Thomas L. O'Leary

Thomas L. O’Leary, 73, of Lower Allen Twp., Camp Hill, PA, passed away Tuesday, October 27th, 2015, at UPMC, Cranberry Twp, PA.
Tom was a retired salesman for multiple clothing companies. He was a graduate of Bellefonte Area High School and Penn State University. Tom was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of the American Legion Post #143, New Cumberland, PA. He had a constant appreciation for every military service member and was an avid reader, with special interest in World War II history. Tom loved to make people smile, looked for the best in people, made friends wherever he went, and was quick to help anyone in need. He enjoyed playing ball, playing cards, and spending time having conversations with family and friends. Each fall, he looked forward to celebrating Halloween dressed as “the trash can man”—handing out candy and visiting with neighborhood families and friends. Tom was a loyal fan of Penn State Football, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and the Pittsburgh Penguins. He was proud of his family and was most passionate about watching his grandchildren participate in all their sporting events. Tom will be missed and remembered by many.
Born on May 19th, 1942 in Bellefonte, PA, he was the son of the late John W. and Loretta G. (Cox) O’Leary and was also preceded in death by his brother, Robert J. O’Leary.
Surviving are his loving wife of 48 years, Bernadine M. (Kochik) O'Leary; a daughter and her husband, Colleen O. and Jeffrey A. Zonarich of Brentwood, TN; a son and his wife, Patrick T. and Charity L. O'Leary of Valencia; and five grandchildren, Nathan J. and Madeline M. Zonarich, and Keegan P., Maeve C. and Torrin L. O'Leary.
Funeral services will be held at 11 AM Monday, November 2nd, 2015 in Parthemore Funeral Home and Cremation Services, New Cumberland, with the Father Michael McFadden officiating. Burial will be in Rolling Green Memorial Park, Lower Allen Twp.
Visitation will be held 2 – 4 PM Sunday, November 1st, 2015 at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are respectfully requested to PA Wounded Warriors, Inc. (www.Pawoundedwarriors.org), 1117 Country Club Road, Camp Hill, PA 17011. For more information or to send messages of condolence, please visit www.Parthemore.com.