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https://feehilys.ie/death-noticesTuesday 25 June 2024
Lisheen, Strandhill, Co.Sligo
Tommie Gorman,
Lisheen, Strandhill, Co. Sligo
and formerly of Cairns Road, Sligo, June 25th 2024, at Saint Vincents Hospital, Dublin, surrounded by his loving family.
Former Journalist at R.T.. Predeceased by his parents and sister Paula. Cherished husband of Ceara Roche and father of Moya and Joe. He will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his wife, daughter, son, sister Mary, brother Michael, wider family, former colleagues, neighbours and many friends.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasal.
Reposing at Seán Feehilys Funeral Home, Cartron Cross, Sligo (F91EH98) on Friday, June 28th, from 4pm until 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated in Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, Ransboro, Co. Sligo on Saturday, June 29th, at 2pm, burial will follow in Kilmacowen Cemetery, Sligo.
Funeral Mass will be livestreamed via
https://tinyurl.com/tommiegorman
or alternativley
Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if desired, to the Sligo Rovers Development Fund c/o Seán Feehilys Funeral Home, Cartron Cross, Sligo via www.feehilys.ie/pay. Those who wish to leave a condolence message may do so below, on www.feehilys.ie or by traditional manner, we also welcome memories and stories about Tommie to an email managed by his children: tommiegormanstories@gmail.com.
Family home private please.
Tommie was a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend whose innate kindness and generosity of spirit touched the lives of all who knew him, his memory will forever remain in our hearts, and his spirit will continue to guide and inspire us every day.
All enquiries to Seán Feehilys Funeral Home, Cartron Cross, Sligo on 0719159999 / 0872411114.
Padraig /Dorothy Flynn
Castlebar Co Mayo
Submitted 22 November 2025
Our Sincere Sympathy to Ceara and all the GORMAN FAMILY
Simon Hess
Gill Hess Ltd, Skerries, Co.Dublin.
Submitted 22 November 2025
Deepest condolences to Ceara, Joe , Moya and all of Tommies extended family. It was a great honour to work with Tommie and to get to know him over the last number of years He was a special man and a good friend to myself and the team at Gill Hess. Our chats and catch ups will be sorely missed. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Simon.
Richard Allsop
Cheshire ( formerly of Sligo town)
Submitted 22 November 2025
Deeply saddened to hear of Tommies passing. Such a kind gentleman and true professional. My condolences to all his family. Rest in peace Tommie. Richard Allsop , ( Cheshire)
John Courtney
119 Elm Mount Avenue Beaumont Dublin9
Submitted 22 November 2025
Sorry for your great loss Ceara and family Tommie was my friend for more than thirty years and I will miss his friendship. May his gentle soul test in peace now John Courtney.
Richard & Lavinia
Collooney
Submitted 22 November 2025
Sincere sympathy Ceara ,Moya and Joe on the sad passing of your husband/dad RIP. May Tommie's soul rest in peace In our prayers and thoughts.
Séamus McKenna
Av. JoaquÃn Costa, 30, 06001 Badajoz, Spain
Submitted 22 November 2025
I had been hoping to meet up with Tommie at the end of the year for our 50th Summerhill class reunion (1974 Leaving Cert), sadly it's not meant to be.
Sylvia Carr
162 Whitecliff Rathfarnham D16H2W4
Submitted 22 November 2025
Deepest condolences to Tommie's family . A great journalist and a wonderful human being who treated everyone with respect. Aidan and Sylvia Carr
Jon Williams
107 Goodrich Rd
Submitted 22 November 2025
Tommie was the best of us. Always the optimist, he saw the good in everyone and everything. The wisest and kindest of men. And the most generous partner. Think where mans glory begins and ends, and say my glory was to have such friends.
Ivan Yates
Blackstoops , Enniscorty
Submitted 22 November 2025
Deepest sympathy to all the Gorman family Tommie was a legendary journalist and influencer in public affairs His sensitivity and kindness will never be forgotten RIP
Angela Feeney
Kreuzstr 8, Munich, Germany
Submitted 22 November 2025
Such sad news yesterday sent from Ireland. We have so many stories, laughs, discussions especially with the All Ireland School Choirs Competition traveling all over the Country promoting singing in Schools. He loved this project and both you Moya and Joe grew up with us on those 6 weeks every year AND not to forget Cearas wonderful cooking always on the Final nights. A sad day for you all, its hard to believe, he always picked himself up and his intense love for you three was clearly what kept him going. Ill sing a wee song when watching on Saturday. Take care - Angela
Aoife Hall
Rush, Co Dublin and Drumcliffe, Sligo
Submitted 22 November 2025
Sincere condolences on the death of Tommie. I met Tommie during his time in Brussels and he was always considerate and kind. A gentleman. Rest in peace.
