Tom Leahy Obituary

It's hard to believe Tom's been gone so long. It seems like every day I have a happy memory of Tom, and it makes me happy to know so many others remember him fondly, too. He was such a kind and thoughtful person.

It is with my deepest sympathy and deep regrets that I am sending my condolences to Tom's family.

Dear Gaile and Taylor.
It's been a long time. We have just randomly ran across this information tonight. Michael and I both are sick to have read this news. Please know that you are in our hearts. So very sorry - Debbie & Michael Dockendorf

Gail,

We just heard. We are so sorry. Tom was my oldest friend and I can still remember playing with him when we were in 2nd grade. He was a great guy.

With our deepest sympathy, Jeff and Fitz Hagberg

Dear Gaile, Taylor, and the Leahy family,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you at the loss of Tom. Tom was a high school friend, groomsman at our wedding, (he helped me memorize my vows on the way to the church) and a great guy.

Chip and Ruth Venell

Tom was one of the most wonderful people I have ever known. He operated with his mind, heart and soul. His kindness and beautiful love for people and friends was beyond comparison...My husband Jim and I first met Tom as clients but that relationship soon turned to friendship. Lake Geneva will never be the same without him...his wines, cigars and fun loving gatherings will remain in my mind forever. Gaile and Taylor...always here for you. Tom...I send positive thoughts and prayers your way! Peace to one of the greatest...so happy to have been part of your life.

Dear Gaile and Taylor,

We were so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. TJ and I have been fast friends since Little League and even though we haven't stayed in touch very much over the past several years and I think back fondly on his wit (and sarcasm) and the many adventures we had together.

Our heartfelt condolences go out to the both of you.

Roger and Terry Kapes Albuquerque





The world has lost a great guy and we've all been lucky to have him in our life.

So Sad to hear of Tom's passing. I would always chat with him in the mornings when he was walking BOO. He always had his CUBS hat on. Tom seemed like one of a kind and a true gem of a person. I can only imagine the heartache and sadness you must be feeling. God be with you and your loved ones. His presence will definitely be missed in the neighborhood. Peace be with you, Laura Watson (Blu's Mom)

Gaile and Taylor, Randy and I send our deepest condolences for the loss of Tom in your lives. Truly so sad to hear this news today. Prayers coming your way. Love and peace, Jeannette & Randy Kravitz

Dear Gaile and Taylor and the Leahy Family, I'm saddened to hear of Tom's death. I last saw him at our IC reunion and he was the same kind and funny man as I remembered him in school, My deepest condolences. He will be remembered in my prayers. Loretta Piacenza Facchini

Tom and I grew up together in Highland Park having attended both Immaculate Conception and Highland Park High School together. I last saw Tom at our IC reunion and we had a great conversation. My condolences to the family and all his close friends. I know he will be missed. I will say a special prayer for you all. Beth Sweeney Nielsen, Largo, Florida

My deepest condolences to The Leahy Family. I wish you strength and comfort during this difficult time.

Dear Gaile
You and Tom have been so devoted to. Chuck over the years. Tom had such a huge heart. I am honored to have known him the little bit that I did. Chuck will miss him dearly. May the angels and martyrs welcome him.

Tom Leahy is as fine a man and lawyer as there is-boy the good sure do die young-our condolences to the entire Leahy family on this heartbreaking tragedy. Diane and Dan Dowd and family.

Dearest Gaile, Taylor, Family and friends,

Am in shock and it is with a heavy heart that I express my sincerest condolences & sympathies on the passing of Tom.

Tom was not only a good friend, he was a GREAT friend. He was a “guys-guy”. That type of person is very rare.

Weeks and sometimes months would go by between the times we got together , but when we connected the time in-between evaporated instantly as we caught up on family,work, politics and other things.

We would get together at the lake with our families usually @ Bigfoot CC, or just the two of us on bar stools at one of Tom's favorite Lake Geneva waterfront Pubs.

Another special night for me was what Tom called “Boys Night Out” which consisted of Tom, Rico & myself at Gibsons, Tavern, Harry Caray's or a new hot downtown eatery.

I am proud to have known Tom and consider it an honor and a privilege to have called him my friend.
I will truly, truly miss him.

