How very sad we are to learn of TJ’s passing. He was my mother’s cousin and it was always a pleasure to see him around Norwood. He was friendly and kind and I used to joke that the reason my electric service never went out was because my cousin was in charge at the Electric Department. We’re very sorry for your family’s loss.

Tom(TJ) to me will always be remembered as  a devoted family man and friend to all.
Two stories about TJ
I will always remember his devotion to his mother.  Every day after work he would visit her when she was in a nursing home with altimeters. (She did not remember he was there)

Jim McDermott 2 stories CONTINUES FROM MESSEAGE ABOVE
That did not matter to TJ .  He was there for his love for his mother and making sure she was properly cared for.   On a lighter note the second story is about knock out TJ
Tom Furlong’s father arranged boxing matches within the Box Boys   Final match was between Jeff Fanning and TJ

Continued from second message above.  
TJ camed out boxing like he was boxing all his life
And he knocked Jeff down and the fight was over quickly
Box Boys were not boxer’s except KO. TJ
Jim McDermott.
Your Favorite Clown