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Marguerite posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, May 17, 2020
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It is now over a month since Tommy's passing. In fact I think today is his Birthday. It has taken me a long time to post a memory as I feel I did not want to accept Tommy's passing. Then I though he may not be with us physically but will always be with us in our hearts and memories. When I read all the memories and thoughts friends and family posted, I thought "I wish I too could have spent more time with Tommy and Sue" Then I thought it's not the time spent it was the quality. And boy was it quality when you were with Tommy and Sue. There are just too many memories and moments to post - it would take a decade. The ongoing comments were Tommy's stories and he just kept us laughing. I will post 2 memories that still keep me laughing and smiling. One was when they first moved into their 1st home in Seaford. The crew was there to christian their home. Tommy telling stories and picking up the mess we were making. There is that saying when someone is making you laugh "I am going to .... in my pants and my stomach is hurting so bad. That night proved this saying to be true. The 2nd memory was at Sue and Tommy's 2nd home in Seaford by the water. Sue was hosting our 65th birthday reunion. Sue had us all laughing this time and later on I just so happened to look in Tommy's direction. The expression on his face while looking at Sue is something I will never forget. Pure and perfect Love. So happy to say that is my last memory of Tommy. This is the picture I now see of both Sue and Tommy. I look up at the stars every night and say a prayer for you. There are so many people taking care of Sue for you. With love, Marguerite
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Your Loving Wife Sue. planted a tree in memory of Thomas Hurley
Friday, April 24, 2020
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To my forever Angel, not only here on earth, like you once were, but now in Gods' Arms, I miss everything about you, Your constant words Love you 831 Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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The DeMarco’s posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
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“The world should be a better place because a man has lived.”
Our dear friend, Tommy, was that man.
Forever Love ❤️ & Peace,
John, Suzie & Johnny O
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Jim Raimondi posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
There comes a time in life when all good friends must depart
But rest assured my friend, you will always be in my heart
RIP Tommy
Your friend always,
Jim Raimondi
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Susan Posted May 18, 2020 at 12:18 AM
Not A friend Jimmy a brother, you were like a brother to us, always ready to help in any situation! look for signs from Tommy as he loved you, have such great memories of all the good times we share together xoxo
Love you both, and for all the beautiful flowers you had planted for us ! Xoxo
Can’t wait for you to be home !
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Jim Raimondi posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
I really don't know where to begin.....we first met Tom when we were in the model home in Crescent Cove over 20 years ago. At the time we didn't't realize we would become best friends with him and Sue. Fast forward to the present day and we can not imagine life without him. Everyone should have people in their lives like Tommy and Sue. People you can depend on for ANYTHING at ANYTIME. Tommy was a straight arrow, honest to a fault. I think that's the quality that endeared me to him the most. Although he certainly had many other wonderful qualities to choose from.! He was fun and entertaining . He always had the best stories about his life experiences. He made us laugh until our sides hurt! And yes, he truly was a devoted husband, wonderful father and awesome Poppa Bear.
We have lost a great great friend and we have many happy memories that we can fondly look back on but the heartbreak will never end.
Rest in peace Tommy. We will always be here for Sue.
Love,
Denise and Jimmy Raimondi
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Marie lit a candle
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
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Dear Tommy, there are so many wonderful memories. I remember every Friday night you, Sue and Melissa use to come over and order Zeke’s pizza (because it was a .99 cent pie). After pizza we would all pile into the Wally World car and head to Rickels and that was our big Friday night out. There was another time we were going on vacation and you were following Richie and we ended up in Connecticut. We were suppose to be going to Rocking Horse Ranch.
When we all use to get together with our kids and your grandchildren, you would always make everyone laugh with your answers to games and then Sue would yell at you which would make us laugh even more.
Tom you were a gentle man. You touched so many people with your kindness and love. You were taken away from your family and friends so fast. You are loved and will be missed but you will always be in our hearts forever. Until we all meet again, rest my brother.
Love Marie
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Susan Hurley Posted Apr 21, 2020 at 10:33 PM
What a beautiful Tribute sister, to your brother, it pains my heart that just a few days ago, you talked to him and he was so excited to put his craft and looking forward, to recovering your chairs.. oh the laughs, the vacations, the daily rides in the Wally World car, it still seems like a nightmare that I lost my brother you your husband , and now your brother, my husband, it’s just seems like a nightmare that we will never wake up from, love you my sister, until we can meet again n visit Tom
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Marie DiTroia planted a tree in memory of Thomas Hurley
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
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Dear Tom May you Rest In Peace just knowing all the good and kindness you brought to all that love you. We will all miss you Desjardins , DiTroia Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Tabitha lit a candle
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
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We are truly saddened by the loss of our uncle, great uncle and brother. He always brightened our days with his stories and laughter. We will love you always!
