Thomas “Tom” Dunn

Date of Death: August 8, 2021

Church Of The Holy Family

Thursday 8/12, 9:00 am - 10:45 am

Riverhurst Cemetery

Church Of The Holy Family

Thursday 8/12, 11:00 am

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Thomas Richard Dunn. Surrounded by his family at Lake Ontario, he passed peacefully on Sunday, August 8, 2021. He was predeceased by his son, Jason Dunn, in 2005, his father Richard in 2018, and his brother Paul in 1956. Tom was born March 11, 1948 in Utica, NY to Richard and Grace Dunn. He was the oldest of 11 children and was very proud of being the loving leader of his 10 younger brothers and sisters. Tom enjoyed a very active childhood and showed a passion for a variety of sports, most notably skiing, sailing and long-distance running. He would go on to captain the Providence College track team and was a top competitor in the 1969 Boston Marathon. Tom enrolled in the ROTC at Providence College and served his country as a first lieutenant with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. In 1973, he married Toni White, of Whitesboro NY, his beloved wife for 48 years. After years of working with his father Richard and brother Bob at the M&L Electric Company, Tom and Toni founded Dunn Electric Supply Company in 1986, in Binghamton, NY where they worked side by side ever since. He was a very active member of the community, serving as president of the Endwell Rotary Club, active in the Endwell little league organization, and guiding 7 Boy Scouts to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout as Scout Master of Troop 209. Always enjoying a joke and a laugh, “have you heard the one about…?” was a common phrase you could hear him say as he told you his latest joke. His delivery was impeccable, his charm was infectious, his warmth made everyone around him feel better. Tom truly brought a smile to everyone he encountered and insisted upon “always leaving them laughing.” Tom leaves behind his wife Toni, his true teammate, best friend, and love of his life; his children, Tony and Erin Khouri, Neil and Kate Sandhoff, and Ricky Dunn, and his Grandchildren, Eli, Addie, Tommy, Karsten, and Anthony.
A Funeral Mass will be held Thursday 11 am at Church of the Holy Family, 3600 Phyllis Street, Endwell. At the request of the family, masks will be required while in Church. Burial will be in Riverhurst Cemetery, Endicott. The family will receive friends at church Thursday from 9 am until 10:45 am. In lieu of flowers, if you would like to honor Tom’s memory, please consider donations to either Church of the Holy Family, Endicott, NY or the American Cancer Society, thank you.

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To Toni and the Dunn Family I just heard about Tom and just wanted to let you know I was thinking of you and your family and hope that you are doing well. Tom was a special soul always stopping in and cracking jokes and leaving with our office with a smile. I'm sure Scott & Tom are discussing prices up in the heavens above. Patti Taggart, Taggart Electric, Inc.

Dear Toni and family, So sorry to hear of Tom's passing. We were friends and business associates for many decades. With my sincerest condolences, Ed Johnson

Our hearts and thoughts are with the entire Dunn family. Joe Maloney and Kay Peavey

I feel so blessed, that I could be part of his family, even for just a short period of time back in 2003 and 2004. Even though it only took 4 months, and happened a very long time ago, I still feel that strong bond that formed with these wonderful people. I am very sorry for the whole family, Tom was a great man with a huge heart. Love, Tibi - exchange student hosted by the Dunn family in 2003/2004.

Toni and family, Please know that we are sending prayers and loving thoughts your way during this difficult time!! Sorry we couldn't be with you on Thursday, but we were with you in spirit.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Toni and family: I'm so sorry to hear about Tom's passing. He was always so much fun during the M-E high school soccer days when my son Andrew played. He will be missed by all who knew him. Keeping you all in my prayers. Sincerely, Filene Travis

Very sorry to hear of toms passing, always kind to me and very helpful to my company when ever we needed assistance. sending my prayers to his wife and children

We are blessed to have had the pleasure of enjoying Tom, up at camp. Such good memories. Sending healing thoughts and love to the whole Family.

