Thomas J. Houlihan, 74, Served in Korean War

Thomas J. Houlihan of Needham died suddenly at home Oct. 10, surrounded by friends and family. He was 74.

Mr. Houlihan was a United States Air Force Korean War veteran. He also served as late director of buildings and grounds for the Needham Public Schools and owned Fire Eye Control, formerly of Newton.

Mr. Houlihan was married to Delpha M. (Hughes) for more than 50 years. He is also survived by son Thomas Houlihan and his wife, Bonnie, of Green Bay, Wis.; Patricia Houlihan and her husband, Richard Skinner, of Jacksonville, Fla.; Karen Silvia and her husband, Rodney, of Oak Bluffs; Diana Houlihan of Sanbornville, N.H., and Kevin and his wife, Diane Houlihan, of Franklin. He also leaves six grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Interment was held Oct. 13 in Needham. Donations may be made in Mr. Houlihan's name to the Jimmy Fund, 44 Binney street, Boston, MA 02115.