- Date Of Birth: August 30, 1928
- Date Of Death: April 23, 2014
- State: Florida
Melvin Thomas Foley
Merritt Island
Melvin Thomas “Tom” Foley passed away peacefully, at home, in his sleep at the age of 85 on April 23, 2014. Tom was preceded in death by his wife Jo, parents, George and Clara Foley, brother Bobby, and nephew Michael Foley.
Tom and Jo were the founders of Cape Kennedy Medals with the beginning of the space industry. Their most recent business was creating Space World-USA. Other than family, this was their passion in life for 46 years.
Tom is survived by his daughter Debbie Foley Graham, who devoted so much love and care during his time of need, five stepchildren Benny and Tony Tickle, Kay Altes, Becky Hamilton, and Shelba Akers all of Virginia; sixteen grandchildren, tweny-three great grandchildren, and five great great grandchildren. A very special thank you to Monica Bernard for taking loving care of our Dad.