Thomas Keough Obituary

Mrs. Keough, Colleen and Tommy,

I am so incredibly sorry to hear about Mr. Keough. It was so odd because we were driving by our old house, like we always do when we are by the neighborhood and he just so happened to be outside. We sat and talked to him for a little bit.

It was so nice to see him.

I just wanted to let you know that my prayers are with you all.

-Victoria(Dazzo)Lanigan

My sincere condolences in the loss of a husband and son. This message is for Gloria and Tom..I did not have the privilege of knowing his wife and children..Gloria, I do not know if you remember me...I am Sabina Kisala's younger dtr...I recd word about Tom, Jr. from my aunt and uncle who still live in
Palos Park..Clarence and Alice Kisala...they sent it to me and I recd it today...I hope you get this
late e-mail. I just recently lost
my sister (around Easter) Sandy.
I had to write to let you know that
your family will be in my thoughts and prayers...Tom's death is a very wrong progression in our life cycle.

I did not know how else to get in touch with you. May his widow and children gradually accept and know
that his memory will live on.

Cheryl Davis
Phoenix, Az.

Vicky,Colleen,Tommy and all of Tom's loving family and friends. My prayers are with you and your family. I just left Tom's wake and all I can say is what a beautiful tribute of love and devotion from so many people. We are all with you, not only today but as you continue to mourn. Vicky I love you and I would do anything for you ( I mean it). As I am writing in this guest book the song from the movie titanic "My heart will go on" starting playing on the radio how appropriate. All my love and prayers.

Vicki,Collen and Tommy,

Nineteen years ago, I first met Tom and we hit it off right from the start. We had everything in common. We loved to fish, hunt, and spend time with friends. We planned our vacations together. We would talk about our Bullhead trip in the fall. And then get ready to start deer season. We caught up on things at least once a week at lunch and compared notes to see if we would be at ACL at the same time.

Then on Tuesday July 1, 2003 we got a chance to do nothing but fish. It was a good day. The fish were active and the weather was nice. We even took a break for lunch at the Cove and Vicki met us for a nice break in the afternoon. It meant so much to me, I was with Tom and Vicki before he left us.

Tom was having a great time at the lake. He was saying how he was going to stay there for his entire furlough and not even go near the city until it was over. He felt great and could not have been less stressed if he tried. Life couldn't have been better!

It's starting to kick in a little that he's gone, but I still don't believe it. I'm just walking around in a state of confusion. Things don't seem clear to me. I know it's going to get worse.

We had a lot of plans for our retirement and it will never be the same. It won't be the same for a lot of Tom's friends. They will miss him like I will.

One thing you can say about Tom, is that he enjoyed himself and did all the things he wanted to do. He just didn't get a chance to finish the rest of the good times.

Vicki, you know how we feel about you and Tommy and Colleen and that we will always be there for you guys. Just say the word and we will be there.

Dear Vicki,
I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. When someone we love is taken so suddenly, it's always the hardest on those left behind. Dru and I send our prayers and condolensces to you and your family. Please let me know if there's anything I can do for you, Vicki.

Dru and Lynn Scarbrough

My deepest sympathy to Lt. Keough's family.

My deepest sympathy to Tom's family. Tom was a great guy, good friend, and a terrific cop.I'm very sorry that I will not be able to attend his services but he will be in my prayers.

Martha and I extend our deepest condolences.

Vicki: We are so sad to learn of Tom's sudden death. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family during a most difficult time in your lives. He will also be very missed with the "Bullhead Fishing Group". Our thoughts and prayers will be with you & your family with this loss.
God Bless you all!
Bob & Arlene Nugent

While we can't be with you for the visitation or funeral, please remember that our thoughts and prayers are with and your family at this difficult time.

I was very sad to hear the news of Tom's death My deepest sympathy to his wife and children and to his mother and father Gloria and Tom

To The Keough Family,
With deep sympathy and heartfelt condolences on the sudden loss of Lt.Tom. Tom touched the hearts of many , and was loved by all who knew him.He was a good man , and a good friend. His memory will forever be etched in our hearts. May G-d comfort you and give you strength in this most difficult of sorrow. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

My condolences to you Vicki and your children Colleen and Tom. I first met Tom back in the 80s at the DEA Task Force. Tom was a rock solid undercover Officer with his eye always on the ball. We had many conversations about you the kids and of course fishing. As you know Tom loved being a Police Officer and very proud to be a Homicide Detective.

“TRUST IN THE LORD WITH ALL OF YOUR HEART; LEAN NOT ON YOUR OWN UNDERSTANDING”

Tom was a real gentleman, a pleasure to work with, just as his father was, he will be missed.

To Vicki, Colleen, Tom and Tom & Gloria, My heartfelt condolence, prayers and thoughts are with you in your loss. The premature loss of a loved one is such a tragedy to a family so close as yours. Tom was a great guy and we will make sure he is remembered in our prayers. Also from the CFD St. Florian KC Council #12911 please accept condolences.