We are so heartbroken over Tom's passing. He was very instrumental for me getting the newest addition to our family with Augustus Ceasar, bka "Gus". He will be sorely missed.
Derek, Dawn, and Zachary; Sunny and Gus.

Those of us who met Tom when we started law school in the fall of 1973 quickly learned that he was a special person. Through his dedication to clients, the bar and friends, he spent the next 41 years reminding everyone just how special a guy he was. I am deeply saddened by his passing.

John B.

We are truly shocked and saddened. We will always remember Tom as a sharp, charismatic, and warm personal injury attorney. We are grateful for the legal council and guidance he provided through the years for both our family and friends. He will be missed. Rest in Peace. Kaiser, Elizabeth, Donald and Maliha DiMartino Sayed.

I was the lunch hostess at Harry Carays for 11 Yrs. Tom was one of my very favorite people. He always stopped to chat with me and I called him The Tooth Pick King. His family will know why. RIP my friend.

John and I are beyond sad to lose a very dear friend and neighbor. He was such a joy to spend time with. Sending our deepest sympathy.

Dear Gaile, Taylor and Family of Tom,
Although I never personally met Tom (I did once meet his brother, Dave) I am very proud to have shared with him the same profession and the same name, to which he brought much credit and honor. I did follow his many accomplishments over the years and can say with confidence that Tom was that rare kind of lawyer most of us can only aspire to be.
I was once mistaken for Tom some time ago when a bar association member mailed me a box of cigars that was intended for Tom. I forwarded them on to him with a note quipping that although tempted, I didn't smoke a one. In return I received Tom's prompt and gracious note of thanks.
When my time comes, I can only hope to be mistaken again for Tom, before the powers that be.
Having not long ago lost my beloved wife of almost 40 years, I know how very difficult this time is for you. You can take some comfort in the knowledge that Tom touched many lives and made a very real difference in our world. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Very sincere condolences,

We are stunned and horrified. He was a good person in every single way. And so young. We hope that he will now rest in a better, fairer place than this world.

Family of Tom Leahy
This world has lost a wonderful, caring, professional man. He will be truly missed. May the memories of the wonderful times you all shared comfort you today and always. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Terribly saddened by Tom's passing
will miss his kindness,his friendliness and our conversations while walking BOO

Please accept our sincerest condolences for your loss. We were saddened to hear of Tom's passing. Gaile, please let us know if there is anything you and Taylor need.
- Puneet and Sue Cham

May the God of all comfort be with the family as you go through this difficult time. He is no longer in any pain and is resting peacefully. Remember that age is a just a number to let you know how long you live. Eternal life is forever and has no age requirement. Rest in the peacefulness of Paradise Tom Leahy.

We loved all things IRISH and NOTRE DAME and you were groomsman in our wedding 40 yrs. ago...such a great person, always smiling, you will me missed.Say hi to NORM....Mary and Rog Santi

Sorry to hear of Tom's passing.

Tom was always a pleasure to be around.

I am deeply saddened by Tom's death. He was a wonderful person, a great lawyer, and a distinguished alumnus of Loyola. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to the family.

Thanksgiving will always remind me of Tom & family at Big Foot Country Club. Happy Memories!

I knew and respected Tom for over 35 years. He was one of the greatest lawyers of his generation. He helped so many who were unable to help themselves. It is with great sadness that I learned of his passing.

To Tom's Family: I am very sorry for your loss. I worked for Tom many years ago, and I have thought of him often over the years. You have a beautiful family and I hope the many happy memories you share will take away some of the sorrow. I wish you peace and comfort.

Grew up with tom in hp. May you have peace and happiness

Tom was more than a lawyer, he became our friend, someone to listen. He worked for 10 long years to settle a personal injure case for our family always being the optimist. Tom will be missed by the many people who's life he touched. A great guy, we are so sorry for your loss, with much sympathy ERIC AND ALYSA FIELDS

Gaile and Taylor--Tom was a terrific man as you know..we are so sorry for your loss...i had the pleasure of working with Tom on the Bar Association Board..we share in your loss...ann, kari and don Parkinson

If Tom Leahy was your friend, he was your best friend, because God never made a better friend than Tom. Our hearts are broken.

With deepest sympathies I am very sorry for loss, but rest assure that God will provide you with the needed strength and comfort at this time.