Thomas Edward Linehan (June 28, 1904 – August 5, 1974) was an American jurist and politician who served as a justice on the South Boston Municipal Court and was a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives and the Boston City Council.

He was also responsible for the act that turned the Dorchester Heights Monument over to the National Park Service.

During his first two campaigns, Linehan did not make any speeches for his candidacy, instead spending time on the stump for Mayor Maurice J.

[3] On May 9, 1942, Linehan received his commission as a lieutenant, senior grade in the United States Naval Reserve.

[5] During World War II he served in the Pacific Theater and was discharged with the rank of lieutenant commander.