Oscar Thomas (Tom) O’Leary, Jr., 71, of Waco, went to his heavenly home Saturday, March 30, 2019.
Service Information: Visitation will be from 5:30-7:30PM Friday, April 5, at Lake Shore Funeral Home. The Funeral services will be held at 1PM Saturday, April 6, at Lake Shore Funeral Home, 5201 Steinbeck Bend, in Waco. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery.
This truly incredible man was born January 6, 1948 to Oscar and Dorothy O’Leary. He attended and graduated from Robinson High School, Tyler Junior College and East Texas State. He married Ann, the love of his life and together they raised their two daughters. Tom compassionately cared for Ann through 16 years of MS while working and taking care of his girls. Tom was a sales manager for the majority of his career. He worked for Central Texas Printing until his health no longer allowed him to. He also had two of his own businesses, O’Leary’s Interiors and Po’ Old Oscar’s BBQ.
Tom was a long time member of Highland Baptist Church. He loved volunteering for Church Under the Bridge and serving his BBQ while volunteering. Tom loved sports. He was a huge Baylor fan and took his girls to Baylor football games frequently. He played golf almost every Saturday. He also coached his daughter’s softball teams. The perfect words to describe Tom was “selfless servant.”
He was preceded in death by wife, Ann; his parents, Oscar and Dorothy O’Leary; sister-in-law, Jan; in-law’s, Bill and Flo Hensel; best friend, Mike Kopp.
Tom is survived by his daughters, Mollie Ann and husband, Michael and Courtney Lee; grandchildren, Brandon and wife, Dora, Trevin, Travis, Jhordan, Mikayla, Jim, Jace and Caylee; great-grandchildren, Aleah, Christian, Aniyah and Baylor; extremely devoted sister, Mollie Kathleen; brother, Tim and wife, Janine; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his dogs, Tebo and Daysha.
Tom loved Jesus and it was evident in his daily life. He was a loving son, wonderful brother, devoted husband, amazing daddy, fun and nurturing PaPa and dependable friend. He never met a stranger and he would talk to everyone.
The family would like to thank the staff at Quality Care of Waco for their sweet care of Tom. Memorials in Tom’s memory can be made to Bluebonnet Hospice.
Place of Service: Lake Shore Funeral Home , 5201 Steinbeck Bend; Waco, TX 76708
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Please accept my condolence. Psalms 46:1 says; “God is our refuge and strength, a help that is readily found in times of distress”. May these words comfort your heart in the days ahead as you remember Tom. My deepest sympathy.
Mollie and families-May the Lord give you strength and peace during this difficult time. We are praying for you.
Tom was our CTP sales rep at McLennan Community College for many years and he was a wonderful colleague and friend. We have missed him since his retirement and wish you all peace at this time. Kim Patterson
May God cover Tom’s family with the peace that passes understanding. Tom loved Jesus and he exhibited this to all he knew with kindness, wisdom, generosity and humor. I am sure he is being celebrated on his arrival home inside heaven’s gates with all those who love him there. One of the very best people I ever knew! Susan Armstrong
Mollie & Family, Please accept my condolences for the loss of your brother & everyone`s friend who knew him. I did. Jimmy
Mollie and Courtney, we’re so very sorry for your loss. Your dad was one of a kind. His gift of gab and sense of humor were his calling card. Our love of softball was born from your dad’s impromptu invitation to an enthusiastic eight year old to join his team’s practice. That eventful day on the Dean Highland Elementary School playground was the impetus behind many years of exciting softball seasons, watching Melanie play ball…all because of a kind gesture from your dad, Coach O’Leary. May all the wonderful memories you have of this selfless man support you in the days ahead.
Molly my heart goes out to you my love. I truly miss you and I’m so saddened to hear about the lost of you father. He was such a great man. I love you and I’m praying for you and you family.
Mollie, Courtney, and family: Tom was truly a blessing to so many during his life here on earth. We don’t always understand God’s ways, but we know HE never leaves us or forsakes us. I know HE was in and with Tom all of these years,, and that Tom is with Ann, Mike, and all others he knew that went to Jesus before him. And I know we will all see him again. Be encouraged that you are being prayed for and being held in our hearts. in the coming days,
Mollie & family,
My thoughts & prayers are with you through this difficult time in your life. I rejoice with Tommy in his victory over illness & death. May you have the peace that surpasses all understanding.
I always called Tom my cattle prod. I worked with him in 1982. I was in process of a walk back to Jesus and He constantly but lovingly prodded me to line up with The Truth. My husband and I, Ann and Tom were close at church. Tom was a daily example of Jesus – a good and faithful servant. His care of Ann as she progressed through MS was a beautiful thing to watch. Heaven has welcomed a truly Godly man. And they are together again.
Courtney, Molly, and the rest of the family, I am the Lee that Tom and Ann used to name Courtney‘s middle name. They were such dear friends of ours many years ago, and we love them both so much. In fact, Tom always attributed my husband, Rick, for leading him to the Lord. This grieves my heart in the loss of Tom on earth, but I am so blessed to think of him all healed with Ann, Mike Kopp, and many other departed friends and family in heaven. . If there is a golf course in heaven, Tom and Mike are playing now. I will pray for your comfort and your joy of the many wonderful memories you have of Tom and Ann, as my heart is filled with many. Lee Head
Tom and Ann meant so much to all of us single girls who went to church with them. They had us over every Sunday and selflessly gave of their time and resources. They were the real example of being Jesus’ hands and feet. I’m so glad Tom is with his Lord and completely restored in body and soul.
Rev. 21:3,4
My prayers and love are with the family.
We share in your grief and know heaven has received a valiant and noble servant! May he rest in eternal peace.
So sorry to hear about Tom. He was a great man and wonderful friend. I pray that God will comfort all of those who loved and respected him. He endured much and God has now given him rest.
Mollie & Families,
Please know I am keeping you & your families in my prayers. So sorry to hear about Mr. O’Leary, we was such a wonderful man.
Renee Olvera