

TJ is survived by his wife Erin (nee Murphy) Kilcarr, parents Sharon and Robert, brothers Patrick(Jessica) and Kevin. He is also survived by his paternal grandmother Doris Kilcarr, and maternal grandmother Elizabeth McMullen. He is predeceased by his grandfathers, Myles Kilcarr and Joseph McMullen.
TJ is survived by many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.
TJ graduated from Clarkstown South High School in 2008, where he was a leader on the Vikings varsity football team and All County, All Section, and All League for two years straight. TJ continued his football career at Alfred University again leading the team as a captain his senior year. TJ met his wife Erin at Alfred University; later reconnecting and began dating in 2016, then marrying in 2022.
TJ loved all music, and was an avid fan of Dave Matthew’s Band. Erin introduced TJ to his second love of outdoor activities such as; hiking, kayaking, fishing, and crabbing. The “Rock Boys,” as they are known, have been inseparable and amusing to all that knew them. Equally important to TJ, were the shenanigans he shared with his Alfred crew of friends. TJ had a unique ability to bridge the gap between his high school and college friends, seamlessly creating one united group. TJ was employed by Tri Tower Telecom as a successful sales representative for 7 years.
Friends and family can join us at Higgins Funeral Home in New City on Monday, Sept. 5th from 3:00 to 7:00pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 6th at 10:00 am at St. Anthony’s Church Nanuet, NY.
In lieu of flowers,Donations can be made in TJ Kilcarr’s memory to the- Alfred University Football Program, mailed to the Office of University Advancement, 1 Saxon Drive Alfred, NY 14802, or call 607-871-2111 for assistance. It gives us peace and comfort to know his memory will live on with a program and University he loved.
The visitation will be live streamed via Michael J Higgins Funeral Service Inc. facebook page.
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