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Thomas William Jackson
May 24, 1954 - January 17, 2020
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Tom slipped away from home to “Go Fishing” after a hard five month battle with cancer. He loved hunting, fishing and camping and was lucky to be able to do these things from an early age growing up in Chemainus with easy access to Copper Canyon.He met the love of his life at age 14 and they married 7 years later. Tom started work for BCFP Crofton Pulp and Paper in 1974 and retired as a Heavy Duty Mechanic. He worked with childhood friends and made many new friends there. His greatest memories are Port Renfrew in the old days, annual fishing trips with Craig and Wendy and being able to spend lots of time with his grandkids.
Predeceased by Parents Bill and Louise Jackson, brother in-law Owen Fransen and Siblings Bill, Pat, and Anne (Varcoe).
Surviving without him wife Gloria, sister Valerie (Paddy), daughter Tanya (Opie), son Kurt, beloved grandkids Jaeden, Adelyn and Vaughn.
In-Laws Rex (Anne), Louise (Cal), John (Chris), Sylvia (Ernie), Molly Varcoe, Herald Westendorp and many Nieces, Nephews and Good Friends.
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A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
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From: H.W. Wallace Cremation & Burial Centre
H.W. Wallace Cremation and Burial Centre Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Brian Jackson
Relation: first cousin on my father's side
To Gloria, Tanya, Kurt, Valerie, and other family: I was so shocked to hear of Tom’s passing at such a relatively young age…please accept my heartfelt condolences and sympathy in this time of profound grief and sadness. How I wish Tom and I had reconnected before this tragic event…we had some good times together and shared many laughs…I will always have those memories. Godspeed, Tom…
From: Mary and Brian Dice
Relation: We were neighbours for many years in Chemainus.
To Gloria and kids. We are so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Brian and I always enjoyed our yearly visit with Tom when he would come back to the old neighbourhood in Chemainus. You have lost him way too soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. XOX
From: Glenda Tyskerud
Relation: Long time family friend
Dearest Gloria, Sylvia just shared your tragic news with us this morning. Tommy always has a “happy” place in my heart. A sweet guy, who will be missed. Our love and prayers and hugs for all of you at this sad and difficult time. With sympathy, Glenda and Don Tyskerud.
From: Glenda Tyskerud
Relation: Long time family friend
Dearest Gloria, Sylvia just shared your tragic news with us this morning. Tommy always has a “happy” place in my heart. A sweet guy, who will be missed. Our love and prayers and hugs for all of you at this sad and difficult time. With sympathy, Glenda and Don Tyskerud.
From: Roxanne Nunweiler
Relation: Tom and Gloria’s Dental Hygienist at Reflexions Dental
Dear Gloria. I am so very sad to hear that Tom has passed away. . You know, he was one of my favorites and of course you would understand as a fellow health professional that there are just some people who steal your heart and make you laugh! Going to the dentist was definitely not the highlight of his day ! Tom reminded me so much of my brother who is a big guy too with a soft heart and gentle soul. And of course beside every good guy there is an amazing wife. I so enjoyed getting to know you and our talks about life’s ups and downs. I wish for you strength, love and peace through this challenging time. Roxanne
From: Brenda Allester
So very sorry to hear about Tom’s death. My thoughts are with you and your family Gloria. Such a huge loss for you all. Warm hugs to everyone. xo Brenda (Deeble) Allester
From: Bob and Chris Carlson
Relation: Through Deb and Len
Oh Gloria we were so very sorry to hear this….our tears are with you.
From: charlie and melanie kew
Relation: forever friend we all went to school together
he left us too soon a man who loved a good laugh we are shocked to hear of his passing we will be thinking of Gloria and the family he will always
be on the playfields in a good place, running after all the kids being a friend to everyone he knew..
From: Peter
Relation: Fishing friend
Dear Gloria. We were so saddened on reading of Tom’s passing. I will miss Tom on the local lakes we fished. I’ll miss Tom’s late spring drop ins at our house almost every year for an exchange of fishing info. Our deepest condolences too you, Gloria and your family. Never forgotten. Sincerely Peter Schwarz & Judi Ash
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