May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

My sincere condolences to the entire ODonnell family.  I met Tim 22 years ago during my first week at BMS.  We had so many great memories and laughs.  We both shared a love for DeLorenzos pizza and I will never forget his excitement when he found out they would be opening a new location in Yardley PA, so close to his house.   He brought so much joy to the workplace every day.  His BMS family will miss him terribly.  Love you buddy!   Xo 

To John and his family, we are so sorry for your loss of Tim..these things are never easy to express in words but I want you to know that Tim and your family have been in our thoughts and prayers. Tim was such an exceptional person who touched so many of our lives.  To Tim, I cant believe youve been called to Heaven so soon... the world needs more people like you... you did a  really, really, really great job here on Earth, may you rest in peace... I will never forget you, Tim.Many Prayers to the entire family...

Thank to all the people that came out to the Thursday night viewing or Friday Funeral Mass. Your kind words helped all of Tims family deal with the pain of losing him so suddenly. The common theme that eased our pain was that he was loved by everyone and he had a fantastic sense of humor. We saw his Warpath buddies, Time Peace followers, friends from the neighborhood, and Bristol Myer Squibb co workers but the resounding consensus was he was a Great guy and friend. We will all miss him but we had the honor of knowing him!

I am truly sorry to hear of Tim's passing. I first met him in the 80's when we both worked at ADR. We hit it off immediately. We shared a love of music and especially guitar. He was a wonderful musician and a really sweet guy with a GREAT sense of humor. My heart aches for your family. Please accept my heart felt sympathies. God bless you, Tim...

My heart breaks for all the people who loved him and I know there are many. Thinking of all of you , he was a blessed guy to have all that love around him.

My sincere condolences to the ODonnell family. Tim was not only a co-worker of mine for the past 15 years, but a good friend and fellow Eagles fan. I am thankful for all the fun memories that will forever fill my heart. His humor, quick wit and friendship will be missed but never forgotten. So goodbye for now my friend, see you later , and Fly Eagles Fly.....

Tim was so much more than a co-worker  to me and I consider myself lucky to have had him in my life.   His kindness, insights, compassion and incredible sense of humor were a joy to be around.  He will be missed beyond belief......

My heartfelt sympathy to the ODonnell family.  Tim was a wonderful colleague and always willing to help out on the tough issues. 

So sorry to hear of Tim's passing. I had the pleasure of knowing Tim during my many years at BMS. Although we never worked in the same department, I often crossed paths with him at happy hours where he was ALWAYS good at making me laugh. My prayers are with Tim's family and friends. 

When I think of Timmy I think the world will be without one of the kindest, gentlest, most harmless and talented human beings the world will ever know.  I think the rest of the Daceys would agree and I submit this on our behalf.

GOD Bless Tim  - wish we would have crossed paths again after all the years gone by since the early days. R.I.P.

My sincere condolences to the O'Donnell family.  I've known and worked with Tim at Bristol-Myers Squibb the past 16 years and always found his sense of humor and friendship so valuable.  I considered him one of my close circle of BMS friends and he will be missed dearly.  He's been a good friend, confidant, provided great advice, and has always been willing to lend a hand and help out.  It just doesn't seem real, he will be greatly missed every day.  I hope you feel the love and support of his BMS family that he dedicated much of his life to. 

Tim, I am so sad that I won't be able to see you at work everyday.  You enlightened the workday with your positive presence.   We laughed as we shared our favorite movie scenes.  We don't know why things happen but I know we will meet again my dear friend.  May you play your guitar forever and please watch over your precious family who are missing you so much.  I will keep you and your family  in my prayers.  I am blessed and thankful for knowing you.  

Tim you were one of the super sweethearts in this world as well as a great guitarist it was an honor to call you my friend.  I had the pleasure of working with you at Scorpio Music you always made me laugh just to let you know... it was always hard to tell you and Melanie from the back but you definitely had the better long blonde curly hair.... and you turned me onto some really awesome bands I still listen too. I will never forget those times together if I ever hear "Pssst Hey Jude" I will think of you and smile.  Tim you will be truly missed love you buddy. My deepest condolences to the O'Donnell family and friends I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. 

We were welcomed by the whole O'Donnell family when we moved next door in the early 70's.  Tim was my first friend outside of our family.  He was like another big brother, teaching me how to swim, ride a bike and have fun in the neighborhood.  He was always quick to laugh and play a joke and lend an ear when we were teenagers.  He was a gifted musician and I spent many hours sitting on the curb listening to him practice.  As adults our lives went in different directions but social media made it so I kept in touch with his sisters and could get a glimpse into Tim's life through their posts and photos.  I am so glad I got the chance to see Time Peace play last year, what a joy to see Tim perform!  He was a great guy and will be greatly missed!  Our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences the whole family.

