Thomas Michael Toohey

Gilmanton Iron Works, New Hampshire:

Thomas Michael Toohey, age 76, died on March 29th, 2026 at his home from natural causes.

He was born on March 16th, 1950 in Ipswich, Massachusetts; the son of Robert Michael Toohey and Ruth Maureen O’Neil. His stepfather was the late Joseph Mattera.

Thomas Toohey was raised in Lynn, Massachusetts and attended Swampscott High School. He served as a Fire Fighter in Boston and Swampscott, and was a veteran of the Air Force where he served in Vietnam. Later, Tom moved to Avery Hill Road in Gilmanton Iron Works, near Alton, where he lived happily with his wife Kathie. Tom enjoyed riding his motorcycle in the mountains of New Hampshire. He was known for his good sense of humor, his ability to tell a story, and his dedication to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.

Thomas Toohey was pre-deceased by his wife of 32 years, Kathie E. Miles (Toohey). He is survived by his brothers-in-law, John A. Miles and Daniel S. Miles; nephews Peter E. Miles and Christopher S. Miles; and many friends.

Arrangements are in the care of Peaslee Funeral Home, 12 School Street, Alton, NH.

Thomas will be interred with his wife, Kathie Toohey, on Thursday, July 30th, 2026 at 2:00pm at New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen, NH. Friends are welcome to attend the brief service. 

To express condolences, please visit: www.peasleefuneralhome.com