Thomas E. O'Dea
November 4, 1922 ~ February 9, 2014
Thomas Emmett O'Dea
(Age 91)
Tom O'Dea died on Sunday, February 9, 2014 peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. A native Washingtonian, Tom graduated from St. John's College High School before entering the Army in World War II. Stationed in the South Pacific, he was a member of the 672nd Amphibian Tractor Battalion that liberated over 2, 000 internees from behind enemy lines in Los Banos, Philippines. For their participation in the Los Banos rescue the 672nd Battalion was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation. After returning from the war, Tom entered George Washington University and graduated with a law degree in 1950. After several years in a private law practice, Tom joined Pepco and rose into the executive ranks before retiring after a 30 year career.
Tom was an avid golfer and devoted sports fan; especially the Washington Redskins. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and Elks clubs and a member, coach and contributor of the Washington Boys and Girls Club.
Tom is predeceased by his son, Thomas Kevin and survived by his loving and devoted wife of 63 years, Anita, daughters Fran (Andy) Schwind, Kathy (Chris) Willard and Dianne (Perry) Corsello; grandchildren Kevin (Andria), Andrew, Colleen, Brett, Alex, Chris and Morgan; great grandchildren Aubree and Tristan.
Relatives and friends are invited to Tom's Life Celebration at Money and King Funeral Home, 171 W. Maple Ave., Vienna, VA, on Sunday, February 16 from 2-4 PM. A Funeral Service and Interment will be held at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Autism Society Central Virginia, P.O. Box 29364, Richmond VA 23242 or Special Olympics Area 26, 11350 Random Hills Road C-140, Fairfax, VA 22030.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
(Age 91)
Tom O'Dea died on Sunday, February 9, 2014 peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. A native Washingtonian, Tom graduated from St. John's College High School before entering the Army in World War II. Stationed in the South Pacific, he was a member of the 672nd Amphibian Tractor Battalion that liberated over 2, 000 internees from behind enemy lines in Los Banos, Philippines. For their participation in the Los Banos rescue the 672nd Battalion was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation. After returning from the war, Tom entered George Washington University and graduated with a law degree in 1950. After several years in a private law practice, Tom joined Pepco and rose into the executive ranks before retiring after a 30 year career.
Tom was an avid golfer and devoted sports fan; especially the Washington Redskins. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and Elks clubs and a member, coach and contributor of the Washington Boys and Girls Club.
Tom is predeceased by his son, Thomas Kevin and survived by his loving and devoted wife of 63 years, Anita, daughters Fran (Andy) Schwind, Kathy (Chris) Willard and Dianne (Perry) Corsello; grandchildren Kevin (Andria), Andrew, Colleen, Brett, Alex, Chris and Morgan; great grandchildren Aubree and Tristan.
Relatives and friends are invited to Tom's Life Celebration at Money and King Funeral Home, 171 W. Maple Ave., Vienna, VA, on Sunday, February 16 from 2-4 PM. A Funeral Service and Interment will be held at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Autism Society Central Virginia, P.O. Box 29364, Richmond VA 23242 or Special Olympics Area 26, 11350 Random Hills Road C-140, Fairfax, VA 22030.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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We had special moments with Tom O’Dea, his lovely wife, Anita, and their family, thanks to Anthony Corsello, who always included us to celebrate family get-togethers. We feel blessed to have known Tom and send our love and prayers to the family.
Mr. Tom welcomed Jay and I as if we were family. We have had many great times with them. He will surely be missed and we were blessed to have known him. Much love to Ms. Anita and the “girls”. Count on God to get you through. Mr.Tom is soaring with the angels.
To the family of a former “boss”, friend, and godfather to my daughter, Kathleen. I learned about Tom’s passing too late to attend the Celebration of Life; but my memories of him and Anita will never be late.