William Thomas "Tom" Daley

September 29, 1961 - September 29, 2022

William Thomas “Tom” Daley, 61, of Springfield, died at 12:32 pm, Thursday, September 29, 2022 at St. John’s Hospital. He was born September 29, 1961, to John and Edith Burris Daley. He married Lisa VanDenBossche on September 10, 1983 and she survives.

Also surviving are two sons, Sean (Amber) Daley of St. Louis, MO and Casey (Stephanie) Daley of Dawson; five grandchildren, Jaelyn, Isabella, Nora, William, and Michael; several nieces, nephews and cousins and his two dogs, Darby and Riley.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Beverly Kay Bernstein and one niece, Kelly Moore.

Tom was a member of Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. He was employed by the city of Springfield for 38 years.

He was president of the International Association of Machinist Local #1815 for thirty years and was an officer in the Elks Lodge #158. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, concerts and spending time with his family.

Visitation: 4-7 pm, Thursday, October 6, 2022, at Staab Funeral Home – Springfield.

Funeral Service: 7 pm, Thursday, October 6, 2022 at Staab Funeral Home – Springfield, with Rev. Paul Lesupati officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans of Illinois or directed to the family to use at their discretion.

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Visitation Information

Date: Thursday, October 6, 2022

Time: 04:00 pm - 07:00 pm

Staab Funeral Home - Springfield

Address:

1109 South Fifth Street

Springfield, Illinois 62703

217-528-6461 Map

Service Information

Date: Thursday, October 6, 2022

Time: 07:00 pm

Staab Funeral Home - Springfield

Address:

1109 South Fifth Street

Springfield, Illinois 62703

217-528-6461 Map

Memorial Information

Memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans of Illinois or directed to the family to use at their discretion.

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Stephanie Duff posted on 10/7/22

On behalf of the Machinists Local 1815, I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to your family. Tom was the President of our union when I became a member. After the lab at the power plant went union, I started going to the monthly meeting and saw how much Tom cared for the union and all its members. I hope that I can live up to his legacy as the current President of Local 1815. Wishing you comfort, Stephanie Duff

vicky and phil drum posted on 10/5/22

to the best labor day picnic volunteer ever. I'm sure Mettie. is waiting for you to help out

anthony manuele posted on 10/4/22

Tom was a great friend, I was saddened when I heard of Tom’s passing, my condolences to the family

Pat Kmett posted on 10/3/22

Lisa, Please know I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Though Tom is gone from this earth, he will be forever in your heart. Sending hugs.

Vicki Basan-Welch posted on 10/3/22

Lisa and Family…Keeping you all in our hearts and …and Wishing you peace. Love, Vicki and Tom Welch

Tricia Canterbury posted on 10/3/22

Lisa and family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers. Hugs, Tricia Canterbury

Kathy Fleck posted on 10/3/22

Dear Lisa , I just now heard about Tom's passing and my heart sank. All my love and prayers are going out to you and the boys. It's hard to believe it's been forty years since the first time I met Tom and fell in love with the way he made you my friend so happy. I can only imagine how hard it must be, but I know that you are aware he is now in heaven looking after you and the boys from there. God bless all of you. Love Kathy Fleck

Tammy Bartolomucci posted on 10/3/22

Sorry for your loss ,Lisa.

Ray Broccardo posted on 10/2/22

So sorry to hear about Tom he was a good man a friend since high school may God Bless your family

Chuck and Janet Reynolds posted on 10/2/22

Lisa, Sean, and Casey we are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Chuck has many good memories of working with him at the CWLP garage. We hope that all of your wonderful memories with him give you comfort now and in the difficult days ahead. Peace to you and all of Tom's family and friends.

Bruce Lauer posted on 10/2/22

Dear Lisa and family, Donna and I are so very sorry to learn of Toms passing. He was a great friend and his sense of humor was second to none! He had a heart of gold and could brighten up anyone’s day. We will be praying for all of you.

Tracey Adkins posted on 10/1/22

I remember Tom from high school days long ago. He was a friendly, easygoing, funny, gentle guy who loved to have fun and was always willing to help, especially with car stuff! He drove a really fast dark green Nova & was justifiably proud of it! He was a great guy. My deepest condolences to the entire family. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

John Fleischacker posted on 10/1/22

My CWLP coworkers have lost another one of the good guys we worked with. Tommy was one of the nice guys and my thoughts are with his family and many friends. Rest in eternal peace Tommy, you will be missed.

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