Joseph “Tom” Devaney (November 17, 1947 - January 08, 2024)

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Joseph “Tom” Devaney
  • November 17, 1947
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  • January 08, 2024

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Joseph Thomas “Tom” Devaney, 76, of The Villages, FL (formerly of Lynnfield, MA), passed away in the early morning of January 8th at Orlando Health Regional Medical Center. Tom was born to Joseph and Anna Devaney on November 17, 1947. He is survived by his wife, Mary Devaney, also of The Villages, FL. He was blessed with three loving children and their families, Ryan and Jennifer Devaney of Canton, GA, Maura Devaney and fiancé Aleks Khapun of Charlotte, NC, and Caralyn and Justin Adelino, of Jacksonville, FL. He adored his three grandchildren, Graham (12), Callan (9) and Jake (7), all of Canton, GA. He is also survived by his brother, Paul Devaney, sister Janet Bonzagni and brother Don Devaney, all of Falmouth, Massachusetts, and many nieces and nephews.
To know Tom was to love and admire him. He made many lifelong friends over the years. He was a gifted storyteller, who loved reminiscing about his many adventures, sharing mishaps, misfortunes, tragedies, and triumphs—all retold from a light, humorous perspective that left all who were fortunate enough to be listening, wanting more.
Most recently, Tom was a starter at Belle Glade Country Club, in The Villages, which allowed him to be continually involved in one of his most favorite pastimes, the game of golf. Prior to retirement, he owned Devaney Development Corporation, a residential developer/homebuilding company out of Lynnfield, MA. Tom was very proud of his “Devaney-built” homes, which can be found throughout many of the suburban communities around Boston, MA, and predominantly on the North Shore.
He was a 1970 graduate of Norwich University, and looked back very fondly on his time spent, friends made and lessons learned while attending. There was a large part of his heart dedicated to summers on Cape Cod, and rounds of golf at Salem County Club, two of his absolute favorite places.
We will forever cherish the memories of times spent with him and the joy he brought all of us.

Please share condolences, or even better, a favorite memory, which may be written online here:
www.baldwincremation.com.

In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made in his honor to The Norwich Fund by clicking on the link below:
https://www.givecampus.com/z4fbn5

If you choose to make a donation, please add “IMO Tom Devaney ‘70” to the Designation Notes section of the donation page. If you prefer mailing a check, please include “IMO Tom Devaney ’70” in the Memo line, and mail to:
Norwich University
Development Office
158 Harmon Dr.
Northfield, VT 05663

The family is planning a celebration of life in his honor in Cape Cod, MA, all will be welcome. Details to follow.


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  1. Matt Russo says:
    31 Jan 2024
    Mary, I'm so saddened to hear about Tom's passing. He was always so kind to me when I was hanging out with Ryan. I remember coming up to Lynnfield shortly after Ryan had gotten his license. Ryan, woke up and went to work with Tom on one of his sites (I don't remember where it was). Anyway, Tom came home to get something mid-day and saw me just sitting watching TV, he said "hey, get dressed, you're coming to work with me". I learned how to do demo work that week and it was a blast! He bought me lunch everyday, and at the end of the few days I had worked, he paid me (I tried to refuse it as I wasn't a skilled hand, but he wouldn't hear of it).
    I know his loss will leave a huge a vacancy in everyone's heart, that just speaks to how awesome of a husband, dad, grandfather, and friend he was!
    With all my love and sympathy,
    Matt Russo and family.

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    19 Jan 2024
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  5. Grace says:
    17 Jan 2024
    Many memories growing up in Lynnfield. RIP Tom, Richie Trow

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    16 Jan 2024
    Lit since January 16, 2024 at 1:49:55 PM

  7. Mary Jo Tonderys says:
    16 Jan 2024
    So sorry for your loss. May he RIP.
    Sincerely,
    Mary Jo and Terry Tonderys

  8. Tom Grilk says:
    16 Jan 2024
    Very sorry to hear this. Tom was my friend and golf partner for a good long while. Tom built Nancy and me the house from which I write this now, collaborating with us every step of the way. We remember him fondly, and we send our condolences to Mary.

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    16 Jan 2024
    Lit since January 16, 2024 at 1:19:11 PM

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  12. Bev Hayden says:
    14 Jan 2024
    Tim was one of my favorite starters when I worked at Belle Glade. What a nice man!!

  13. L5sm says:
    12 Jan 2024
    I will always remember your love of life , kindness, and sense of humor. You will be missed my long time friend.
    Fondly,
    Cathy Saporito

  14. Cathy Saporito says:
    12 Jan 2024
    I will always remember your sense of humor and love of life. You will be missed my dear old friend.
    Cathy

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    12 Jan 2024
    Lit since January 12, 2024 at 1:15:44 AM

  16. Jack & Barbara Conley says:
    12 Jan 2024
    Tom, RIP my friend.

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  19. Patrick Mullowney says:
    12 Jan 2024
    A true blue lifelong friend and. Class act.
    Tom- you’ll be missed.

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    11 Jan 2024
    Lit since January 11, 2024 at 1:14:00 PM

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