• Thomas Lahey

    October 10, 2021
  • Thomas Lahey

    November 20, 1928 – October 8, 2021

    Passed peacefully away at the Veterans Pavilion St. John’s on Friday October 8, 2021, Korean War Veteran, Thomas Lahey age 92 years.

    Predeceased by his parents Michael and Lucy, parents-in-law Andrew and Sarah Power, brothers Joseph and Michael, sisters Agatha, Margaret Ann, and Dora, first-born twins Theresa and Jerry.

    He will be sadly missed by his wife Bride (Power) of 61 years, his 7 children Theresa (Gord), Jackie (Ron), Jerry (Jennifer), Elaine (Cliff), Andy, Tommy (Avril), David, 11 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, and a large number of brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.

    A sincere thank-you to Dr. McKelvie, Dr. Abumus, and the nurses and staff at the Whitbourne Clinic and Carbonear Hospital. To the doctors, nurses, and staff at Veterans Pavilion, heartfelt gratitude for your professional and compassionate care during his final days.

    Thank-you also to the Sisters and Father Tony who visited and prayed with Tom.

    Not forgetting his compassionate home support worker Clarice Newhook and his dear friend Ted Newhook who spent so much time with Tom and was a faithful travel companion to monthly Legion meetings.

    Cremation has taken place. Arrangements and services have been entrusted to and will occur at Holloways Funeral Home, Whitbourne and will take place Tuesday, October 12.

    ​​The Royal Canadian Legion will hold a private service at the funeral home from 12:30 to 1:00, visitation will be from 1:00 to 3:00, and funeral service (by invitational only) will be held at 3:00, to be followed by interment at St. Joseph’s RC Cemetery, Long Harbour Road.

    In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Tom’s memory to the Parkinson’s Society NL.

     

  • 18 comments

    Judy Lilly

    10 Oct 2021

    Sending condolences to Bride and family. So sorry to read about this. RIP Tom.

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    Anne & Bill Vaters

    10 Oct 2021

    Rest quietly and peacefully in the arms of our Saviour, our Lord Jesus.

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    Clarence and Colleen Power

    10 Oct 2021

    Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time. Mr. Lahey was a wonderful person. He took part in our Holy Family Remembrance Day services for many years. We loved listening to him and we all learned so much from him. Rest In Peace Mr. Lahey 🙏🏻

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    Brian Warren

    10 Oct 2021

    So sorry for your loss.

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    Ford Temple

    10 Oct 2021

    Our condolences to Bride and all the family. I have many fond memories of Tom. He had a wonderful sense of humor and always had a joke every time he visited the Pharmacy. He was the type of person who always put a smile on your face. Rest in peace Tom.

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    Mae (Langer) Bishop

    10 Oct 2021

    So sorry to hear Tom's passing. Condolences to bride and the family.

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    Lori (Power) Maidment

    10 Oct 2021

    My heartfelt condolences go out to you all. keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

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    William Power

    10 Oct 2021

    Aunt Bride Elaine and I were very sorry to hear this sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.

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    Gwen Legge

    10 Oct 2021

    Condolences to all the Lahey,Power families and friends sorry to hear of Mr. Lahey’s Passing.

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    Christina Coish

    10 Oct 2021

    Aunt Bride and family, I am so sorry to hear this news. My fondness memory is the bed that Uncle Tom made me. My deepest condolences to you all xx Christina

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    Carol and Earl Burke

    11 Oct 2021

    Our condolences to Bride and family on your loss. Our prayers are with you as you say good-bye to Tom, surrounded by your family.

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    Edna & Michael Mallay

    11 Oct 2021

    Oue sincere condolences to all the family. May he rest in peace

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    Bernard Piercey & Violet Way.

    11 Oct 2021

    Our sincere condolences to the family enjoyed his presence at the Memorial Services.Rest in peace.

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    Cynthia & Larry Smith

    12 Oct 2021

    Sincere condolences to all the family. He certainly was a very lovely person. He and my father had a very special bond. Hugs to all…

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    Donna Piercey

    12 Oct 2021

    Condolences to Bride and family. Tom was a wonderful man who always had a kind smile and a great sense of humour. RIP Tom

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    Helena Thorne

    12 Oct 2021

    So sad to hear of Tom's passing He will surely be missed in our community/parish. Sympathy and Prayers to his wife Bride and their children. RIP Tom you sure earned it. May the songs of the angels guide you

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    Lisa Harnum

    12 Oct 2021

    Condolences to all of uncle Toms family and friends! He was a wonderful man! RIP Uncle Tom❤️

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    Brian St George

    13 Oct 2021

    Bride and All Your Family's. So Very Sorry for Your Loss! R.I.P. Tom!

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