i remember i use babysit his kids when they young  ,,rest inpeace tom .Mary-Jo McGough benasaraf

Rest In Peace good and faithful servant.  Faithful and serve described this dear man. He cared for my Dad for several years when Dads dementia was at its worst, yet my Dad always acknowledged his “friend Tom”. He served His country and his family.  He made friends everywhere. He LOVED dogs, so much so he trained them as a volunteer for veterans.  My Dad adored Tom as do we his adopted family.  I speak for my parents and brother  and sisters and the Pinto family when I say “thank you Tom”.

I have not seen Tom in several years but he was always kind and welcoming to myself and the kids. I remember a special breakfast that he made of cocoa and waffles for his granddaughter and my daughter. Tom  had a huge heart and a gentle soul.  Be at peace

Rest in the Glory of God's peace, good brother. No more pain, only joy

Rest in peace my fellow Vietnam Vet BROTHER. 🇺🇲

Uncle Tom had a heart as big as his smile and a gift for making everyone feel loved. One thing I’ll never forget is how he would show up with a grab bag of goodies every time he came to visit. My kids’ faces would light up the moment they saw him, knowing he always had something special tucked away just for them. It was never about the size of the gift, it was the thought behind it. It was his quiet way of saying, “I’ve been thinking of you.” Having him around brought joy and laughter. We were so blessed to know him. His spirit lives on in all of us.

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Thomas James McGowan

April 16, 1945 – September 4, 2025

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