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Thomas CORMACK Obituary
October 17, 1941 - April 2, 2016
It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Tom's earthly presence – a beloved husband to Fran, Father to Tami (Jon) and Christa, Papa to cherished grandchildren Lexa, Elijah, Aurora and Astrid. Born in Calgary, he attended Capitol Hill, Briar Hill, Branton, Crescent Heights, Mount Royal College, Simpson College (Iowa) and the University of Calgary. Graduating with a business and teaching degree, he worked at the Hudson's Bay and taught business education, work experience and enthusiastically coached football at James Fowler and Western Canada High Schools. He was predeceased by his brother George just a week ago, on March 26, 2016, his niece Amber, his parents George and Kay Cormack as well as other beloved cousins, aunts, uncles and close friends. Tom loved his family and friends tremendously. He loved boating and partying at his cabin on the Shuswap. He loved his curling teams with the teachers' league and at the Winter and Glencoe Clubs. He loved his annual Grey Cup party. He was a good athlete who loved curling, basketball, hockey and football. He could beat anyone at cards and crokinole. His family is so grateful for caring doctors and nurses, faithful friends and the "prayer warriors" at Grace who helped him through this difficult journey. Celebration of Life will be held at Grace Presbyterian Church (1009 - 15 Avenue S.W.) on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared with family through www.evanjstrong.com. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in Tom's memory to Kidsport Calgary (P.O. Box 94011 Elbow River Post Office, Calgary, T2S 0S4; telephone: 403-202-0251; website: www.kidsport.ca/calgary). Arrangements in care of EVAN J. STRONG FUNERAL SERVICES. (403) 265-1199
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40 Entries
October 13, 2016
Dear Fran:
I just heard that Tom passed away. Sending my sympathy to you and your family. I worked a while with you on the Alumni Group and you were my teacher back in the 1970s. Fondest regards, Randy O'Connor
April 17, 2016
Dear Fran and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Our thoughts are with you through a difficult time.
With sympathy, Richard, Pam, and family.
Lori Ontonio
April 17, 2016
Dear Fran and family, so sorry to hear of Tom's passing! Our loving thoughts are with you all. 'Mr. Cormack' made my Law Course at Western Canada High School so much fun! A great teacher! Got to know Fran and family as well through Grace Church. Had fun out in the Shuswap...will never forget 'Uncle Tom' and Cole playing with that singing fish, many a laughs. Our hearts are with you through the days and months ahead Fran, with much love. The Ontonios.
Jeff, Diane and Family Holloway
April 14, 2016
Fran and family, Diane and I just heard about Toms passing. Our thoughts are with you. We will miss Toms' friendly smiling hello when we walk by the house. Now Tom can have a moments rest upon the wind.
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Bob and Mary Funnell
April 11, 2016
Fran, we were so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
1960 MRC Cougars
Moe Martin
April 11, 2016
Fran and family.....just got the news from Ernie Ross. Wish I would have known last week. Tom was an inspiration and leader on our MRC football teams. Condolences...on the loss of both Tom and George!
Rick and Wendy Melnyk
April 9, 2016
Fran and family
So sorry to hear of Tom's passing. We always had a great time with you guys. May your cherished memories give you strength in the days ahead.Hugs
Lawrie Mack
April 9, 2016
Fran and family... my thoughts are with you at this time. Tom was such a happy and friendly face at the teacher's Curling on Saturday mornings and at school activities.
Meg & Anthony Thoutenhoofd
April 9, 2016
Dear Fran,
We are so sorry to read of Tom's passing. We have wonderful memories of you and Tom at the Glencoe curling and at the Shuswap. Tom was so kind to our girls. He always had a smile and time to chat. We will always think of Tom very fondly. May you feel God's peace and strength during this time of sorrow.
Murray Anderson
April 8, 2016
Fran and family:
I first met Tom when he helped Nev Anderson and Ron Moroz coach us at Crescent in 1967, which was the start of his coaching career. I have enjoyed working with him all these years with the Crescent Alumni, we will miss him tremendously. I loved his sense of humour and the wicked twinkle in his eyes. Diane and my thoughts are with you Fran.
Murray Anderson
Debbi, Larry & Jagger Boyd
April 7, 2016
Dear Fran, Tami, Christa, and families,
We are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.
Allan Clowes
April 7, 2016
Fran
Our thoughts or with you. Tom was a great friend of Ron's and will be missed.
Thinking of you
Allan and Linda Clowes
Lynne & Gert Glata
April 7, 2016
Fran. Our condolences to you and the rest of the family. Gail sent me the notice or I wouldn't have known. This will be a difficult time for everyone. Thank goodness for your supportive family & friends and your strong faith. God bless you all.
Liz Harder
April 7, 2016
Dear Fran and Family, I will miss Tom and his bit of mischief at the CHHS golf tournament. He made it more fun, and everything he did was fun for all. We'll all miss him terribly. My best to you and your strength Fran to get your family through. Love you Fran.