My deepest sympathy to the O'Donnell family.  Tim was such a great person with a warm heart! Never hesitate to help others. He will be deeply missed. It was such an honor to know him! 

I truly enjoyed watching Tim playing the guitar at all the various performances of Time Peace I attended over the last couple of years. During breaks Tim and John always took the time to come over and talked to me and the rest of our group. Tim was a true talent and an even better man. He will be sorely missed. My deepest sympathies go out to John and the rest of the O'Donnell family.

Tim, I had the fortune to work with you for over a decade and you always brightened the work day.  You made me laugh to the point of tears, provided perspective, and just listened when I needed it.  You were truly a friend and are dearly missed.   My deepest sympathy goes out to all your family and friends.   You touched the lives of so many of us at BMS and will be remembered for many years to come!

To the entire O'Donnell Family- I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your Brother, Tim. May his Soul rest in Peace and God Bless you all during this very difficult time!  With Love, Your distant cousin, Cathy Glemser

I needed to share this photo, which was taken the Saturday before Thanksgiving, just a mere 2 months ago.  Tim joined me and a group of my college friends in NYC for a pub crawl.  He previously joined us for our 50th birthday trip to Lambeau Field and instantly connected with the Seton Hall crew.  He met Cindy for the first time an hour or so prior to this photo, but this is quintessential Tim - people drawn to him immediately upon meeting him.  I can't describe how heartbroken I am.  We had so many more concerts to see, so many more pints of Guinness to throw back, so many more laughs to share.  I miss you deeply, my friend!

TIM, WORDS CAN'T SAY HOW MUCH WE WILL MISS YOU. YOU WERE ARE ROCK n ROLL BROTHER AND THE KIND OF  FRIEND THAT ALL OF US WERE HONORED TO HAVE. WE WILL SEE YOU IN HEAVEN AND ROCK N ROLL ONCE AGAIN . LOVE AND MISS YOU!  LOUIE AND RONNIE ALIMENTI

To the O'Donnell family - I am so very sorry for your loss.  I met Tim through work several years ago, and he quickly established a place in my heart.  So smart, so caring and so very sarcastic and funny. Tim and I talked often about the joys and pains of being part of a large family, and his love for his siblings and especially for his nieces and nephews always shone through.  It was my privilege to know him and call him my friend.

Dear ODonnell Family,I understand that words cannot describe the loss you are feeling because of Tims passing.The love and joy Tim gave to and received from James and Tyler is a testament to the good,kind, loving man he was.I am so sorry for your huge loss.I wish you peace and warm memories.Sincerely,Illene Greenberg

My deepest sympathies go out to Tims family, dear friends & colleagues.  I was so very fortunate to have known Tim for over 20 years. Though we worked together for only a short time, we quickly became good friends and had lots of fun over the years.  As we all know, Tim was an enormously talented guitar player, but he was an even better human being, it’s not even close.   His time on this earth was cut way too short but his memory and influence will live on in many of us forever.

To the best Brother a Sister could have asked for. You were a Great Friend. Uncle, Great Uncle and all around Perfect Person. It was an Honor to be your Eldest Sisrer and I will Miss You Everyday of My Life. Mom and Dad are Very Happy that you are with them in Heaven but the rest of us are having a very hard time dealing with this huge loss! Love you Tim❤

It was with great sadness to learn of Tim's passing.  My deepest condolences to the O'Donnell family.  Tim was a wonderful colleague and friend.  His optimism, perspective and sense of humor will be greatly missed.  

Timmy O, we are so heart broken and saddened. We miss you and we love you. To the ODonnells you have been in our thoughts and prayers. -love Jackie and Troy

Timmy going to miss you brother it was my honor to carry your gear and pass you the beers .in the good ole warpath days . You will be missed but never forgotten will cya back stage in gods tavern brother .luvu bro 

Timmy, you will forever be missed.  You were more than a band mate....you were a brother.  One of the kindest souls Ive known.  You were always there for me.  My life will never be the same without you in it.  I will miss our conversations and seeing you.  Both Liz and I feel so blessed and lucky to have known you.  Play for the angels now Tim and I will see you again someday.  Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.Tommy and Liz

Remembering Tim on a trip to Ireland -  Newgrange 2015

Dear O'Donnell Family,My heart broke beyond words when I heard Tim had left us. I hope you feel surrounded by all the love we have for Tim at BMS and take comfort from all the memories and moments we shared with him. Tim's smile had a way of lighting up all the hallways in the office. His humor and witty approach to life always brightened up my days as well as the days of many.Kathryn Williamson

We all are so sad to see the passing of our dear brother and uncle. We will miss you, Tim! 

