Tom was born October 27, 1942 in Van Wert, Ohio to Gaylord and Vada (Mohler) Foley. He moved to Greenville in 1954 and graduated from Greenville High School with the class of 1961.
On December 28, 1963 he married the former Etta Mae (Bruss). She preceded him in death in 2002.
Tom attended St. Mary’s Catholic Church. He was active as a local business man in Greenville. His previous business ventures included Foley’s on Broadway and Mr. R.V. For the last 32 years he has been the proprietor of the Fairlawn Steakhouse in Greenville.
He enjoyed spending his winters in Florida and visiting Northern Michigan in the summer. He loved spending time with his Grandkids and Nephews and going boating.
He is survived by his Fiancé: Judy Whittaker, Son and Daughter-in-law: Pat and Kandy Foley, of Greenville; Daughter and Son-in-law: Becky and James Forse, of Cincinnati, Ohio; Sister, Kathleen “Foley” Custer, of Greenville, Ohio; Four grandchildren: Megan Foley, Molly, Jack, and Madelyn Forse, and Nephews: Jacob and Caleb Custer.
Family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 from 4-8 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio. A celebration of Tom’s life will be held on Thursday, September 13, 2012 at 10:30 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church 233 West Third Street Greenville, Ohio with Rev. Fr. John White Celebrant. Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic School 238 West Third Street, Greenville, Ohio.
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