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Thomas Edward Joyce Sr.

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Thomas Joyce Obituary

Joyce Sr., Thomas Edward beloved husband of Nancy Lee (nee Buell), cherished father of Anna Mae (David) Longaker, Nancy Brigid (Jack) Brown, Aurelia Treasa Pace and Thomas Edward Jr. (Jodi) Joyce, devoted grandfather of David and Tommy Longaker, Jack III (Brandee), Nancy, Michael and A.J. Brown, Adam Pace, Cali Lee and Jenna Joyce. Treasured great-grandfather of Brooke Brown and one on the way??? Thomas was dearly loved by his longtime caregivers, Juanita and Cynthia. Thomas was born July 4, 1908, in Westport, County Mayo Ireland and he immigrated to the United States with his mother at age 14. He received a bachelor's degree in Philosophy from Loyola University and his law degree from DePaul University in 1934. He then went on to receive a Master's Degree in Law from John Marshall Law School. Thomas continued to practice law in Chicago, for 60 years. Funeral Monday, 9:30 a.m., from Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero Ave., Chicago, to Queen of All Saints Basilica for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Contributions to the Norman B. Barr Camp's Children Fund, P.O. Box 70, Williams Bay, WI, 53191, in memory of Thomas would be appreciated. Visitation Sunday, 4 to 8 p.m. 773-736-3833 or www.smithcorcoran.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 29 to May 1, 2006.

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Bob Napleton

May 15, 2006

Tommy. My brother Paul(as you know he's always a day late and a dollar short)just told me about the death of your father.Please accept my condolences.From all accounts,he was a legendary and proud man who was successful at almost everything he got involved in.Once again,I'm sorry for your loss. Clare and I will keep him in our prayers.God Bless.

Janice McCann

May 9, 2006

Nancy and Family, I'm sorry to hear of Tom's passing, and for your loss. It was an honor and privilege to know such a fine man.

David & Carla Genelly

May 1, 2006

Tom left us with a legacy of a life well lived, an example of how to face every situation with determination but kindness as well. We were privileged to have him as a client and friend

Chris & Mary Fogarty

April 30, 2006

What a full life! He also did his part

for Ireland's freedom.

April 29, 2006

My deepest sympathies to the Joyce family.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.



Carol Foster Anzilotti

McKay Class of '71

John Vieraitis

April 29, 2006

To a man remembered then and now. Best wishes to you, friends & family.

Bill Schumacher

April 29, 2006

Dear Nancy and All the Family; I just read about Tom's passing on line. I am very sorry and send my heartfelt sympathy and prayers. I am with you in spirit. I enjoyed my many visits with him and will never forget the day Tom drove me downtown to catch the South Shore after I visited at the Company Office. His death will not only be a loss to all of you but to his many friends and business associates and the shareholders of the EBA. Again my thoughts and prayers are with you.

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