My deepest condolences to the family and friends of our wonderful Tim.  I met him 7 years ago and he immediately took me under his wings and became my friend.  I will always be grateful for his smile, kind words and friendship.  He was extraordinary and shall be greatly missed.  May his soul rest in eternal peace!  As he so loved to say "Buh Bye", Tim.  Thanks for the love and laughter.

I am so saddened to hear of your loss.  Tim was a fantastic co-worker at BMS and most importantly a great friend.  We shared so many stories over the years about our large families.  Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.  Truly an honor to know Tim.

Words cannot express how saddened I am to hear of your loss.  You are missed.  My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Tim was a fantastic co-worker and friend. Never hesitated to help others and just a wonderful human being. It was an honor to know Tim!

My wife, family and I were so sad to hear of Tims passing. Although we lived 3,000 miles apart, the friendship that began from the first day Tim worked beside me in NYC lasted through the years and my move back to Ireland. He brightened up so many days in the office and we enjoyed many nights out together exploring the NYC nightlife. We would always meet up when I travelled back to the US  guaranteed to be an evening with great stories and plenty of laughter - my next beer in the A&B in Princeton will be a lonely one without him.Tim visited me in Ireland many times  we toured the country together and he once joined some friends and I on a trip to Scotland where we climbed its highest mountain Ben Nevis. For years after he claimed his legs hadnt yet recovered from the hike! My three girls loved his visits too - spending time with them brought out his inner child and his ability to ride a bicycle built for a 5 year old!I am in tears here at the loss of such a wonderful, loyal, kind and generous friend far too soon.Brian, Derval, Zoe, Rebecca & Amy O GradyDublin, Ireland

Love you, Timmy. We miss you so much already ❤

We love you Brother, were so appreciative of the time we got to spend together  ,All of us learned an amazing lesson in humanity from you being you. The guitars gently weep today and forevermore 

Dear O'Donnell Family,I send my deepest prayers and sympathy at the passing of Timothy. May his life spent in entertaining others with his love of music and his presence offer you many happy memories to share when you gather together as a family. May he rest in peace, and the joy of reunion with his parents. I remember him from his days at Bishop Egan High School.

Tim was a great friend and colleague and I am so very thankful to have had him as part of my life. 

Very sad to hear this news. I became friends with Tim through a mutual friend. He played in our fantasy football  league for several years. Although we only had met each other on a few occasions, one of which was an epic long weekend trip to Lambeau Field when a bunch of us turned 50 a few years ago,  I enjoyed many long phone conversations and texts about music and football over the years with him. Tim was one of those individuals you feel really fortunate to have crossed paths with during this short journey on earth. May his family find peace during this difficult time. 

To the O'Donnell sisters and to you John, there are no words to express my deepest sympathy to all of you.When Tim was born, God threw away the mold because never have I met a guy so friendly, kind, caring, compassionate and happy. He was truly one of God's BEST creations. To you, Tim's sisters, you don't know who I am; I am Christine Fitzpatrick's mother and I came to know Tim many, many years ago and John just last year. I can't even begin to imagine the heartache that you are all feeling. So the words that I'm going to write to you were given to me when I lost my mother almost three years ago and I hope with all my heart that in time they will come to comfort you in some way.If tears could build a stairway and memories were a lane, we would walk right up to heaven and bring you back again. No farewell words were spoken, no time to say goodbye. You were gone before we knew it and only God knows why. Our hearts ache in sadness and secret tears still flow. What it meant to lose you, no one will ever know. Since you will never be forgotten, we pledge to you today, a hallowed place within our hearts is where you will always stay.You are all in my thoughts and my prayers. And now Tim is in God's care; an angel in heaven who I'm sure will be forever watching over all of you. God bless you all.Sincerely,Maddy Murphy

I am in shock at the loss of my friend since high school. My heart is broken and my thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. I will miss playing drums with you Tim as well as all the laughter and great concerts. These words don't and can't say how sad I am. I love you like a brother. Rest in peace or keep heaven rocking!

Our thoughts remain with you and your family at this time. We are honored by the trust and confidence you have placed in us during this difficult time.- The Staff of James J. Dougherty Funeral Home

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Timothy O'Donnell

May 12, 1965 – January 13, 2019

James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc.

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