Thomas J. O'Hare, Of New York, formerly of Somerville, passed away peacefully at his childhood home surrounded by loved ones on Thursday February 8th, 2024.   He was 77 years old.

Thomas was born in Medford, MA and graduated from Somerville High School.  He went on to join the U.S.  Army Reserve before making a lifelong career working as a flight attendant for 42 years for American Airlines from which he retired from.  Thomas loved his career in the sky and traveled around the world making many lifelong friends along his travels.  He often enjoyed retelling the story of meeting Betty Davis during one of his routine trips.      Thomas moved from Somerville to the big city of NY when he was only 18 years old and resided in downtown Manhattan for the next 59 years.  He loved the city and enjoyed spending his time meeting up with friends for lunch or having a chance to dress up, as he was sharp dresser, for a night on the town.   Thomas had an easiness about him that made others feel right at home when talking with him.  If you stayed long enough you were sure to be laughing in no time as he had a wonderful sense of humor and an infectious laugh.

Thomas met and married the love of his life Bob. Thomas was predeceased by his beloved husband Robert Levy and he leaves behind his Stepson Jake and his adorable Step Grandson.

Thomas also leaves behind his beloved sister Alice O'Hare and lifelong family friend Marge Hovasse.  He was son the of the late Ella Mae (Love) and Joseph O'Hare.  He was predeceased by his brothers Joseph and wife Franny, Francis, Jack and Richard, and sister Beverly (Booth) O'Hare. He leaves behind family members:  sister-in-law; Carol O'Hare, Alison Booth, Joseph O'Hare, Maureen Tracey, Kathy Foster Richard O'Hare, Colleen McCarthy, Carol Pilgrim O'Hare and many Grand Nieces and Grand Nephew's and Great Grand Nieces and Great Grand Nephews as well as many longtime friends and neighbors.   Special thanks to this amazing friends Rich, Dave, and Val for all their love and support.

Thomas's smile and laughter and that twinkle in his eye will be missed greatly by all!

There will be a graveside burial on Friday February 16, 2024, at 11:00 am at Woodland Cemetery, 302 Elm Street, Everett.