Love Marie, Michael, Julie, Peter, Tabitha and Robert.
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Emily Palazzo planted a tree in memory of Thomas Hurley
Sunday, April 19, 2020
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I will forever remember all the laughs we had with you and Susan, Rest In Peace my nephew. Love Emily Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Carol Penkal posted a condolence
Sunday, April 19, 2020
Tommy will be sorely missed. The love that was shared between Tommy, his adorable wife and soulmate Sue, his daughter Melissa, Chris and grand babies was so rare and beautiful and a testament to a life well lived by a man who brought joy and laughter wherever he went. As I think back on the fun times with great friends I will always remember you light that Tommy brought to each gathering that I was fortunate to be a part of. My heart aches for Sue, Melissa, Chris and their beautiful children. May your wonderful memories help to heal your broken hearts.
With love,
Carol and Ken
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Susan Hurley Posted Apr 21, 2020 at 5:43 AM
Carol , thank you for your beautiful words ,
I’m overwhelmed by the love that we a
Are receiving, he will forever live inside of me
Surrounded by everyones love xoxo
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Susan Hurley Posted Apr 21, 2020 at 6:16 AM
Thank for the beautiful testament, we have shared endless, endless times, laughter and love for over 50 years, the one that stands in my mind the most, is the Tree house, when Tommy made the Tree house into a Manshion, for his Two princesses, securing all with Toilet paper, stuck in every hole, so we would be protected from the Rain,, HIM.. saying over and over WHO THE HELL LIVES IN A TREE HOUSE IN A THUNDER STORM, I’m scared,, let’s get the hell outta here! The memories, my heart is full.
Xo
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Dale Baldassano uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, April 19, 2020
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BY PAUL BALDASSANO
Tom Hurley
I have never been at a loss for words, but I am now. Tommy has been one of my closest friends for the better part of fifty years, and when I say "friends" that word isn't strong enough for the love and respect I have for Tommy.
He was much more than a friend.
When I heard of his passing from my wife Dale, I was driving. Luckily it was a deserted country road because I screamed and screamed and almost drove off the road. Luckily there was no one next to me.
I just couldn't believe it and didn't think it was possible. Not Tommy. I knew he was very sick but I just assumed he would pull through and call me to make a joke about some nurse in the hospital.
Thats what Tommy did, tell very funny stories of things that happened to him and we are still telling those stories today.
There are just to many to remember all in one sitting.
As I sit here in my workshop I can't see one thing he didn't help me move, paint or fix. And it had been that way since we bought our last house 40 years ago and this one almost 2 years ago. He was here a few weeks ago and we were discussing him helping me install a new carpet in my boat.
Whenever he would call me I was always excited to help him do something on his house or car because I know he really appreciated it and we had so much fun working together.
I can't count how many times he showed up here holding some broken piece of furniture, pottery or part from his boat to see if I could fix it.
Last month he came with a china stature of a bunch of rabbits he wanted me to fix and make a key for the music to play. He called me McGuiver. I loved it.
I can fix almost everything but there is a big hole in my life that I can't even begin to repair.
I will never forget Tommy and we will always be the best of friends to Sue who we love the most anyone can be loved.
Rest in Peace old friend.
Paul Baldassano
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Susan Hurley Posted Apr 21, 2020 at 5:55 AM
Brother from another mother, there are no words that can fill my heart with all that was written, your love for him is a testament of the man, who you a he is!
I know I will never be alone with you and my Dale beside me,,, Tommy rests easily knowing that,,,
The two of us with you 2 , made nothing but laughs!!
He always said PAUL IS MY IDOL, there’s nothing this guy can’t do,,, he should be famous, all he talked about that last week is I hope when we visit again we have a project to
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Melissa Posted Apr 21, 2020 at 11:46 AM
Paul, I love this so very much. More than you will ever know. And I know how much he loved you. Thank you for the amazing words. We know the hole in your heart too well. We feel the same pain that you so clearly painted with your beautiful words. In time, I am hoping we can all heal together. We love you. <3
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Dale and Paul planted a tree in memory of Thomas Hurley
Sunday, April 19, 2020
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Here's to you, Tom! Our brother from another mother! Thanks for the memories and love in life you readily gave! xxx&ooo Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Dale Baldassano uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, April 19, 2020
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BY DALE BALDASSANO
As I sit here and try to write about 50 years of sharing Tommy's life with us, it became totally impossible to write down any one moment which was my favorite. Each time he filled our lives with laughter, joy and a very precious gift--loving friendship. He was more than a friend! He and Sue remain family! You see each second we spent together turned into a classic story/stories of crazy escapades--one more hysterically funny than the last. We have fond memories of boating, camping at Twin Island Campgrounds, Candlewood Lake, moving into new homes (which they both would always assist with their design expertise), years of luncheons with our children, Action Park (which Sue absolutely hated because she got her face wet in a two-foot pool), themed-house parties, etc. The list of happy times goes on endlessly! How blessed are we to have shared these antics with him. Tom would always say when called upon by Paul, "Of course I'll help Paul! He'd do it for me too." And of course, Paul would always welcome the help; but even more than that, Tom's company was really great to be around. My house is a constant reminder of him now. To my protests of "DON'T BOTHER HIM!", Paul would always say, "I'm calling him anyway. I like having him around and he likes being around me too."
