Thank you from all of us Cormac.
I received a lovely card from your mother recently . It was so nice to hear from her .
Happy New Year to you all ,
Sue

Message from Bruce and Liz Short

December 11, 2015 7:09 PM

Dear Sue,
We were very deeply saddened to hear of Tom's illness and passing. We will warmly remember Tom as a good man and dear friend. Our hearts are with you, Anna and Evan at this time.
Warm thoughts and love to you all,
Bruce and Liz

Message from Sue

January 8, 2016 7:19 AM

Thank you so much Bruce and Liz . I have been thinking of the old days and the great times we all spent together :). I hope you and the young ladies are all well .
Please keep in touch,
Happy New Year

Message from Wayne Boone

December 10, 2015 9:47 PM

Needless to say I was so shocked to receive news of Tom's passing today. He may have been in the Class of 78' , but Tom will always be an honorary fellow in the Class of 79'. He had the most wonderfully lit smile of anyone I ever knew. A brightness that said, "I wonder where this much fun could lead ...."
What amazing moments of fun and laughter with Tom; and Sue never far from his side. Weather it was Bridget's or Christopher's, or just a raging mixer!
I only wish now that I knew the other Tom, as the musician. Sue and He along with others at the jazz sessions.......was it The Old Orchard Inn?
My dear Sue, I can only try to imagine how heartbroken you are now and have been for a certain time. The waiting, the hope, the constant shift, and then the inevitable passing. The loss of a known voice, the absence of the robust, the assured presence, the unfaltering smile of reassurance, and the comfort of the day in and day out.
So thankful that you have such caring friends, family, and especially two wonderful children, who will see that tables continue to be set, glasses poured, balls tossed, and tickets booked. Not to mention reservations made to savour memories over good Italian food.
Wishing you all a wonderful celebration of the Dear Man's Life filled with song, laughter, stories, and more stories, and above all grace and love.
With love and affection.
Wayne Boone

Message from Sue MacMaster

January 8, 2016 7:16 AM

Dear Wayne,
How positively wonderful to hear from you . I read this the day it posted , the day you talked to my mother and I cannot tell you how uplifting it was ! I smiled for ages , and meant to respond immediately, and then dropped the ball . You captured the essence of the young man , the young folks we were and the wonderful times we had together . I cannot thank you enough!
It sounds to me that you have an in depth acquaintance with the ebb and flow of the chronic illness and I can only hope that it is professional and that it has not touched you personally. I think my mother told me that you are still in MTL .
Cannot think of a better place to be ( except in the winter).
I have misplaced your phone number but please keep in touch . It was a joy to hear from you and relive some old memories.
We are doing fairly well . Ups and downs but all told , pretty well I think .
Happy New Year my friend ,
love Sue

Message from Paul Mallam

December 10, 2015 3:54 PM

Tom was a high school classmate of mine and I heard about this from a mutual high school classmate. By coincidence, Sue was a medical school classmate of mine and while I have not seen either one for many years, I have many fond memories of them both. From the photo posted - Tom has changed very little and he leaves behind a lot of people who remember him and thought very highly of him. Condolences to Sue and their family from PWC and Memorial University.

Message from robert riteman

December 8, 2015 1:04 PM

Despite the passing of so many years I profoundly feel the loss of " Tom"and my mind immediately recalled being at the Cummings House where Tom would get out his sister;s Jefferson Airplane albums so we could listen to them. I can see that he had a rich fulfilling life with his family and friends just as I would have expected and just as he deserved. . I loved his gentle subversive humor and I suspect that he maintained it .

Message from Janet Miller Pitt, St. John's, NL

December 8, 2015 8:15 AM

To Susan and family,

I am remembering today a wonderful, intelligent, thoughtful and oh-so-talented musician and high school and university friend who made such an impact. Tom was simply lovely. He came from an extraordinarily talented family who made such a distinguished contribution to community. In reading his obituary today - with great sadness and the fondest of memories - I realize how much he carried that creative, caring legacy forward. I see him now, bending over his guitar...

Mark how one string, sweet husband to another,
Strikes each in each by mutual ordering,
Resembling sire and child and happy mother
Who all in one, one pleasing note do sing

Sonnet VIII William Shakespeare

Message from Eric Pike

December 7, 2015 8:55 PM

Dear Sue,
So sorry to hear of Tom's illness and passing. He was a true gentleman and knowledgable mentor to many medical students in Newfoundland both in radiology and other disciplines.
Thinking of you and your children during this difficult time.
With sincere sympathy,
Eric and Jennifer

Message from Newfoundland

December 7, 2015 10:17 AM

I just heard the news from Annie and am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. As you know I recently reconnected via email and was really hoping to see him here again in Newfoundland. Tom and I go back to jr high years, however I was also lucky enough to hang out with Sue as well when she hooked up with Tom. You both are counted among my favourite people. I have very fond memories of those days and you both. His music will live on.

Expression of Sympathy

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Message from Colleen Kirley

December 6, 2015 10:35 AM

I worked with Tom at UMASS many years ago. Tom was truly a kind and gentle man. The world is a better place because of his good soul. Rest in peace Tom!

Message from Eleanor Beshai

December 4, 2015 9:28 AM

Sue and family my heart goes out to you at this time. Sorry for your loss of your husband/father/friend. He is now at peace, and you can begin your healing.
GOD BLESS. Ele

Message from Chatty(charlene Davis)

December 4, 2015 8:44 AM

Just a note to let you know how much he was loved and respected at MWMC CT. He was our leader and friend! He has been much missed and will still be in our hearts. Hopefully he's upstairs watching over us with a glass of wine!

He will be missed!

A candle was lit by Chatty (Charlene Davis) on December 4, 2015 8:40 AM

Message from Dottie Sweeney

December 4, 2015 8:21 AM

Tom
You will be missed. I worked at Umass with you in Radiology. Sorry Sue

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