Born in New Bedford, son of the late James W. and Constance A. (Cyr) Greenway, he was a lifelong resident of Fairhaven. Thomas was a graduate of Bishop Stang High School and attended Bristol Community College.
Mr. Greenway proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War attaining the rank of Sergeant. He received multiple honors and awards throughout his life with the highest being the Bronze Star with Valor.
He had worked as a Launch Operator and Electrician for the US Army Corp of Engineers for over 37 years, retiring in 2015.
Tom enjoyed reading, spending time at West Island beach and a weekly breakfast out with friends. He was always ready and available to lend a helping hand, doing odd jobs and projects for family and friends. His family dogs Captain, Brewski, Kodi and Kevin were very special to him. Most of all, Tom loved spending time with his granddaughters.
Surviving in addition to his wife are his children, Ryan T. Greenway and his wife Joyelle of Fairhaven and Carey L. Hicks and her husband Richard of Plymouth; his granddaughters, Paislee M. Greenway, June G. Hicks and Rose L. Hicks; his father-in-law Emile Lacoste; several aunts, an uncle, many cousins and dear friends.
His Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. in St. Joseph’s Church, 74 Spring St., Fairhaven. Following the funeral, there will be a military ceremony outside the church. To view the Funeral Mass via Facebook Live, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/Fairlawn-Mortuary-110785545652977
In lieu of flowers, donations in Tom’s memory may be made to a charity of your choosing.
Arrangements are in the care of Waring-Sullivan Home at Fairlawn, 180 Washington St., Fairhaven. For online tributes, please visit: www.waring-sullivan.com
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