Thomas John Tully Of Hampton Bays Dies January 16 - 27 East

Thomas John Tully Of Hampton Bays Dies January 16

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Thomas John Tully

Thomas John Tully

authorStaff Writer on Jan 24, 2022

Thomas John Tully, known as John, of Naples, Florida, Long Beach, and Hampton Bays died at home on January 16. He was 91.

He spent his last days lovingly surrounded by his wife, children, and dear friends, his family said.

He was born in Brooklyn on November 15, 1930 to William and Hattie (Host) Tully.

Tully led an exemplary life, his family said. He was a man of integrity, honesty, and humility. His family always came first.

He joined the U.S. Army at age 17, and was assigned to the Third Infantry Division Company A (the old guard) and held the distinct honor of serving as a sentinel for the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Tully retired from the Port of Authority of New York and New Jersey serving as airport supervisor of operations at JFK International Airport. He also worked side by side with his brothers in their seafood and lobstering businesses.

He was an avid runner, walker, reader, and enjoyed doing jigsaw puzzles. He enjoyed taking drives and having coffee with his friends.

He was the moral backbone of his family and his sound advice and strength will be sorely missed, his family said.

He was predeceased by his parents; his brothers, Bill and Neil; sister, Jean; grandson, Anthone; and son-in-law, George Schoeppler.

He is survived by his wife, Florence Donohue; son, Thomas John Tully Jr.; daughters, Patricia J. Tully, MaryBeth Guichard, and Delma Anne Schoeppler; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; sisters, Loretta Costa and Marion Greve.

At his request, there will be no service and cremation was entrusted to Hodges Funeral Home at Naples Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Avow Hospice (avowcares.org).

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