Thomas L. Devlin
April 20, 1928 ~ July 25, 2021
Thomas L. Devlin, 93, of Lebanon, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 25, 2021 at Life’s Journey of Avon. He was born on April 20, 1928, in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Leo and Barbara (Hock) Devlin.
Thomas graduated from St. Rose Catholic High School, Lima, Ohio in 1946. He owned and operated Thomas L. Devlin Company, Inc. for over 40 years. He was a 2nd generation confectionary wholesaler. He retired in 1996, but the family has remained in the business for over 100 years.
Thomas was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Lebanon, Indiana, and a member of the Knights of Columbus, Council #13968. Thomas was also a veteran of the United States Army. His lifelong passion was golf, and he was extremely proud of his numerous accomplishments in the game including championships and awards earned over his lifetime. He was a member of the Country Club of Indianapolis and Ulen Country Club in Lebanon where he was Senior Club Champion when he was 88 years old.
Thomas is survived by his loving wife of 57 years Marikay “Kitsy” (Eckstein) Devlin; children, Joseph Edward Devlin, Maureen Michele(Timothy) O’Donnell, Jeffrey Thomas (Marcy) Devlin, Edward Matthew (Heather) Devlin, and Andrew Timothy (Laura) Devlin; eleven grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister Rita Ann Moyer.
Thomas’s Life Celebration® will be held Friday July 30, 2021 from 10:00 AM 11:30 AM at O’Riley Funeral Home 6107 South East Street, Indianapolis. Morning prayers will begin at the funeral home at 11:30 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:00 PM at St. Mark Catholic Church, 535 East Edgewood Avenue, Indianapolis. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery in Indianapolis. Visit www.ORileyFuneralHome.com where you may leave a condolence.
Memorial Contributions may be made in his name to 5 loaves/2 fishes food pantry c/o St. Joseph Catholic Church, 319 East South St. Lebanon, Indiana 46052; envelopes will be available at the funeral home Friday.
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One of the classiest and sweetest men I’ve ever had the privilege to know. Tom was the manufactures rep for smarties candy when I started my career in 1980. He did everything he could do to make me feel comfortable, teach me about his market, and the candy industry as a whole. I got to know Tom’s family and developed a special kinship with his son, Jeff. More than once he “hustled” me on the putting green before teeing off. Great memories playing golf with Tom, working with him, and visiting him later in life when my son moved to Brownsburg. Rest In Peace my friend.
Eric, you were a favorite of my Dad! He loved and respected you so much! Thank you so much for the kind words!
Jeff I’m so very sorry to hear about your dads passing. He truly was one of the great ones back in the day when that group was, with much respect, we’re the candy industries iconic leaders! Your dad and that group took this young poor naive novice of a candyman and put me under their wings and mentored me like I was their son. They truly put me on a path to industry success I could not even imagine. I can’t begin to thank your dad and that infamous crew enough. Truly the good old days. I’m thrilled your dad had a wonderful life all the way to 93! That’s a great run. Mine made 90 and has been gone since 2010 and I talk to him and miss him every single day as I know you will your dad as well. Jeff thanks so much for the heads up and truly my most sincere condolences. Tom truly was one sweet guy! I’m also thrilled for your industry success and that you are carrying on this great sweet tradition for all of us!! Once again my sincere condolences. Always the best my friend. ߌȢ٥️ߙϰߏ¿ Stu Harris
Thank you for the kind words Stu! Dad always spoke so highly of you and thought the world of you!
Jeff, Marcy and Family our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With deepest sympathy.
Jeff thanks for letting me know. Your dad was a pleasure to work with when I was at Borden’s. We worked hard and played just as hard. The last few times we spoke was about the Notre Dame game against tennessee when your sister was there. Great memories. Take care.
Thanks for the kind word Rick! Dad always had a lot of respect for you and he enjoyed working with you very much! He was always asking me if we crossed paths after he retired.
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Dear Devlin family, please know of Our prayers and Gods Mercy. May Tom Rest In Peace!! . Love- The Monday Night St Michael Prayer Cenacle
Our deepest condolences for your loss. Tom will be missed and remembered by all. You will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
Marikay , Jeff and the Devlin family So sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Our condolences on your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. George and Valerie Anichini
Lots of love and prayers coming from your West Side Family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With heartfelt condolences from the Collins Aerospace ZDP Team.
Our heartfelt condolences,