Sean and Martha Allen c
Amana Estate Balllina
Submitted 22 November 2025
Sincere sympathy to all the family on the death of Tommie, a cherished friend and former colleague in the W Western Journal.
Nuala Smyth
Irvinestown, Co Fermanagh
Submitted 22 November 2025
I met Tommy at the Ulster American Folk Park, where I worked just after the first lockdown in Sept 2020. We had a lovely chat about Sligo and how good it was to see venues re opening It was great to meet Tommy, May his Gentle Soul Rest in Peace
Marian and Michael Casey
Doo. EAST, Gurteen, Sligo
Submitted 22 November 2025
Our condolences on the death of Tommy, May he rest in peace.
David Hughes
Clonsilla D15
Submitted 22 November 2025
Shocked and sad at the news that my friend Tommy died suddenly. He reached out to me on hearing about my condition. Great memories of days and nights in Sligo. Gone but will never be forgotten. RIP Tommy. Condolences . Dave Hughes.
Pauline Allen
Crofton Court Moate co westmeath
Submitted 22 November 2025
Deepest sympathy to all the Gorman family.i had the pleasure of meeting Tommy with my late husband who had the same cancer as Tommy and was in Uppsalla .he had cancer for 5 years but is dead nearly 5 years now.my deepest sympathy to all your family.prayers for you
Colm Mc Intyre
Ursuline College Sligo
Submitted 22 November 2025
On behalf of the Board of Management and Ursuline College community, I would like to offer our sincere sympathies to Ceara, Moya and Joe on the death of their beloved husband and father. Tommie was a great friend, advocate and supporter of Ursuline College, right up to his final weeks. He served on the Board of Management, gave talks to students, offered sage advice when requested and took an active role in progressing our current major building development. We are forever indebted to him for his passion, enthusiasm, deep commitment to and love of all things Ursuline. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
AnnOHiggins
Clonakilty
Submitted 22 November 2025
Suaimhneas Síoraí ort Tommie
Hans and Andrea Deforce - Waeyenbergh
kleerbeekstraat 25 - 3390 Sint Joris Winge Belgium
Submitted 22 November 2025
Dearest Ceara, Moya, Joe, We were stunned to hear the sad news of Tommie's decease. We wish you all the love and strength in this difficult period. Our sincere condolences for this incredible loss. Our thoughts are with you and the family. RIP Tommie. Big hug, Hans, Andrea and Jasperina
Ann Dempsey
Chapel Lane, Newbridge
Submitted 22 November 2025
Sincere condolences to Tommie's family on his death at such a young age. I have very happy memories of chatting with Tommie and his friend Adrian as my friend Rose and I walked part of The Camino with them in 2012/13. Tommie subsequently invited us to the All Ireland Choir final in Belfast later that year. He was a truly amazing man, an outstanding journalist with such a wonderful capacity to see situations from all angles and with such a zest for life. May his gentle soul now rest in peace
Geraldine McWeeney
Killard, Doonbeg, Co. Clare
Submitted 22 November 2025
Sincere condolences to Ceara, Moya and Joe, sister Mary, brother Michael and the wider Harkin and Gorman family. May his gentle soul rest in peace. Suaimhneas síoraí dhuit Tommy. Geraldine McWeeney O'Brien
Geraldine Gillan
Used to live in O Connell Street, Sligo
Submitted 22 November 2025
Tommie, he was such an unassuming and kind person. Was ever so sorry to hear of his passing. He was a year ahead of me in school and we used to meet up at many of the events put on by the schools. Condolences to all his family and may he RIP.
Sean Fallon
23 Craignethan Road, Whitecraigs
Submitted 22 November 2025
On behalf of the Fallon family in Glasgow, I wanted to express how sad we are at the loss of Tommie, one of the most complete and most thoughtful gentlemen, weve had the pleasure of knowing. He was taken far too young however his legacy will last for many many years to come. The plans and initiatives he has left in place to develop his beloved Sligo Rovers is something he will look down upon with pride. Rovers were second only to his love for his family. We wish them well and hope that they take comfort from the many expressions of love and admiration for Tommie that they will witness over the next few, difficult days, and beyond. RIP Tommie. Sean Jnr
Hannah Rice & Jack Gleeson
Ceanannas, Co. na MÃ
Submitted 22 November 2025
Comhbhrón ó chroí le Moya, Ceara agus Joe ar bhás Tommie. You are all in our thoughts at this very sad time. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal.
