Thomas J. Silkie passed away on July 15, 2013 at the Care One at Morris. He was 88. Born in Harrison he lived in Manasquan before moving to Montville two years ago. Visiting is on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at the Armitage and Wiggins Funeral Home 596 Belgrove Drive Kearny. Mass Friday 10:30 am in St. Stephens Church. Internment Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Montclair.
Mr. Silkie served in The Marine Corps during WWII. He was a retired Expeditor from Otis Elevator. Husband of the late Dorothy (nee Cromie) he is survived by his children Caryn Silkie, Dorothy Hemenway, Linda Silkie and Thomas Silkie. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. He was predeceased by his daughter Pamela Rothenburger and her husband Harold.