Thomas Howley

Truly a great loss. Tom was the most charismatic man I've known with an unforgettable smile. I have so many memories from the many years I knew him, from being a little girl and always begging him to "swing me", to all the trips up north to Torch Lake, boating, skiing, tubing, and having the best times of my life. After getting older we kept in touch by catching up on phone calls, sometimes talking for hours. He was a very easy person to talk to. I miss him dearly and he'll always hold a place in my heart. With love, Joan Pool

Love ya, my lifelong friend. You moved at your own pace, stopping to smell the flowers, or talk someone, or take a detour - many adventures began with "yea, we're ready but we're waiting on Howley"...and we always wiated :-). Rest in peace - you will be missed. And we will continue tell Howley stories for years!

Rest In Peace Tom, always had a smile.

On the 1st anniversary of Tom’s passing I reflect back over the many years of friendship and good times we had growing up and attending St. Andrew School. How many times did I miss curfew while out cruising with Tom! The fun I had working with him (starting about noon)! After I moved to Florida Tom visited several times. It was always great to see him and party in Ft. Lauderdale, especially the Elbo Room. It was sad to see his health deteriorate after his strokes. But he still had that same big smile when I would see him on my visits back to Saginaw. He will be remembered as a great friend and classmate as we grew up and learned about life together. He is greatly missed.

My friendship with Tom started on Jan. 6,1964, my first day as a new student at St. Andrew Elementary School. That friendship lasted over 56 yrs. Through the years Tom remained a valued friend. Tom was loyal and generous to a fault. Tom was willing to help and lend support unconditionally. At times when we hadn't spoken or seen each for awhile, we were able to pick up the friendship as if no time had passed. As we both got older, Tom assimilated himself into my immediate family, with the kids always looking forward to "Mr. Howley's" visits. The effects of his strokes impaired him and limited his mobility, but he remained optimistic and upbeat making our visits all the more special, retelling stories and sharing memories (over and over). They say at times life can be cruel, and this is evidenced in the last 10 or so years of Tom's life, but he continued to fight and strive for the life he previously had. i will miss my friend but take solace that he is now at peace. Thanks for the memories.