Thomas JosephO'BRIENof Wilders Moor Close, Worsley and Dunmore, Co.Galway passed away peacefully in the wonderful care of St. Ann's Hospice, Little Hulton on Sunday February 18th following an illness bravely borne.
Tom was a loving brother and uncle, who cared deeply about his family and he always maintained a constant contact with his home in Ireland.
Tom worked as a teacher for many years at St. Thomas of Canterbury R.C. School, Higher Broughton before taking the role as head teacher at English Martyrs R.C. School in Urmston until his retirement. His love of teaching and education inspired so many of his students and work colleagues. Tom loved life. He loved nature and being outdoors. He was a keen walker and regularly went on long walks with his good friend John. Tom also loved sport and football in particular and was active in Salford Schools FA for many years and of course he was a lifelong fanatical supporter of Manchester United.
Tom will be greatly missed by his family, his wonderful neighbours and his wide circle of friends.
Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Tom at the Church of Christ the King in Walkden M28 3LN on Wednesday February 28th at 2pm following which Tom will make his final journey to his home town in Co.Galway where he will be laid to rest.
Donations in memory of Tom if desired to St. Ann's Hospice, Little Hulton.
All donations and enquiries to Eamonn A. Kennedy Funeral Directors, 390 Palatine Road, Northenden, Manchester M22 4FZ. Tel. 0161 945 2097.
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