Thomas G. Byrne
Obituaries
January 17, 2020

Thomas G. Byrne

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Thomas G. Byrne, 54, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020, at the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System. Tom was born on Jan. 28, 1965, in Charleroi, to the late George and Betty Lou Byrne. He graduated from Meadville High School, Class of 1984. He worked for the Navy for 23 years, retiring in 2009, and later worked for Steuben Waste Management. He was also a lifelong volunteer fireman with the Belle Vernon Fire Company. Tom enjoyed bowling and playing Skee-Ball and he loved the Pittsburgh Steelers. He loved his family more than anything. Tom is survived by his children, Thomas Byrne Jr. of Hudson, Timothy Byrne of Catawba, S.C., and Kaitlyn (Casper) Martin of Fulton, Miss.; sisters, Tammy (Wilbur) Barickman of Meadville, and Karen Roberts and Kathleen Baker, both of Belle Vernon; brothers, Timothy (Patty) Byrne of Belle Vernon and Craig (Judy) Baker of Stockdale; grandchildren, Cami, Charles, Calvin and Christian; numerous nieces and nephews and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Betty Lou; twin brother, Georgie Byrne Jr.; and brothers Larry, Terry, Gary, Carl and Walter Baker. Arrangements for Tom have been entrusted to the COLLEGE PARK CHAPEL OF ARMES-HUNT FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES. In accordance with Tom’s wishes, there will be no service. Contributions made in Tom’s memory may be sent to the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System, 1700 E. 38th St., Marion, IN 46953. Online memories and condolences may be shared at www.armeshuntfuneralhome.com.

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