Tom Priley Obituary

I just learned of Tom's passing recently and am saddened to learn this news. I met him about 15 years ago through Berwyn Community Theatre. My fond memory is of him choreographing a show almost from memory - surprisingly few written notes. What a great talent. Will say a prayer for Tom's family.

I send my deepest sympathies to Tom's loved ones. I have fond memories of him from high school, community college and theatre. He was a great--and talented--person, and I was saddened to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Tom and those he left behind.

I am deeply sorry for your loss. I knew Tommy through Zzazz and was just getting to know him. I wish I could have gotten to know him better.

Please know that he is looking down upon you from heaven and wishing you wouldn't cry. He is with his Maker now.

My prayers for your family's peace and strength through this very difficult time.

God bless you.

To the Priley and Mugavero families..



Tom Priley - to us, was the epitome of what is BEST in a person..and we cherished the privilege and joy of engaging him as an extremely talented and gracious professional choreographer and dancer and coordinator...who lived

to provide total creative and professional support for all the

programs in which he was involved.



He defined what is magnificent about a man... including his smile, his charm, his sensitive and caring attitude, his enhtusiasm and his loyalty. He was so very special in

every possible way.



If we combined every complimentary

adjective in the dictionary ...we'd

have to write a thesis just to

extoll Tommy's virtues.



So we share your grief and the sense

of loss that reaches beyond what we

think we can handle.



Yet Tommy left so much good and

happy rememberances...so much that

we can treasure...that even though

his passing was much much too soon,

the gifts of his love and devotion

and his incredible smile...are yours

and ours to share for our lifetimes.



And most likely, we will all meet

again, in a place where there is only love, laughter and perfect

peace.



Fondly,



Barbara Lee Cohen

and staff at PRODUCTIONS USA, Inc.

I knew Tommy through the Zazz fashion shows. I always looked forward to working with him. He constantly made me laugh, and always had a smile on his face. He truly had a wonderful spirit and made everyone around him feel special. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Chico & Family,

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in our thoughts & prayers.

Lee, Patty, and Natalie Laino

Tom was a great guy, even though i only met him once during a play at Only a Stage, he had an impact on my life and relationship with my friends that new him. Ill never forget the time i met him. He ment a lot to all his family, friends and many people that work with him inside Only a Stage and outside. I can see why he was a hero to so many people that he came to befriend.

Tom was my friend,my Choreographer,

and most of all my hero. He tought me everything I basically know!! There is nothing to describe how i felt about him. He will be missed and all i can do is hold on to the memories that we had together. I Love You. Caitlin

i am very sorry about your loss tom will be in my prayers



john campanelli (cagney)

May God bless you, Tom and take to your rightful place in heaven. May he help your friends and family threw this very sad parting and remind them that we will see you again. Keep on Dancing.

I remember Tommy as a little one at Our Lady of Pompeii Grade School he was in my brother Anthony's grade...Tom was always smiling and what a beautiful smile he had. Peace for you & your family until you meet again in heaven.

Sincerly, The Ferro Family: Betty, Cindy, Vicki and Anthony

Tom was my hero, my 'brother', my choreographer, my best friend, my everything-no one word fits. i honestly don't know what i'm going to do anymore. I only have memories to remember him by and nothing to hold on to. I just hope that he's still dancing and realizes how many people's lives he touched. I only knew him for three years, but they were the best three years of my life-and i'll miss him forever because of them. I love you Tom, always have, always will. And i will never forget you...Bye Bye Blackbird

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Chico, Debbie, Mimi and family;

My deepest condolences. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories of Tom. His kindness and talent has touch the hearts of many. I will always remember the beautiful work he has done with our young adults involved in the Italian Heritage Ball and Cotillion.

Dear Chico

I am so sorry for your loss.You and your family are in my prayers.

Please accept my condolences.



Sincerely,

Joanne

My Sincerest Symphathies to the Priley family. Tom was the very first choreographer in my very first show and a few more on from there. He was a joy and a light to everyone he touched. I wish his family peace through this tough time and he will be in my prayers

Tom I am thankful I got the chance to know you again as an adult. I know that you are dancing with my dad and grandma Frances. I will always hear Madonna and think of you. With all my love your cousin Monica

Tom was my hero. can someone please tell me what to do when the one person you look up to is gone. He helped me love the stage, he taught me to dance, he taught me about life. he did everything i wanted to do, he is my hero. i will stand by him no matter what. god bless his family and friends, we stand together."dancers are gods athletes"

Tommy- We will miss you and feel blessed that you were in our lives. I pray for God's peace to all of us that love Tommy, and that the happy and joyous memories fill our hearts soon, instead of the sadness we feel now.

Dear Debbie & Chico

Our heart-felt sympathy on the loss of Tommy. We pray he finds peace and comfort in the arms of the Lord. We pray that peace and comfort comes to you with the knowledge that Tommy will forever be watching over you with the love that you bestowed upon him.

So sad and sorry to hear of your loss.

My deepest sympathy to your family.

Tom was a great patient, always smiling. He will missed by all.

RN from Macneal

My deepest sympathies go to Tom's family and friends on this tremendous loss. I was deeply saddened to hear this news. He will always be remembered as an extremely talented individual with whom I shared many fun, memorable times.

To the Thomas Priley Family,



My sympathy during this time of trouble and need. May God grant you his strength.



Gregg S.

My deepest sympathy goes out to your family.

To Thomas (Chico) Priley and Family,



Our condolences to you. May you and your family be strengthened and encouraged through this time of sorrow.



May the Lord bless you and keep you in His perfect peace and love. Our prayers are with all of you always.



Joyce and daughter Joyce

My deepest sympathy to Tom's family and friends.

I was shocked and devastated to hear of Tom's passing. Words cannot begin to express my sympathy to his family and friends. In my mind, he will always be dancing beautifully and entertaining many.

My deepest simpathy and condolences.

To the family and dear friends of Tom: Sending a special pray your way, thinking of you all, knowing that Tom is forever dancing away, smiling...adding as much joy in heaven as he did with us on earth. God Bless.

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY FROM MINE.

To Tom's Family:

I had the plesure of meeting and working with Tom when he had our little Debutanes dance like angeles. We have all been blessed to know Tom and the passion he had for dance and the way people just loved him... what a gift we all have been given by knowing him

To Tom's Family:

I deepest, heartfelt sympathy goes out to everyone in your family. I've known Tom many years doing USO shows. He always had a smile on his face and happiness in his feet. He will be greatly missed. Tom will be in my prayers!!!

Kim Windsor ~ USO band

It has been so long since we have last seen each other. I will see you again on the other side cousin. Our deepest sympathy from my family to yours.

My best friend is gone. How will I go on without you? I know you will be watching over me and I will never forget you. Your friendship meant so much to me I hope you knew that. I love you. Goodbye my Angel, until we meet once again. God Bless You & Your Family.

Deepest Sympathy.

My deepest condolences go out to you all.

To Tom's Family:

Please accept my sincerest condolences. I came to know Tom from his many wonderful performances at Morton College and thru the USO Shows. It was always clear that Tom's talent on stage was simply a personification of Tom the person -- energetic, exciting, one who always gave his all, kind, and humble. May all your wonderful memories be a kind and tender gift at this most difficult time and become a precious treasure for the days ahead. God's blessings.

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.