April 7, 2016
Dear Fran and family,
We are sorry to learn of Tom's passing. With sincere sympathy in this time of sorrow,
Dick and Marie Stein
April 7, 2016
Tom will be greatly missed. His passion for living life, his family and people around him was unmatched. Hugs to Fran, Tami, Christa and all the grandchildren. Love to all of you. May God bless and hold you close in this time of sorrow.
Jim and Heather Keizer
April 6, 2016
I was so sad to hear about Tom. As a member of the teachers curling league I knew Tom as a friend, competitor and mentor. He will be greatly missed. Darren Colquhoun
Ken Grove
April 6, 2016
The Cormack family;
I was saddened to read of Tom's passing.
May your heart soon be filled with wonderful memories as you celebrate a life well lived.
Take care
April 6, 2016
Dear Fran,Tami and Christa,
Todd and I wanted to express our deepest sympathy for Tom's passing. May your loving memories of Tom help you get through this difficult period.
Sincerely,
Todd Sparks and Le Trinh
Carl Saarinen
April 6, 2016
Tom was a good guy. We had great times together. He will be missed. Condolences to Fran and the family.
April 6, 2016
Condolences Fran and family. Such a pleasant and friendly gentleman. Curling with him at the Glencoe was a treat, I often chatted with Tom. I'll never forget when he finally won the Club Championships after over 40 years in the league. He and Fran such a loving couple.
Brad and Dena Flock
April 6, 2016
We were very sorry to hear about Tom's passing and will always remember the fun times we had with you both.
Sincerely,
Keith and Heather Mercer
Doris Frizzell
April 6, 2016
Dear Fran & Family,
My deepest condolences on Tom's passing. He will be deeply missed but will remain in my heart and thoughts forever.
Ernie Ross
April 6, 2016
Fran and family
Tom was a wonderful man I have found memories of Tom , a teammate of mine at MRC Cougars we shared many beverages and stories
Diane Madill
April 6, 2016
Fran, Terry and I are sending our love and deepest sympathy to you and your family. We loved Tom.
Chris Pretty
April 5, 2016
Christa and family,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I remember him as a welcoming soul synonymous with the Shuswap Lake culture of Bastion Bay.
Thoughts are with all of you during this time.
Sincerely, Chris Pretty.
martin grant
April 5, 2016
Fran and family
we were very sad to hear the passing of
Tom we have many fond memories of Tom and the family' the best neighbor anyone could ask for Tom will be deeply missed
Dianne and Marty Grant
Vern and Jean Lloyd
April 5, 2016
Dear Fran, Christa and Tami,
We are so sorry to read of Tom's passing. We have many good memories of the happy times we spent with both of you playing crokinole, card games and just visiting.
April 5, 2016
Fran and Family So sorry for your loss. We only have a few memories of Tom but they were great ones. Loved the boat rides and tour of Shuswap.
Heather and Wayne Legge Nova Scotia
Ernie Ross
April 5, 2016
Fran and family I have found memories of my old MRC Cougar team mate, we had many beverages together. I am sorry for the loss of your soul mate . Love to your family
Kaye and Rick Madsen
April 5, 2016
Dear Fran and family, our sincere sympathy and love at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Kaye and Rick
Latin 10 CHHS
April 5, 2016
Condolences to you and your family, Mrs. Cormack.
April 5, 2016
Sorry to hear of the passing of your father Tami! Take care and cherish your memories
Ian Hamilton
April 5, 2016
So sad to hear of Tom's passing. Always will remember Tom's great sense of humor and his sportsmanship. Had many good times in our teacher's league with Tom and feel bad thatvi never made it out to the shushwap to spend some time. RIP Tom, we will miss you! All our best wishes to Tom's family.
Craig and Wendy Meredith
April 5, 2016
Tom will be missed by all of his Bastion Bay neighbours. Our condolences to the family.
Staci Brown
April 5, 2016
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Ted Rhodes
April 5, 2016
To Fran, and Family: condolences for the loss of two great brothers and two great friends of mine......may they both rest at the Right Hand of our Lord and Savior Christ Jesus!! To Mr. Cormack Sr, I will never forget, many moons ago not to many years after football at Mount Royal College, I was stuck in the NW Territories on oil/gas business the day before Xmas...Mr. Cormack Sr got me on the Shell Oil Plane that was heading for Calgary, I made it home for Xmas!!! What an awsome loving family!! (Ted Rhodes, fullback)
Tawny Chong
April 5, 2016
Tammy,
My condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Karen Wold
April 5, 2016
Fran:
Loving thoughts and prayers for you and yours at this most difficult time.
Fondly,
April 5, 2016
Dear Fran and family,
So very sorry for your loss. You were truly life partners and even at the end you were still there to help Tom on this last journey. He has determined to hang in for George and he did that too. May your continuing path be rich with your memories and and happily supported by your children and grandchildren. You are in our hearts and souls.
With sincere sympathy. Rob and Fran (Swann) Anderson
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