Jacqueline Maloney and Brian Derham
Drummonum, Farnham
Submitted 22 November 2025
Our sincere condolences to you Ceara , Moyà , Joe and to Tommies wider family circle and bounty of friends on his passing too soon.Over the next days we hope that you will draw some comfort from the tales that have been and will continue to be told of his many kindnesses and positive interventions which were numerous- some known and some yet to be told.He was one of lifes truly good guys and we will miss him terribly.
Noel & Fiona Barry
Rowestown, Drinagh, Wexford
Submitted 22 November 2025
Very saddened at the passing of a true gentleman. Tommie was a tremendous comfort during difficult times- always brought the good word and great positivity. Sending heartfelt condolence to Ceara and family
Stephen McGlade
Sinn Féin, Dáil ireann, Kildare St, D1
Submitted 22 November 2025
To Ceara, Moya and Joe. Sincere condolences on your sad and sudden loss of a beloved husband, and treasured father and friend. Tommie will be sorely missed not least by you his family, but all of us who had the true pleasure of knowing and working with him in the world of politics and media. We hope that the rich tapestry of memories you hold as a family bring you some solace in the days ahead. May he rest in eternal peace. Stephen, Máire McGlade & family Carrickmore, Co.Tyrone
Frank McGill,
5,Drumlease Road,Dromahair
Submitted 22 November 2025
We were very sad and shocked to hear of Tommie's death. He was a great adviser and support to us, as he was to so many nets patients. Sincere sympathy to all the family. Frank and Kay McGill
Dan and Greta Mulhall
12 Howe Street, Edinburgh, EH3 6TD, Scotland, UK
Submitted 22 November 2025
Dear Ceara, Moyà and Joe We are deeply saddened by the passing of our dear friend Tommie and want to send you our sincere condolences at this sad time for your family. Tommie was a wonderful friend to us and so many others, stretching back over decades. It was always a joy for us to catch up with him in Sligo or elsewhere and we will miss his sparkling company and joie de vivre. We will cherish always the many memories we have of the great times we spent in Tommie's company. We are so sorry not to be able to make the funeral but the Aer Lingus strike has made it impossible to get a flight from Edinburgh (where we now live) to Dublin. Love Greta and Dan xx
Frank O'Connor
11619 - 158 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta. Canada T5X-2K3
Submitted 22 November 2025
My sincere condolences to Tommies family. I was his classmate in Summerhill for 5 years and had spoken to him only recently after 50 years. Kindest regards for now and the future, Frank O'Connor
Millie Shanahan
Toomevara Nenagh Co.Tipperary
Submitted 22 November 2025
Ceara l met you and Tommie in Cork at the NETs meeting last year. I believe with all heart that Tommie saved me that night and for that l will be forever grateful. I was so sad to hear the news last Tuesday he will be in my prayers . Such a gentleman . My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Millie..
Deirdre Cullinan
Ursuline College, Sligo
Submitted 22 November 2025
Sincere condolences to you Moya, Ceara and Joe on the sad loss of your beloved Tommie. Thinking and praying for you all at this difficult time. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Andrew ORegan
London
Submitted 22 November 2025
Truly sorry to hear about your loss , Ceara. My condolences to you and your family. The impact that Tommie had on so many people in his career and life, with your love and support, will hopefully bring you some peace in due course. Andrew
Brian and Mary Cowen
Ballard,Tullamore
Submitted 22 November 2025
We wish to convey our sympathies to Tommies loved ones and many family relations and friends on his passing. We knew Tommie through his work with R.T.E.in various.capacities and roles during a stellar career in print journalism and as a consummate professionalism as a broadcaster known throughout Ireland and indeed beyond.My memories of Tommie both at work and when off-duty are happy ones born out of friendship and a great sense of fun.We will remember him with great affection.Above all he was a decent man who always sought out the best in people without ever compromising on his principles and integrity.Tommie has left his mark in so many unspoken ways.Ar dheis De go raibh se.
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