7000 BLUE RIDGE BLVD
Kansas City, Missouri
THOMAS F. WALSH JR.
Thomas F. “Tom” Walsh Jr., 85, passed away February 22, 2017. Tom was born September 28, 1931 the son of Thomas F. Walsh and Margaret (Travis) Walsh. He was the oldest of seven children. He graduated from Hyde Park High School in Hyde Park, MA. Tom joined the US Air Force in 1951. While he was stationed at Warrensburg State Teacher’s College, he met Joann Marie Siebenthaler and they later married on November 28, 1953. They were blessed with three children. Tom proudly served his country in the Korean War in the 75th Air Depot Wing, USAF. After returning from Korea, he finished his education at Rockhurst College. Tom had a long career in industrial plastics sales and management until retiring. Tom never met a stranger. He could visit with anyone and he had a great sense of humor. He loved his Irish heritage and was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather.
Tom was very active in Military Organizations. He was an Officer of the Korean War Veterans Association-Missouri Chapter 2; a member of American Legion Post 21 and a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1829. For many years, Tom was Flag Registrar for the Permanent Memorial Day Committee ensuring that each military grave displayed an American flag on Memorial Day.
Tom has been a longtime member of Our Lady of Lourdes Raytown, MO and the Friendly Club.
He is preceded in death by his parents, grandson, Joshua Walsh, siblings, John Walsh and Lillian Brown. He is survived by his loving wife, Joann of 63 years, son, Mark (Donna) Walsh, Lee's Summit, MO, daughters, Robin (Edmund) Walsh, Raytown, MO and Christine (Barbara) Walsh, Raytown, MO. grandsons, Bradley (Gretchen) Walsh, Kansas City, MO; Shawn Foster, Lebanon, OR; great-grandchildren Marjorie and Felix Walsh, siblings, Katherine (Ernie) St. Jacques, Barbara (Joe) Bonanno, Eileen (Ray) Kirchdorfer, Charles (Trish) Walsh; all of the Massachusetts area, brother-in-law Robert (Sue) Siebenthaler, San Jacinto, CA, many nieces, nephews and cousins and best friend of 63 years, Terry Gray. We would like to thank the staff at Hidden Lake Care Center for taking such wonderful care of Tom. They were a blessing to all of us.
Visitation will be Sunday, February 26 from 5-7 PM at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 8812 E Gregory Blvd, Raytown, MO 64133. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, February 27 at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Lourdes with burial at Mount Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Bishop Sullivan Center, 6435 E Truman Rd, Kansas City, MO 64126 or Korean War Veterans Association, Kansas City Missouri Chapter 2, 7401 Maple Dr., Raytown MO 64133.
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February 26, 2017
Anna Bonanno
Uncle Tommy was the sweetest man. His humor and ability to see the upside of things always inspired me. Although distance kept us from seeing you and your family often, we all felt your love every day. We love you. The Bonanno's (your sister Barbara, brother-in-law Andy, niece Anna and nephew Andy). You are forever in our hearts
February 25, 2017
Stephen Chalmers
I've gotten to know Tom over the last 8 years or so while working on the library's Veterans Salute program. He was a good man and we will all miss him greatly.
February 25, 2017
Steven Potter
Tom was a very good man. I met him several times as we worked to remember and celebrate veterans every year. Thank you, Tom. We will miss you.
Steven V Potter
Library Director
Mid-Continent Public Library
February 24, 2017
Barbara A. Bonanno
Our deepest love is with all of you at this time of greatest sadness. I deeply regret not having spent more time with him. His hospitality with the visit made by my husband and myself we will always cherish. His love and caring was infinite.He will be missed.
Andy & Barbara Bonanno, (Billerica, MA)
February 23, 2017
Matt Gray
I am deeply saddened by the loss of one of the finest men I have been fortunate enough to know. My godfather,a very close family friend, and by his character and dedication to his family, a true mentor, I am a better man today because of knowing Tom. My thoughts and prayers are with the Walsh family.
February 23, 2017
Bill Scholl
It was always great to be around Tom at family gatherings. He was a role model for me in good humor and patient leadership. We mourn with you his loss and will keep the repose of his soul and consolation for the family in our prayers.
February 22, 2017
Charlene, Kathleen, and Rob Smith
We are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was a wonderful man who brought many moments of joy, support, and comfort to us over the years. Our lives are better for having known him. All our love and prayers for him and you all.
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