Thomas Domnick Kenny
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elevated jh8L2 KENNY, Thomas Domnick – Toronto, Canada, (formerly of Keoltown, Mullingar, Co Westmeath and Crimlin, Castlebar, Co Mayo)
elevated jh8L2 After bravely facing an eight year battle with cancer, Tom passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on Saturday, August 29, 2020 at the age of 70. He was the beloved husband to the late Laura; the loving and devoted father of Ena, Adrian, Nicholas, Celia, Trevor, Peter and Margot; brother of Mary, Nora, Anne, John, James, Rita and Patrick. Tom will be deeply missed by his grandchildren Esmé, Ronan, Henry and Autumn, and his partner Lauren, as well as his cousins, nieces and nephews, and extended family near and far. Tom’s family will never forget his friends, neighbours, and colleagues, whose unflagging love and support carried him through his illness and the years since Laura’s passing. He will be remembered for being down to earth, for offering a helping hand to anyone in need, for his sense of humour and his love of storytelling. His belief in the importance of community was attested to by his volunteer work with the local hockey league and his involvement in the Irish community in Toronto and back at home in Ireland.
elevated jh8L2 The family wishes to thank his healthcare teams at Princess Margaret and Sunnybrook. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tom’s name to the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre:
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elevated jh8L2 A private Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at 11:00 a.m., at Blessed Trinity Roman Catholic Church. A live stream will be available online at https://blessed-trinity.click2stream.com
elevated jh8L2 We are so very grateful for the love and comfort of all Tom’s friends, neighbours and family, and for making his life so full of happiness.
Deepest sympathy to the Kenny family on the passing of a true gentleman Tom, he was such a great character and we have so many fond memories of his visits to Ireland. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. RIP Tom. x
Deepest sympathy to Tom’s partner,family and friends in Toronto and in Ireland.A great man for story telling and talking of old times growing up in his native Mayo.
Deepest sympathy to the Kenny and Lauren.
Tom was a very special friend to the Irish community in Toronto especially Mayo and Westmeath Associations.
Rest in peace Tom.
Kenny you were a smart son of a gun. Great welder, fitter and draughtsman back in Ireland in the late 60’s and early 70’s with Borb Na Mona.
I followed you to Toronto and you sorted me out with a job in draughting. You showed me the ropes.
Kind, bighearted and when you met Laura you were a made man.
Funny, tough, great hands and creativity.
Will miss the few pints and the craic
I could go on and one.
Rest In Peace Kenny
You left a big vacant space.
Thank you very much.
He was certainly very proud of his country & heritage.
It was lovely spending time with you at the many events.
I wish you health & happiness & continued wonderful storytelling.
Lauren
We were saddened to learn of Tom’s passing. He and your Mother were such great role models for all of you with their community involvement in church, hockey and school. We are sending our thoughts and prayers to all of you at this sad time. The Dunn Family
Our condolences to the Kenny family and Lauren on the passing of Tom RIP.
Thank you very much, your condolences are appreciated.
Lauren
So sorry to hear about Tom’s death, may he Rest In Peace. I had many lovely conversations with Tom about growing up in Ireland, and had a lovely chat with him a short time ago. He was a wonderful man and loved his Irish Heritage. Our sincere sympathy to the Kenny family and Lauren. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Thank you very much for your condolences. He will indeed be greatly missed.
Happy to hear you had a recent lovely chat.
Lauren
My deepest sympathies to the Kenny family on the passing of Tom. I had the pleasure of knowing him through the Chamber of Commerce, a rare man of energy, positivity and empathy.
Rest in Peace Tom.
Tom was an active and enthusiastic member of the Ireland Canada Chamber of Commerce (ICCCTO). The board and management send deepest condolences. He will be greatly missed.
Saddened to hear of Tom’s passing from the Apostles of Ireland, Toronto. Tom was a highly respected member for many years.
