Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Joseph Davies a resident of Andover and beloved husband of Mary J. (Timony) Davies, died at the Parkland Medical Center in Derry, New Hampshire, on Friday, January 16, 2015. He was 92 years old.
Born in Andover, Massachusetts, on July 17, 1922, he was the beloved son of the late Thomas J. and Mabelle G. Davies. A career veteran, Mr. Davies was an Air Force Pilot for more than 20 years. He was the Base Commander at the Grenier Air Force Base in Manchester, New Hampshire, now know as the Manchester/Boston Regional Airport. He received his honorable discharge on October 1, 1970. In civilian life, Tom was the manager for the Lawrence Air Port for more than ten years and continued to enjoy flying. He was proud to be a licensed pilot until his passing. Tom lived with his son and daughter-in-law for the past 2 & ½ years in their home and enjoyed his grandchildren in his final years. He will be dearly missed.
Besides his beloved wife, Mary, Tom is survived by his living sons and daughter-in-law; Thomas J. Davies, III of Bradenton, Florida and Richard M. and his wife Susan M. Davies of Atkinson, New Hampshire, grandchildren; Danielle and Michaela Davies, both of Atkinson, New Hampshire and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be privately held. Donations in Tom's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 480 Pleasant Street, Watertown, MA 02472. For additional information, please visit, www.burkemagliozzi.com.