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Andrew Thomas obituary, Victoria, BC

Andrew Thomas Obituary

THOMAS, Andrew - Hereditary Chief January 14, 1948 (Victoria, BC) - April 7, 2018 (Victoria, BC) Andy was predeceased by his daughter Lisa Nicole. He is survived and will be profoundly and dearly missed by his wife MaryAnn; children Ed, Maureen, Ben, Mike (Genea), Maryanne, Matt (Ruby), Louie (Christina), Randy; a wealth of grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister Cindy St. Pierre; cousins Loretta and Phil Charles; nieces Frances and Arlene Wheeler; along with an abundance of other relatives and friends. A Hereditary Chief with the Esquimalt Nation (Xwsepum) for virtually 50 years, Andy was a tireless advocate for inherent indigenous rights and demonstrated that every day of his abundant life. With integrity, humility, kindness and generosity he leaves his posterity of over 70 with many wonderful memories of his dedication and commitment to family, culture and community. Both the Prayer service 7pm Wednesday, April 11 and the Funeral service 9am Thursday, April 12, 2018 will be held at the Esquimalt Longhouse.

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Published by Victoria Times Colonist from Apr. 10 to Apr. 12, 2018.

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Desiree White-Raagner

April 11, 2018

May his loved ones, friends and nation find comfort by the outpouring of love surrounding them and may their happy memories provide them all some peace at this very hard time.

Mabel Thomas

April 11, 2018

My prayers are with all of you.I miss my Family lots of love Mabel Martha Thomas Finley

Colleen MacCormac

April 10, 2018

RIP Andy. My heart goes out to the Thomas family. I've known the Thomas family for years and had the pleasure of working for and with Andy at Esquimalt Nation. Andy was a wonderful person and I will never forget his laugh. Maryanne please know that I'm always here for you. Love to you and the family. xoxo

Theresa Turner

April 10, 2018

I did not know Andy or his family well. However, I did work at the Esquimalt Band Office briefly and was introduced to him and his family. A very gentle, observant man. It was a pleasure to have the opportunity to work there in a quiet, unassuming, respectful place. I offer all the strength, compassion and tenderness to the family during this very personal loss.

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