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Thomas A Shea Jr.
March 11, 1939 ~ January 5, 2018 (age 78) 78 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Kevin
December 5, 2021 3:48 PM
Carol, we lived in the same building on 56th Street. My mom was friends with your mom, Helen. As a kid I remember Tom pulling up in front of the building with that T Bird he had. Even as a kid, I admired him because he was willing to give a 7 year old the time of day. And he also turned me on to one of the coolest cars I ever saw in my life. I also remember your dad's Chrysler. May Tom rest in peace.
Kevin Bielinski
Kevin Bielinski
Message from Cathy greve
January 27, 2018 8:58 AM
Carol, I am so sorry. I did not realize your husband had passed away. May God bless you.
Cathy Greve
Cathy Greve
Message from azzartoa@spprep.org
January 20, 2018 8:52 PM
Sorry to hear of the death of Tom. We were classmates at Brooklyn Prep and remember him. Remembrance at Mass. All the Blessings Fr. Tony Azzarto S.J. BP Class of 56
Message from T
January 12, 2018 11:02 PM
Tom Shea charmed our lives!
That’s not to say “Tom had a charmed life,” we know he struggled hard! He charmed our lives and our struggles! I can’t imagine a day spent with Tom or the thought of Tom not putting a smile on my, or anybodies, day! My life and thousands of lives were charmed by knowing and working with Tom. He was the epitome of an officer and a gentleman, of a gentleman and what a man should be. He was the best representation of a Christian lifestyle, of Irish humor, of a family man, of IBM, of what we all hope to be – better!
He was more inspiring than Jimmy Stewart as George Bailey. Tom never had the regrets nor envy of Bailey before Bailey’s enlightenment. Top Gun Tom was real, the “real deal,” (not an act) and helped so many throughout his life! I know he impacted and mentored 1,000s of IBMers in the most positive ways helping them become successful in their own right. The smartest among them, Tom was the best plan lawyer ever known, and from that developed the best strategies to make his team and company successful.
Memories: Tom in top hat and sash with shillelagh leading a parade into a month of March meeting followed by “flowing in green” marchers and bagpipers – he inspired and was raucously cheered by everyone. In the most stressful of times that could make or break a business years efforts, Tom would lighten the mood that “we weren’t facing real bullets” and would get us all back to focus on making success happen.
Tom also impacted 1,000s outside his work through his commitment to charities and community. Truly a man for all seasons!
Tom’s glow when talking about his family made us all proud of his legacy! Never overly proud, or braggart, Tom was just ebullient with that unforgettable twinkle in his eye.
Thank you for sharing yourself Tom and making us all better!
Top of a Life!
That’s not to say “Tom had a charmed life,” we know he struggled hard! He charmed our lives and our struggles! I can’t imagine a day spent with Tom or the thought of Tom not putting a smile on my, or anybodies, day! My life and thousands of lives were charmed by knowing and working with Tom. He was the epitome of an officer and a gentleman, of a gentleman and what a man should be. He was the best representation of a Christian lifestyle, of Irish humor, of a family man, of IBM, of what we all hope to be – better!
He was more inspiring than Jimmy Stewart as George Bailey. Tom never had the regrets nor envy of Bailey before Bailey’s enlightenment. Top Gun Tom was real, the “real deal,” (not an act) and helped so many throughout his life! I know he impacted and mentored 1,000s of IBMers in the most positive ways helping them become successful in their own right. The smartest among them, Tom was the best plan lawyer ever known, and from that developed the best strategies to make his team and company successful.
Memories: Tom in top hat and sash with shillelagh leading a parade into a month of March meeting followed by “flowing in green” marchers and bagpipers – he inspired and was raucously cheered by everyone. In the most stressful of times that could make or break a business years efforts, Tom would lighten the mood that “we weren’t facing real bullets” and would get us all back to focus on making success happen.
Tom also impacted 1,000s outside his work through his commitment to charities and community. Truly a man for all seasons!
Tom’s glow when talking about his family made us all proud of his legacy! Never overly proud, or braggart, Tom was just ebullient with that unforgettable twinkle in his eye.
Thank you for sharing yourself Tom and making us all better!
Top of a Life!
Message from marymcallanan@gmail.com
January 12, 2018 4:02 PM
TOM I am so happy i got to sit next to u at the Hobbist Christmas dinner dance i loved listening and talking to u made me wish i was from BKLYN then again i loved my life in THE BRONX we will miss u your cousin called u a noble man u were a blessed and noble man with much love to Carol, Chris,Jennifer Tim and Quinn and Mave Mary & Pat Callanan
Message from james O'Brien
January 11, 2018 10:00 AM
We remember him well. Val was a CCD teacher when he and Carol were President of the program in Mt.Carmel. We send our condolences to Carol and family.
God Rest you Tom.
Jim and Val O'Brien
God Rest you Tom.
Jim and Val O'Brien
A candle was lit by Ruth and Blair Whiteford
on January 11, 2018 9:32 AM
A candle was lit by Carolyn and Don strittmatter
on January 8, 2018 2:21 PM
Message from Carolyn and Don Strittmatter
January 8, 2018 2:19 PM
Carol so sorry to hear of Toms passing . Prayers and thoughts headed your way. God Bless and give you strength . Carolyn and Don Strittmatter
A Beautiful in Blue was sent on January 7, 2018
Dear Carol and family. Our sincerest condolences on Tom's untimely passing. We enjoyed knowing Tom so much during our years in Ridgewood and have such fond memories of our many times together. He really was a great representative to us of our many wonderful American friends. Ron and Dorothy Dooley
Message from Ray Cywinski
January 7, 2018 1:10 PM
Knowing Tom through Rotary, he always put everything into serving others.
To me, it will always be "Top 'o the Morning".
Tom was always the consummate gentleman. We will all miss his smiling face and cheery outlook.
Thank you for all you did Tom and for being a friend.
To me, it will always be "Top 'o the Morning".
Tom was always the consummate gentleman. We will all miss his smiling face and cheery outlook.
Thank you for all you did Tom and for being a friend.
Message from Kathy & Bill Scully
January 7, 2018 10:32 AM
Dearest Tom, We have been heartbroken since hearing the news...we continue to keep Carol and the family in our prayers. You were truly one of the best men we have ever had the privilege of knowing and loving...may you be enjoying your place in heaven-you earned it...we will always remember your smiling face that greeted us every time we met. We will miss you dear friend. God bless you. With love & tears, Kathy and Bill Scully
Message from Jack Geraghty
January 5, 2018 9:34 PM
We will all miss Tom. He always had a smile and a nice word for everyone. As a Navy guy, I loved his Navy stories. He was also a loyal legionaire. God rest his soul.
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