Thomas Boyle, Sr.

Thomas P. Boyle, Sr., age 92, of Newtown Square, PA, went to his eternal rest surrounded by his devoted and loving wife Rose, his adoring children and grandchildren on October 10, 2016.



Born in Philadelphia to the late William F. and Nora Lee Boyle; Thomas was a graduate of St. Tommy Moore High School and Temple University. For over 30 years, he worked as a civilian employee for the United States Marine Corps. He was a distinguished World War II veteran serving his country honorably for the United States Coast Guard aboard the U.S.S. Lowe; Destroyer Escort 325.



Thomas is survived by his beloved wife Rose (Cleary), formerly of Cloughjordan, County Tipperary, Ireland; his cherished children: Bernadette Boyle, Lorraine and Don Richardson, Deidre and Jim Costello, Annmarie Andress-Schlitter and Jim Schlitter, Dr. Sheila Boyle and Colonel Kevin Weber USMC Retired, Tom and Kathy Boyle, Bill and Christine Boyle and Siobhan Boyle. He is also survived by his 16 grandchildren. Thomas was pre-deceased by his brother Dr. William F. Boyle, who is survived by his wife Phyllis, and their children: Mary Ann, Aimee, Jenifer and Nora and their spouses.



Tom, or Uncle Tommy, as he was affectionately known by so many of his relatives and friends, was good natured and warm hearted. He worked tirelessly and was fully dedicated to providing for his dear bride, Rose and the family they created together. He was renowned by all for his great smile and positive attitude towards everything in life, good and bad. His disposition was repeatedly noted by his diligent doctors, nurses and caregivers at Bryn Mawr Hospital during his most recent stay. He was a gifted story-teller, who found great joy in telling of a good tale as well as listening to everyone else's. He made everyone feel important with his kind and generous spirit. He had a deep appreciation for all things of beauty: be it his lovingly tendered gardens, his hand rendered paintings of ships, seascapes and lighthouses or in the play of the clouds and colors of the setting sun. His deepest fullfillment was found spending time with his family in the home which he designed and treasured so. The son of Irish immigrants from Counties Donegal and Mayo he served God, Country, Wife and Family relying on his firm faith that he often expressed through our ancestor's motto: "Dominus Providebit"; "The Lord Will Provide". On a cool, crisp October eve, we sadly bid farewell to our Dad, as he lived, with a smile and a song.



Relatives and friends are invited to visitation, Friday, October 14th from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM and ***Saturday, October 15th from 9:30-10:30 AM*** at The Donohue Funeral Home, 3300 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073 and to his Funeral Mass, Saturday at 11:00 AM at St. Anastasia Church, 3301 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073. Interment SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery, Springfield, PA. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to: Devereux Autism Services 139 Leopard Road, Berwyn, PA 19312.