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Thomas D. Gatchie

Obituaries | The Tube City Almanac | July 03, 2016

Thomas D. Gatchie, age 59, of Clairton, formerly of McKeesport, died June 28, 2016 at his home. Born June 30, 1956, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late John and Catherine (Coulter) Gatchie and the husband of the late Gina L. Gatchie.
Tom was a hard-working man, who worked at S&S Transit for many years as a driver and dispatcher. He was a wonderful, gentle person who found sobriety late in life, overcoming the impossible and lived proudly to tell the tale. Tom was giving and selfless and would take the shirt off his back for a stranger. He made you feel like you mattered and would extend his hand to anyone in need.

Tom was an adored father and loving pappy. The world is a far darker place for having lost him.
Tom is survived by devastated daughters, Gina Gatchie, Crystal Gatchie, TJ (Todd) Motteram and KC Gatchie; grandchildren, Anthony Coban, Ivori Hale, Indeeyah Hale and Izayah Gatchie; brothers and sisters, John, Joe, Kathie, Darlene and Donna; companion, Susan Hall; nieces and nephews, and extended AA friends.
Per Tom’s wishes, no services were held and he was laid to rest at Round Hill Cemetery with his wife, Gina.
“Daddy, we love you, and will forever feel the void you left. Please be with mommy and rest eternally. Love, your girls.”
Arrangements were cared for by Willig Funeral Home & Crematory. Condolences may be given at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com

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Originally published July 03, 2016.

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