GLENS FALLS – Thomas E. O’Leary, Sr., 84, of Leonard St., went into the arms of the Lord on May 10, 2020, at Glens Falls Hospital.
Born August 4, 1935 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Dennis and Irene (Lemery) O’Leary.
Thomas proudly served in the United States Marine Corps.
He enjoyed fishing, trips to the casino, playing cards, travelling with his love, Toni, to Las Vegas and a good seafood dinner. Thomas could be found sporting his cowboy attire and was always the life of a party, where he entertained with his singing and dancing. Most importantly, Thomas enjoyed spending time with his family. Thomas often told his daughter, Tammy, “I’m your guy and you’re my girl”. He will be greatly missed.
Besides his parents, Thomas was predeceased by his siblings, Richard O’Leary, Jack O’Leary, Dennis O’Leary, James O’Leary, Jean Gwinup, Irene Bapp and his significant other for many years, Toni Blair.
Survivors include his children, Tammy Bottiger and her husband, Howard of Baltimore, MD, and Thomas O’Leary, Jr. and his wife, Wendy of Hudson Falls; his grandchildren, Casey Bottiger of Baltimore, MD and Keara O’Leary of Hudson Falls; his sister, Mary Ann Warfel of Denton, MD; his caretaker, Chris French as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.
The Rite of Committal will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery in South Glens Falls, at the convenience of the family.
Donations in memory of Thomas may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1 Penny Lane, Latham, NY 12110 or Adirondack Vets House, Inc., 26 Pine Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801
Tommy & Tammy … and family …. I am truly sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Know you are in my thoughts at this difficult time. Hopefully, you will find comfort in memories.
Uncle Tom had a heart of gold. He was always willing to help out anyone in need. I had so many good times with him throughout our lives filled with laughter and always good food and fun. I will miss him dearly. RIP UNCLE TOM.
To the o’Leary family very sorry for your loss uncle tom was one of a kind an excellent person RIP uncle Tom
To a wonderful man, who I loved dearly. You were my Mom’s Love and best friend for 42 years. We shared so many great times and memories. You were a big big part of our family. We will all miss you so very much. Our sincerest condolences ip Tom and Tammy and all the family. May you rejoice in Heaven with our Lord and Mom and family. We will be together again. Please know that we all Loved YOU VERY MUCH.
I Loved him with all my Heart he was Great to all of us
I loved him with all my heart. He was kind and generous to everyone who knew him. Rest in Peace Uncle Tom
Sorry for the O’Leary family loss Tom will greatly missed!
Tammy, I’m so sorry for your loss. I know how close you and your Dad were. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
My sincere sympathy to all of toms family and friends. He was a great man loved by all who knew him. Never spoke Ill of anyone or anything. My friend my whole life. Proud to have known him and his friendship. Rest In Peace my friend. I’ll see you in the sun. Jackie liapes
Tammy and Tommy I’m so sorry, we all loved Uncle Tom so much…he will be missed. Hugs to both of you ❤️ RIP Uncle Tom
To Tom and family..I knew your Dad for many many years as he and my Dad were friends thru the years.Tom im so sorry for your loss..I know how close you were,and all you did for him..Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers and that your Dad is raising heck with all his friends who im sure met him at the Gates of Heaven.Love ou old friend and prayers go out to you and your family..
my sincere sympathy to tom’s family and many many many friends. my lifelong friend you were loved by all who knew you. i’ll miss you. rest in peace my friend. it’s your deal. Jackie liapes
So sorry to hear , mike will be missed by many…i am truly saddened to hear. My condolences to jess, his girls an family an friends 🙏😢🙏💙
Uncle Tom I was one of the most kindest yet toughest man I’ve ever met he had a heart of gold and will help anybody you need it. He would give you the last dollar in his pocket if you needed it and the shirt off his back he sing and dance and have the best stories of anyone I’ve ever known and love to tell them you could always see the joy on his face it was definitely Infectious , He will always be an idol of mine as long as I will live Vaya Con Dios teo Which means till the next time we meet love you buddy
Uncle Tom was one of the kindest most generous person you could ever meet in your life willing to give you the last dollar in his pocket or the shirt off his back loves helping people, he was the greatest storyteller you’ve ever could know always singing and dancing and just love making people laugh it was an honor to be lucky enough to have him as my uncle and he will always be an idol of mine as long as I live , Fly high old buddy I will never forget you I love you RIP
Tommy and family. Fond and funny memories of Turk. My brother Scratch and him are probably sharing and all night card game. Sorry for your loss 🙏. Nancy Scarselletta.
Tommy and family sorry for your loss. Fond memories of Turk. I believe my brother Scratch and him are playing cards. Nancy Scarselletta.
Tom, I’m sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sorry for your loss
Tom and Wendy so very sorry for your loss.Miss seeing you both
RIP Turkey Tom . Sorry for your loss to the family . He was a funny man and loved his card games back in the day. Rest Easy…..
Tommy,
I could never say enough good things about your dad and how he really cared for others. He took my dad in and helped him for many years. He even got him into the nursing home. I could never repay him or thank him enough for everything he did for my dad. This was just one of his many friends he looked out for. I am so sorry for your loss.
Tom and Wendy, so sorry to hear of dad’s passing. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Hugs
Karen Emmons
I will miss him forever, my heart is heavy, we had many good times and many private jokes. We could look at each other and know what the other one was thinking. I can never repay him for all he did for me all thru our lives. Till we meet again brother, know I loved you. MaryAnn O’Leary Warfel
Tom, Tammy and family, George and I were sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing. He was a great friend to George and they had a fun time going to the races, playing cards and trips to the casino. He and Toni were at our wedding and we had lots of laughs on a trip to Atlantic City. He was the life of the party and would do anything for a friend. RIP Tom until we meet again. George and Nikki Phinney
Tony Bruno is reminiscing with me of all the times they had as kids. Tony has quite a few stories.
Your dad will be missed.
Tommy, Wendy and of course Tammy, I can’t express how sorry I am ,as you know, I was a ‘regular’ visitor ( just last week) , and he will be sorely missed by many, he lived his life on his terms, and I can only be so lucky to have known him .
Gods speed , his table is reserved! ❤️
Tammy and Tom Sorry to hear of your Dads passing my thoughts and prayers are with you .
Tommy,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
I know that you will miss him, but I also know that it will get easier as the days pass. If you remember the good times, he will always be there with you. I remember that you both had that mischievous twinkle in your eyes, and I know that he was, and still is, proud of you as his son.
Bev and I, and I’m sure all your “old” teammates, wish you and your family warm and positive memories of your Dad.
Fondly, Coach Davis
Sorry for your loss Tommy and Tammy and everyone that loved him. Uncle Tommy was loved so much by so many people. Always had a kind word and a smile on his face. Love you uncle “Turkey Tom”❤️