Thomas M. Despres
- On June 22, 2023
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Thomas M. Despres, age 59, of South Park, passed away with family by his side on June 20, 2023.
Born on September 10, 1963, he was the son of David (Gail) and the late Barbara Despres.
Loving husband of Sherry for 35 years; beloved father of Ryan (Dina) Despres and Gabriel Despres; dear brother of Scott (Robin) Despres and the late Susan Peck; also survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and cousins.
Tom was a dedicated Catholic who read his Bible and prayed every morning. He was an avid Penn State Football, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Boston Red Sox fan. Tom loved coaching his son’s sports teams and established the South Hills Catholic Diocese Soccer Program.Tom enjoyed playing golf and was often found sharing a bottle of wine with family and friends. He loved celebrating and preparing Christmas Eve dinner with family. Tom was a dedicated worker, as COO of Faros Properties, where he was a wonderful friend and mentor to many. His smile, welcoming personality and willingness to help will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
A gathering of family and friends will be held on Sunday, June 25, 2023 from 1 pm- 6 pm at Pittsburgh Cremation & Funeral Care, 3287 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317, 724-260-5546
A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, June 26, 2023 at 10:30 am at St. Joan of Arc, 6470 Library Rd., South Park, PA. Everyone please meet at the church.
In lieu flowers, memorial contributions may be made to PanCan at http://pancan.org or Tunnels to Towers at http://www.tunnelstotowers.org
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