Timothy “Tim” Patrick Toomey, 75, of Huntley, formerly of Algonquin, died peacefully on June 15, 2023, at JourneyCare Barrington.
Tim was born in Chicago on April 18, 1948, to parents Timothy and Gladys (nee May) Toomey. Despite being a lifelong Sox fan, it was while he was attending a Cubs game with some friends that he met Patricia McDonald and quickly fell in love. The couple was married on March 13, 1981, and celebrated their 42nd anniversary earlier this year.
Tim is survived by his beloved wife, Patricia Toomey, his children, Eileen (Matthew) Marra, Tim (Jamie Manner) Toomey, and Caitlin (Grant) Johnson, his grandchildren, Keegan, Brooklynn, Cole, Madison, and Timothy Jake, his sisters, Kathleen (Bill) Siciliano and MaryPat (Tom) Byrne, and many nieces and nephews.
Per the family’s wishes, a private celebration of life will be held at a later date.
For further information, please contact the DeFiore Funeral Home 847-515-8772
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I was surprised today, by an announcement of Tim’s death this past June. I’ve not had contact with Tim for several years, so wasn’t aware he he had been ill. In prior years, we had become friends playing bridge together in a variety of Crystal Lake groups, so I’m well aware of what a nice man he was, ever the gentleman, & how well-like he wax by everyone. I’m sorry to learn he’s no longer with us. He will be missed by all. My sympathies & condolences go out to all his family & friends.
Tim and I were first cousins. He and his father helped expose me to Notre Dame and its traditions when I was growing up. That exposure played a major role in my ultimately deciding to attend Notre Dame, which was one of the better decisions that I ever made. My sister Carol ended up attending, too. We don't always know how we affect others' lives, but Tim and Uncle Tim certainly affected mine.
Loss of your life’s partner is the most difficult Loss a person can have