful as Tom Shaughnessy was. He will be greatly missed and I will miss our phone calls to catch up. No matter how long it had been, we always took up where we left off.Just like we had talked the day before. I loved Tom. I will always hold a special place in my heart for my favorite boss!

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