I met Tom through the Malone family in Miltown. I had seen a video interview he did with Tom Malone and then met him on a visit to the town a few years ago. He had a great wit and of course an encyclopedian (sp?) knowledge of songs and their origins. I got a chance to look through the tribute book written by his friends and admirers when I was at the Willie Clancy Week this summer. I also got to greet Tom at Malone's Pub that week. It was obvious how ill he was, but he was still out and about and enjoying the craic during the week. He will be sorely missed. RIP, Tom.