Thomas Murray Kelleher, 69, of Phoenix, passed away on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 after battling cancer. He is survived by his wife of forty-seven years, Mimi Flood Kelleher; his three children Kim Lawson, Scott and Tim; Son-in-Law Chris Lawson; two grandchildren Kacey and Logan Lawson; two sisters Christine and Tracy Brown; Brother-in-Law Ron Brown; brother Cornelius; Sister-in-Law Donna; as well as numerous nieces and nephews; and two adored pups Sam and Shelbi. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Millicent Kelleher and two brothers Timothy and Jerome. Tom worked hard, loved his family and friends, and lived life to the fullest. Visitation will be held Monday, April 30, 2018 from 6:00 P.M. -8:00 P.M. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 P.M. at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home. Memorial Mass will be held at Brophy Chapel 4701 N. Central Avenue Phoenix, 85012 on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at 4:00 P.M. A Private Burial will take place at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Department of Palliative Medicine, Banner Boswell Medical Center located at 10401 W. Thunderbird Blvd, Sun City, AZ 85351. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85018.
Jackie Such
I’m so sorry, Mimi, for the loss of your Tom.
You both will be in our prayers.
Tom and Jackie Such
Cheryl Quinn
Oh Mimi, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Tom. I am so glad we were able to see you and talk to both of you at the reunion. I remember Tom from grade school and always thought he was so handsome!! I am glad you were able to spend 47+ years together, even though that just isn’t enough. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please accept my deepest sympathy
Cheryl (Neulieb) Quinn
Karen Castelblanco
Mimi,
I am heartbroken for your loss of Tom. I am sending you a huge hug from HB. May you and your family find peace and strength together during this hard time. May Tom rest in peace with the Lord.
Susan Novick
Oh Mimi, Laurie and I are both so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Sending love and prayers to you and your family.
Susan and Laurie Novick
Christie Whitbeck
Kim, Mimi and family,
I am so sorry. I hope that you find comfort in the closeness of your family and the joyful memories. My love and prayers to you all.
Christie whitbeck
Sue Dorfman
Mimi,
Bob and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Tom. We have so many wonderful memories of Tom. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers .
Sue and Bob Dorfman
Randy Rottler
Mimi,
Marilyn and I are sorry to hear of your loss. We have such fond memories of our times in Germany with you, Tom , and little Kim. Prayers for you and your family.
Randy and Marilyn Rottler
Cherie Tucker
Dear Mimi,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Love,
Cherie Tucker
Marcy Buentello
We are so sorry for your loss. We never knew Tom very well but we know Kim and Mimi well and they always spoke nothing but amazing words. I know he’s in a better place and he has an amazing family still here on earth he will look over. Many blessings for the Kelleher and Lawson family.
Love, The Buentello’s
Kathy Hansen
Mimi – I didn’t know Tom, but I cannot imagine the tremendous void a partner of 47 years leaves in your life.. My sincere condolences to your entire family.
Regina Alcantara
Mimi,
I’m at a loss of words for you . I’m so sorry that has been battling cancer but I know that you gave him all the love, support and courage he needed while he battled. Tho I didn’t know him personally I am comforted that He and Fr. Christian entered the gates of Heaven side by side! Xoxo Regina
Carol Hudsonpillar
So very sorry for your loss, Kim and family.
Mary Jo Mastrog Toth
Mimi, I’m so sorry to hear about Tom. I know it’s not easy.I’ll see you at the rosary. In my thoughts and prayers are with you and Tom.
Mary Wicke
Mimi
I am sadden to hear of Tom’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. My home is open to you anytime you want to come to HB. Big hugs
Love, Mary
Paula Tiedt
Dear Mimi ,
So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Love
Paula
Ted Leenerts
Mimi and family,
Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers go out to you as you grieve the loss of Tom. May you feel God’s presence of peace, grace, and love during this sad time.
In Deepest Heartfelt Sympathy,
Ted & Carol Leenerts
(Brophy classmate & spouse)
Maureen Van Winkle
Dearest Mimi,
I am so sorry for your great loss….may Gods’s peace be with you all…may His comforting embrace give you strength in the days ahead…you remain in my prayers sweet Mimi…
Love,
Maureen Van Winkle
TTF
Tim Hughes
Had no idea the Tom was sick and just saw him at the Reunion. He was a great classmate and teammate and an all around good person. Very sorry to hear of his passing and have only good memories of Tom. Mimi, you and your family are in our prayers . Our deepest sympathies in this really tough time.
Steve Slack
Mimi, I am so sorry.
Mary Godfrey-Tappe
The Kelleher’s lived across the street from my family many years ago on 16th Drive in Phoenix, I know Tom’s mom Millie and my mom were friends. I am sorry to see Tom has passed away, please accept my sincere condolences.
Trudy Muckerman McCleary
Mimi, I shared your loss with sister Judy, who unfortunately does not do the web, and she asked me to share her condolences on the parting of Tom. She understands your grief as she lost her husband, Paul, years ago. I too send my prayers your way.
Trudy
Rosemary James
Mimi,
We would like to extend to you and your family our prayers and sympathies. All our love, Rose and John James
Howard Boyd
Oh Mimi, I just saw your post on Facebook. I am in a state of shock and so, so saddened to hear of your loss of Tom and a good friend I will never forget. I can picture our time together in Germany like it was yesterday. So many good memories of you and Tom. My prayers are with you and Tom, Kim and the whole family.
GOD BLESS YOU TOM!
Kathy Unverferth
Dear Mimi…I am so sorry for your loss. You two had such a beautiful marriage. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sylvia Mangan
Mimi: We are praying for you and thinking of you during this terribly, sad time.
Sya and Larry Mangan
Dan and Darlene Rankin
Kim & family- We are so sorry for your loss and are praying for each of you during this difficult time.
God Bless,
Darlene and Dan
Pamela England Lasher
Tom and his family lived next door to my family for many years on 16th drive in Phoenix. I was so sad to hear of his passing. Please accept my condolences in these difficult times.
Dave Chelgren
Our heartfelt condolences to Tom’s family and friends
Dave & Vanita Chelgren
Alamogordo NM
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