Thomas DeWald Conley
March 7, 1952 ~ August 28, 2024
Thomas DeWald Conley, age 72 of Indianapolis passed away peacefully at home the morning of Wednesday, August 28, 2024. He was born March 7, 1952, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late John William Conley II and Geraldine (DeWald) Conley.
Tom played many sports throughout his youth and was a graduate of Rushville High School and Ball State University. He enjoyed a 44-year career in public service, working in the State Legislative Branch and as the Tax Policy Administrator for the Indiana Department of Revenue. He loved his extended family dearly and was an avid Butler Basketball fan. Tom enjoyed spending as much time as possible in the Florida Keys and on the golf course – where he was always the only one able to keep score!
He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Catherine “Cathy” (Williams) Henninger of Indianapolis; daughter, Alyssa (Corey) James of Carmel; stepson, Jonathan Henninger of New Albany; brother, John (Cheryl, dec.) Conley III of Howe; sisters, Karen Conley of Jasonville, Jean (Denny) Byrne of Aurora, Ohio, and Mary Nell Conley of Marathon, Florida; and four grandchildren of Carmel, Vera James, Nolan James, Owen James, and Miles James. He is also survived by nieces, Beth Patch, Lynn (Doug) LaCluyse, and Emily Okerson; nephews, Kevin Byrne, Geoff Byrne, Andrew Byrne, Michael Okerson, Patrick Luttrell, Joey Luttrell; and numerous great nieces, great nephews, great-great nieces, and great-great nephews.
Visitation will be held at St. Roch Catholic Church in Indianapolis on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am followed by Mass at St. Roch Catholic Church at 11:00 am.
Memorial Contributions in Tom's honor can be made to firstteeindiana.org
Tom's inurnment will take place at Calvary Cemetery, Indianapolis, Indiana, at a later date.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to O'Riley-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory.
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Cathy, John and all the family:
TC was such a wonderful friend and he will be sorely missed by so very many people. It is rare that someone can befriend folks from every walk of life. He was a stalwart of The Distillery and he made every place he graced so much better. God speed TC.
I was sorry to hear about T.C. He was one of the good guys and a true gentle soul. I will always remember him as a friend. I am truly sorry for this loss as I know his wife and family are hurting. I am praying for you all. May you feel the peace that only God can provide.
Tom, was a dear friend, who I spent many good times . He was a member of our small Saturday group that spent most Saturdays going to different pubs for lunch. We were both members of the Antelope Club and spent many hours together there. At one time he and I both had an apartment at Riley Towers, tower two. My condolences to his wife Cathy, who provided a much needed anchor in his life at a dark period of his life. He will always be in my thoughts and heart!
Aug 30, 2024
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Harry Keel
Tom and I worked on numerous projects together while employed by the Indiana Department of Revenue. He was one intelligent individual. I will miss him.
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My best friend, golf partner and one of nicest and giving person I have ever met. I really miss him.
Are prayers go out to Cathy and to all their family.
One of the kindest men i’ve ever met. You always had a smile, a laugh, and a kind word. Will miss you especially on the golf course my friend.
Hey Cathy, Phil Armbruster here. I was holding off my condolences, hoping I would make it to the church before Mass. I had an appointment about 1015, but it went a little longer than I anticipated. If you see this and get an opportunity, drop me a text or an email