Our deepest condolences to the Kenny Family and Friends.
Tom was a true gentleman and will be sadly missed by all who knew him. I enjoyed being in his company.
Rest in Peace, my friend.
Our heartfelt sympathies go out to Ena, Adrian, Nicholas, Celia, Trevor, Peter and Margot; brother of Mary, Nora, Anne, John, James, Rita and Patrick and to all Tom’s extended family and friends. Our prayers are with you all at this very sad time.
“Go mbeidh na h-Aingeail sna Flaithís ag fanacht le Tomás” is an old Irish Blessing which translates to say “May the angels in Heaven be waiting for dearest Tom”.
Tom Kenny was no doubt snatched too soon from all of us but he leaves behind him many kind and enduring memories. Together with the late Laura, he and she now leave a virtuous mark on all who knew and luckily passed their way.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasal
Special Memories of Tom from our school days in Mullingar, Ireland.
May he rest in peace.
Our sincerest condolences to the Kenny Family on Tom’s passing. Always enjoyed meeting and chatting with him. A true Irishman and gentleman.
May he Rest In Peace.
Ken and Maura Walsh
Dear Ena, Adrian, Nicholas, Celia, Trevor, Peter, and Margot my sincere sympathies to all of you at this very sad time, made all the more difficult during these strange times. We watched from a far the beautiful mass and the many tributes paid to Tom, leading on to the cemetery and the final end of his journey to be with Laura again. As he wished the sun shone as one of his many favorite songs played out “Someday we will meet again.”
I could see that all his wishes were cared for. He would be very proud of each and every one of you. We will always cherish and remember the many happy times we had together, not forgetting the sad times that our families have been through. We also extend our sympathies to Lauren at this difficult time, you are in our thoughts and prayers. As Tom would say, stay strong, take care and always be there for each other
Goodbye big brother, I will miss your many long chats on the phone now silent and gone forever but never forgotten, rest in peace.
Jimmy, Nicola & Louise – Dublin, Ireland
Thank you very much, Jim, Nicola & Louise for your thoughtful message. It’s hard to believe he’s gone. Life will never be the same. But then again, that’s life, isn’t?
Wishing you all health & happiness,
Love from Lauren
Dear Ena, Adrian, Nicholas, Celia, Trevor, Peter, and Margot my sincere sympathies to all of you at this very sad time, made all the more difficult during these strange times. We watched from a far the beautiful mass and the many tributes paid to Tom, leading on to the cemetery and the final end of his journey to be with Laura again. As he wished the sun shone as one of his many favorite songs played out “Someday we will meet again.”
I could see that all his wishes were cared for. He would be very proud of each and every one of you. We will always cherish and remember the many happy times we had together, not forgetting the sad times that our families have been through. We also extend our sympathies to Lauren at this difficult time, you are in our thoughts and prayers. As Tom would say, stay strong, take care and always be there for each other.
Goodbye big brother, I will miss your many long chats on the phone now silent and gone forever but never forgotten, rest in peace.
Jimmy, Nicola & Louise – Dublin, Ireland
Deepest sympathies to all the Kenny Clan. What a touching service in memory of Tom. It was a wonderful tribute to a man that will be missed dearly. He would be so proud of you all and know he is smiling down on each and every one of you.
So sorry to hear about the passing of Tom. He was brave right up to the end. He has been in prayers and now I know he will watch over all his family forever. Blessings. RIP
Tom’s passing leaves a big hole in Toronto’s Irish community. A friendly face at the many events he supported where so many of us always appreciated his good humour and positivity. I can only imagine what a favourable impression of Ireland so many Canadians would have been left with from their dealings with Tom. A true gem from the Emerald Isle. Rest in Peace Tom. Sincere condolences to you all.
Thank you, Cormac.
He was indeed a character that made many smile.
He will be greatly missed.
He certainly left a favourable impression of Ireland and more on this Canadian.
Lauren