Thomas P. "Pope" Croke

1963 - 2012

Thomas P. "Pope" Croke obituary, 1963-2012, White Marsh, MD

BORN

1963

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Schimunek Funeral Home

9705 Belair Rd

Nottingham, Maryland

Thomas Croke Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 28, 2012.

On December 26, 2012, Thomas P. Croke, loving son of Maria Croke and the late Francis Croke; dear brother of Richard and Timothy Croke and the late Robert Croke; brother-in-law of Elizabeth Croke.



Relatives and friends may gather at Schimunek Funeral Home, Inc., 9705 Belair Rd., Nottingham MD 21236, on Sunday, December 30, 2012, 3-5 & 7-9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Stephen's Church (Bradshaw) on Monday, December 31, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. Interment Moreland Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation of Maryland, 1107 Kenilworth Dr., Suite 202, Baltimore MD 21204.

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January 25, 2013

Steve Doudiken

The Pope was a dear friend and a great musician. I was privileged to play with him in several bands, including Infant Lunch, Doctors for God, Not Dog Pound and Mo Fine. He was a brother musician and I loved him. He will live in my heart always. - Steve Doudiken

January 22, 2013

Aliki Potiris

Pope was so very dear, the best listener, and kind friend, talented musician and interesting and wise. I will miss his friendship, his encouragement and inspiration. He will be missed greatly by many, many people whose lives he has touched.
Rest in Peace, dearest Pope.
Condolences to all his friends and his family.

January 15, 2013

Linda Bork

I'm so sad to hear about Pope. He was kind and funny, someone I was always glad to see. I will always treasure the memories I have of him.

January 14, 2013

Mike Daugherty

Pope was an inspiration to me. A great musician, a gentleman, and a true original. My condolences to his family.

January 11, 2013

Rupert Wondolowski

Pope was a thoughtful, unique person who spoke frankly and refreshingly. I'm glad I had the chance to know him and make musIc with him, practices would wear my lungs out with laughing.

January 11, 2013

Lauri Scally

My condolences to the family. Tom was truly one of a kind. A very special friend. He will be missed.

January 10, 2013

Anne Bonafede

knew him and loved him. my heart is breaking......

Anne

January 10, 2013

Katie Brennan

I will love you forever for your brilliance and kindness Pope. I just wish I could have held your hand or at least said goodbye. Goodnight friend

January 10, 2013

Laura Fick

Pope was a wonderful and talented person whom I was always so happy to see. I wish I could have spent more time with him. He will be missed. Sending my condolences.

January 10, 2013

Teresa

I'm stunned to hear about Pope now, so sad. Raissa and Jon Swift said it all, I'll just add that I and so many others appreciated and will miss him. Absolutely one of a kind. My condolences to his family as well.

January 10, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about Pope! He was a smart, talented, gentle human being!
It is a tragic loss too young. Raissa Contreras

January 10, 2013

Alix Tobey Southwick

I will always remember the night, a decade ago, we sat up going through the vocal real book. Pope on my old electric piano and me singing. We played and sang nearly every song and some he thought of in between. He was such a dear person to me, and I will always love him.

January 10, 2013

Jon Swift

"Pope" was a good friend of mine, a former co-worker who was terrific fun to work with, and a very talented musician. When I first moved to Baltimore he made me feel welcome in my new town. He was a man of integrity and modesty who would no doubt be embarrassed by tributes such as this one, so I'll just say that I will miss him very much.

January 7, 2013

Bonnie Baer-Green

Mitzi I am so sorry for your loss! I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Love, Bonnie

December 29, 2012

Condolences to the family. Rest in peace. Tommy was a great man. Neal and Nancy Baer

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