And now on to you, Tommy...
We didn't realize that night back in March, before all the hysteria of isolation, gloves, masks took hold of all our lives, would be your last time in our home. In your usual "Tommy manner", you turned to Paul and I as we stood in front of an antique wall phone Paul recently mounted in our hallway. You held the receiver in your hand and said "Does this work? Hello, hello..." I remember that moment so vividly and for that I am so grateful. You gave us one last Thomas Hurley memory! You were the best husband Sue could have wished for. Surely, yours was a match made in heaven and you were her guardian angel here on earth. You were a great father to your daughter, Melissa, a fabulous example of a family man to your son-in-law, Chris, and a loveable, adoring Poppa Bear to Alexandra, Madeline and Tyler. My hope is that one day we will be able to remember you with a gently smile on our faces instead of a tear in our eyes. We love you more than you know and can never forget you! May your spirit live in all our hearts always! Rest in Peace, Tom! We miss you tremendously and know now there is one more angel in heaven. Please pray for us in this time of loss especially your Sue and adoring family.
Love you forever, Buddy!
Dale
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Susan Hurley Posted Apr 21, 2020 at 6:06 AM
I’m am blown away, there are no words for this beautiful Testament to your brother you never had, an your bff, what a memory you both gave us , little did I know, when in the other room, Tommy, picked up that 100 old phone ! HELLO, HELLO! Tom now RIP, knowing I can count on my family you both, to get me through this devastating time ! NO WORDS, Except I love you both...
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Adrianna and Rob Smithline planted a tree in memory of Thomas Hurley
Saturday, April 18, 2020
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Rich & Maria posted a condolence
Saturday, April 18, 2020
GREAT MEMORIES & GREAT STORIES!
That is what Tommy left with us: From solider to tow truck driver to policeman to house decorator (under Sue’s guidance) Tommy did everything meticulously. A master at maintaining his own homes where every blade of grass stood at attention, to helping us with projects in our homes; Tommy was always willing to lend a hand. We have over 50 years of memories and stories that we will cherish forever. We have memories of Tommy dating Sue, their wedding day, Candlewood Lake picnics, Fire Island boating vacations with our kids, crazy parties at their first house, and more elegant parties at their cove house, Melissa’s sweet 16 and wedding. These are great memories we shared with Tommy & Sue. We never knew our last great summer get together would be our last memory we would have with you. Our hearts ache, it hurts! Tommy our true friend we miss you dearly!
Love,
Richie & Maria
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Susan Hurley uploaded photo(s)
Friday, April 17, 2020
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Where do I begin?
My Love, My Hero, My Best Friend, My Everything,as I sit here in shock,thinking how can this be?
And how do I go on? Without you my Very Being by my side?
I remember the night we first met, you saying
Dam, I’m gonna marry you?
With your Patton leather mahogany coat, and slick back hair, and plaid pants , and your Red hot souped-up hot car I in my mind,thought keep on dreaming buddy, little did I know months later I would fall head over heels in love with you?
After losing the first man in my life to a senseless war, little did I know, told to me by a medium, that you were hand picked out for me by him....
And the story began....
Finally came the time that I would take off my formers engagement ring, and what did you do?
You took his ring, gave it to a jeweler and had it reset for me to look more like a statement ring, then an engagement ring....
Here now you can wear the ring forever and he will always be with you!
And if that wasn’t enough?
After introducing you to his family, who fell head over heels for you, you became every part of there family, a son, a brother, a friend..... and recently poppa Tommy.
What kind of man does this ?
A man full of love, selflessness strong, adoring... yes, that’s you my sweet gentle giant.
Though ups and downs, through so many deaths of my love ones, I knew I could always count on you for support, a man so strong, and yet so fragile at times with so many fears, your warm and loving, personality was infectious, a testament to your character.
Loved by all, that met you...
Who knew after 3 years of dating our Marriage would be forever, only to surpass ,,, now and forever...
