Thomas J. O'Donnell

September 21, 1954 - May 22, 2016

Thomas J. O’Donnell, age 61 of Conshohocken, died at home, with his family at his side, on Sunday, May 22, 2016. He was born in Conshohocken on September 21, 1954 son of the late Daniel “Big Dan” and Veronica M. “Ron” (Schwartz) O’Donnell. He was the beloved husband of Marsha A. (Meyer) O’Donnell for 36 years. Tommy was born and raised in Conshohocken on E. 9th Avenue. He was a 1972 graduate of Plymouth Whitemarsh High School. He worked for Alan Wood Steel Co.; he was a self employed contractor and he retired as head of maintenance for Conshohocken Catholic School. As a skilled carpenter and woodworker, working with wood was both his trade and his hobby. Tommy would often construct many wooden treasures for his family and friends. Tommy defined himself as a family man, wanting nothing more in life than his wife, children and grandchildren. He is survived by: 4 children, Alan Visco of Lafayette Hill, Chris Visco of Scranton, Billy (Christina) Visco of Erdenheim and Andrea (Bill) Laughlin of Conshohocken; a brother, Patrick of Montgomeryville; 4 sisters, JoAnne Merrick of Liverpool, NY, Betsy (Ed) Seaner of Conshohocken, Debbie (Buddy) Silvestrini of Conshohocken; Anne (Jerry) Orler Hamaday of Conshohocken; 6 grandchildren, Christopher, Brennan, Emily, Tanner, Molly, Darby); many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by: 2 brothers, Daniel and Robert “Mousey”; his dog and best friend, “Digger”. Services were held privately upon the request of the family.