Toni and family, So sorry to here of Tom's passing. He was and I'm sure still is one of the nicest guys I've ever met. I'm sure he's telling a joke right now. Always enjoyed his visits to Blanding Electric. My deepest condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

I ran with Tom at PC for four years and lived with him, along with Marty Robb and Tom Malloy, our last two years as students. He was usually, always, the center of our team and most importantly our social lives. His humor and energy infused us all. Tom was just so comfortable with himself. To me it was a sign of his integrity, honesty, and character, a strength that was always present and that he lived in all that he did. A natural dancer! He brought joy to our youthful lives which at times were stressful. Last Sunday, the clocks did stop when Tom left us. He is in my thoughts and will remain there. My deepest condolences to Toni and Tom's family. God bless! Ray LaBonte

Toni, Erin and Toni and kids, Kate and Neil and kids and Rick, my heart and prayers are with you. I can only imagine what Tom, Jason, and Dad/Grandpa are up to! Tom’s greetings of a big squeeze and an even bigger twinkling smile made everyone feel so special and like there was a celebration going on! He broke the path for all of us and taught us by sharing with us how to have adventures, how to how to care for your brothers and sisters and how to share generously. I will your lighter, that beautiful smile, that joyful laugh. I will miss you big brother. I love you, Your baby sister Lorraine

Was saddened to hear of Tom’s passing. I knew Tom very well being a local electrical engineer. I looked forward to his latest joke at the Southern Tier Electric Council meetings. He will be greatly missed.

I'm so sorry to hear, Kate. Your Accenture family sends you love, light, and our heartfelt condolences. ♥

I worked for Tom and Toni in the 90’s and was encouraged by Tom to finish my degree. I took his advice and did so. Twenty five years had passed too quickly. I reached out to him just weeks ago to thank him for his encouragement, his generosity, and most of all the skills he gave me to have a very successful career. In typical fashion he told me it was his pleasure and I was well deserving of his help. We spoke about the business, retirement, and how he and I used to escape to the warehouse to concoct some funny but mostly profitable plans. As we spoke, he gave me advice, made me laugh and brightened my day. As I said goodbye he urgently said “wait” I replied yes and he said “have you heard the one”? Again, we both started laughing and he shared his joke with me. I asked him to say hello to the boss (Toni) he chuckled and told me he would, then said take care my friend. That is how I will always remember my boss, my friend and my mentor. My heart goes out to the family. John Kolly

We are so incredibly sad to hear of Tom's passing. So many memories we have as a young family in Franklin include the Dunn family. Our hearts go out to all of you and we are sending love.

To all of you. We are so very sorry for your loss. Tom was a very spirited man who always had that "Dunn smile". The times i was with him, he used to say.. " i like you, your fun!" He was a true testament to a man who greatly loved, lived and laughed much. May you keep him in your hearts forever and be reminded of how much he loved all of you. Rest in Peace Tom. God Bless. love from, meghan and jim

Rick, sorry for your loss. ..

I have had the pleasure of having known and worked with Tom for over 40 years in the electrical business his business ethics were impeccable and well known. Quick with a joke he had a never-ending smile. We could always depend on Tom being there when needed and first off for help or assistance. He will be truly missed.

My more sincere condolence on the passing of Tom Dunn. As a '69 Providence College Grad and 4 year member of the Cross Country and Track teams, I remember Tom well as a tough and avid competitor who gave every race his all, a very hard worker and for his infectious, friendly and positive personality. I shared his participation in ROTC and also graduated a 2nd LT. I also shared his participation in the Boy Scouts of America being an Eagle Scout and seeing our son reach that rank as well. His service to his country, as a Scoutmaster, local Rotary leader and father of a beautiful family is a life well lived not just for himself, but for all those around him. I pray that his family will in time resolve their grief over his untimely passing and remember the good times with Tom and all the good things that he did for others. May Tom rest in peace. Pete Brown

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

May all the angels surround you all with love 💕 in this moment. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🥰🥰🥰🥰.

Toni,My name is Tom Buchinski and I knew Tom and you due to my manager’s job at Hubbell Inc. I traveled seven states for Hubbell and always, always, always, looked forward to traveling with Bill Strong to visit our partner and FRIEND Tom. He always treated us more like FAMILY rather then a manufacturer. We enjoyed many years of growing the business, laughing, sharing stories, breaking bread at local restaurants, and most of all, having a ton of of respect for each other.The world lost a very good man today and the world truly needs more men like Tom Dunn.I am very sorry for your loss,Tom

Tom and I were cross country and track teammates for three years at Providence College and I recall him as an admirable, dependable and honest person, and as a really funny guy always in good spirit as well as good humor. Thanks to his family for sharing such a detailed and expressive memory of Tom here on this site. It must evoke deep emotion for anyone who has known him. Serving his country as an officer in Viet Nam is just one of the many admirable elements of his obviously generous life that I will always think about. May I offer my deepest sympathies and condolences to Tom's large and beautiful family. Sincerely/Bob Crooke