Four years after being my Knight in a Policeman’s Fireman’s uniforms, you would take on another roll, a roll as you stated with glee, you couldn’t wait, to have a ball of dust in your life , and when it does you wanted it to be a girl,who to this very moment, very second of each day, is a image of you, in every sense of the word, strong, tough, caring, loving, to me from the time she spoke her first words, all I ever see is you in her, every time she speaks, I say ... you two share a brain, she has come in full charge, stepping immediately into your shoes, to take over everything that you so well planned for our future,,, of what I have “no clue”
Of what is to be done!
A son who through you mentoring and teaching, stepped right into your role, of taking care and making sure that patriotism
Will be paid to you in every sense of the word, through his methodical character, of seeing things done right, in the matter it should be ....
You are truly a man, loved by all, as a friend, a husband, a mentor, a father to Melissa and Christopher and the greatest Poppa Bear any three blessings could ask for,
Alexandra, Twins, Madeline, and Tyler, even through your battle through Parkinson’s Disease there isn’t a time I can remember where you weren’t on the Floor, rolling, jumping on, nose pulling, ears being tucked at,
You never ventured away, from those precious days, I remain with the sound of there giggles, laughs and smiles, whose voices ring in my ears,
With them jumping up and down ... Poppa is here, Poppa is here!
With all said and done, you can sleep well my love in the arms of heaven, as you need not worry ,,, YOUR DAUGHTER, has got this !
Till I can be in your arms once again, so the story goes,,, I love you More today then Yesterday , forever and always, sleep tight my Love till I’m in your arms once again...
You left with wings, I’m here
With a heart that was ripped to sheds... you will be missed by all especially hearing all your funny stories... we could have written a book together!
Till we are together again babe !
8/3/1 ... our song... “I LOVE HOW YOU LOVE ME!
FOREVER and ALWAYS Xoxo
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Charles K. Smith Posted Apr 17, 2020 at 6:34 PM
I worked with Tom at JFK. A more honest, dutiful, hard worker could not be found. To see that this strong man could pass was like a punch in the gut. He was admired and loved.
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ralph lafemina Posted Apr 19, 2020 at 5:14 PM
Tom was a friend and a colleague, my wife and I have very fond memories of our time together, vacationing, and
being with Sue & Tom on a regular basis, always laughing and having a good time. You will be missed my friend.
We will be here for Sue.
Love Jan & Ralph Lafemina
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Christopher Vion uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, April 16, 2020
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You passed early Friday morning on a Good Friday. With that, my life changed forever. I don’t know where to begin or end for that matter. I’m practically broken. I’ve never felt a pain this bad before. In time, I hope this pain becomes somewhat manageable. As the days come and go since your passing, I’ve tried to remain strong for Sue, Melissa and the kids. But now that I’m alone, sitting on the couch in our basement, it’s hard. It’s hard to fathom your gone and how quickly it occurred. You left us way too soon with too much to still do as a family. I can hear you say “Come on, I would just slow you down.” The impact you made on my life will forever be monumental. You took me in 14 years ago when I first started dating Melissa. You’ve guided me through life (with a story to tell along the way), a great listener, a great teacher and coach not only with family, but within my career as well, you never judged, but always played it fair. I know I wasn’t always perfect, but knowing how often you thought of me as your own son breaks me down emotionally today. You should still be here. You were my mentor - a father figure to me, someone I always looked up to, a role model. To quote a line that I hold onto... I don’t know if we had a destiny or if we’re all floating around accidental like on a breeze... maybe it’s both. Maybe both can happen at the same time. In 2006 when I met your daughter who I fell in love with, I gained a father as well. That was my destiny. Both occurred. It didn’t stop there. You were the most amazing grandfather. Alexandra, Madeline and Tyler are going to miss you tremendously. They already do. Before I go, I’m looking at the clock. It reads 10:15. One week ago around this time we called an ambulance for you - hoping hospital care for a short period of time would have you on the mend. As your son, I always called you Tom. I wish I could have had the opportunity either in person or over the phone to tell you these four words in your final moments... I love you, Dad.
Christopher
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Melissa Vion uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, April 16, 2020
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Dad, You were my first love and will be my last until my own dying breath is taken. You gave me the life that every little girl dreams of, and now I hope that I can give that to your three grandbabies. Alexandra, Madeline and Tyler adored you MORE than you will ever know. You were a mentor not only to them and me, but also to my husband, who misses you immensely. I don't even know where to begin with Mommy. The love you two shared, was one of a kind. In your absence, I promise to try to give her the life that you provided her with or to surpass it. You set the bar high though, so the ladder may be impossible. I do not think that she could ever admire or love life more than with you. I can only hope that Heaven is better than the Earth you left. We will miss you deeply and think of you every second, of every day. We love you to the Moon and Back and one million times around. 8.3.1 Rest easy our sweet Poppa Bear.
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Thursday, April 16, 2020
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