July 14, 2023

To all the Byrnes family, especially Patrick, Anne, Brigid, Meghan, and Tom –
Your dad was always a youthful presence who projected warmth in a way that really resonated for me as a neighborhood kid. All the other dads were separate presences, “grown-ups,” imposing, aloof even, at least to my young eyes (my own father included). But not “Mr. Byrnes.” He had a sparkle in his eye and a smile that held no judgment and assumed no superiority. To think of that now is to better realize the man he was and the gift he had; a gift that speaks so admirably about his inner self.
Flash forward some 50+ years, when I encountered your dad (and mom) again at Luke’s post-pandemic wedding celebration. There was that same sparkle, that same warmth (of course, your mom has it in spades as well – probably what made for 70 good years together). Chatting with them was, for me, a highlight of the evening and I left feeling once again known and really loved by them in a way that’s hard to put into words. After all, we didn’t know each other well by any traditional definition. I was just one of Patrick’s friends. And yet, he (they) saw me again and embraced me as both that kid from the block and the 64 year old man I’d become. I left especially moved and buoyed by that.
So it is with sadness and a sense of true loss that Marta and I send these condolences to you and the rest of the marvellously extended Byrnes clan. 97 years is no mean feat and that he lived them long and well we hope tempers your grief. Tom Byrnes, “Mr. Byrnes,” was a great man. He lives on in you all.
Rob and Marta Stork

July 12, 2023

I always looked forward to cutting Tom’s hair. He was truly one of a kind. I loved the way he interacted with his family. He will be greatly missed by my wife and I. I am a better man for knowing him. May God bless you sir. 
 John and January Marconi

July 12, 2023

Burno he was blessed,be proud and focus on all the Grandchildren.Best to all
Kel
 
 
 

July 11, 2023

Tom Byrnes, Uncle Tom to me, was above all a good and decent man.  Uncle Tom was funny, charming, loving, generous, hard-working, kind, faithful, smart and handome to ontop of that!  How lucky we all are to have had him in our lives.  All my love and prayers to my wonderful Aunt Barbara and amazing cousins Tom, Anne, Pat, Brigid, and Meghan(got you last).
Jane Boegel-Koch

July 11, 2023

Dearest Uncle Tom will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him. His warmth, humor and happy nature were felt as soon as he entered a room. God bless him on his journey home to family and friends who are waiting for him in heaven. I picture a Byrnes party there with everyone dancing and applauding his arrival! My sympathies go out to Aunt Barbara and family!
From my heart,
Melanie Garbo-Byrnes

July 10, 2023

I will always remember waking up to the piano playing on Saturday mornings at West Gilgo Beach. He was a lovely man and he and Barbara were always the most gracious hosts. I’m very thankful for the time I was able to spend with them.
Our family will be thinking of all of you.
Weeks Family

July 10, 2023

Our poppie was the most perfect grandparent and role model any young man could ask for. He filled our lives with love and laughter. I love you popp 
Sean Sebazco