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for Thomas Day
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Johana Vigneswaran (Francis)
November 6, 2024
I will forever be grateful to you and the breakfast club. I am not sure if I actually physically needed it. But mentally I needed it. God bless you and may you rest in peace.
Resa Hamel
December 27, 2021
Rest in eternal peace father day . I have never met another priest who has cared as much as you and done as much for his community as you did . I will never forget you
S Ponce
June 24, 2010
Father day I will forever miss you. You will be in our hearts. Thank you for being there for me when nobody else was you made me become who I am today and for that I will always be thankful for. Thank you for taking care of me and being there for me as a father.
A Woods
May 31, 2010
Over 10 years has past since I was a child at St. Paul's Elementary and a regular at Sunday Mass - I still remember and love Father Day.
Thanks for touching our lives.
Rick & Mary Korol and Family
May 31, 2010
Our entire family is greatly saddened by the recent loss of Father Tom Day. In the few years that we got to know him while attending mass at Thunder Bay Beach, he quickly captured our attention, then admiration & respect, and finally our loyalty. He was a gentle man and yet a strong, determined priest. In his homilies he explained the most difficult of life's topics and challenges, in concise, understandable and many times, humourous ways. He was easy to like and he will be sorrowfully missed. May God grant his soul eternal rest in the Kingdom of Heaven. We wish to extend our most heartfelt condolences to his entire family. We will always remember him and keep him in our prayers.
Paul and Ella Ferris (Bowler)
May 30, 2010
We were very saddened to hear of the passing of Father Day at Mass today.
We knew him as a leader to the youth at St. Joseph’s Parish and as the priest that married us at Corpus Christi on May 19, 1973.
We extend our most sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Austin Guerin
May 30, 2010
You were a friend of my father's whether it was from your childhood in Corktown &/or from your dedicated years at St Paul, rest assured you and your buddies, Fred, Fr Joe Nolan, Bobby M. et. al. are re-united once again in the eyes of our Lord. Rest in Peace, dear Father, you have been called to greater calling.
Cathy Thomas Mazzuca
May 29, 2010
I am truly sad to hear of Fr. Day's passing. I have such fond childhood memories of him, even after all these years.
Chris Goddard
May 29, 2010
Upon this day sadness in our hearts...For Father Tom Day
In the silence, no voice do we hear,
No sounds of laughter, emptiness’ feared,
No smile is found, no song in our hearts,
A loss in the family, one has embarked,
A journey for soul’s one special man,
He gave to others, a helping hand,
A gentle man, whose hearts desired,
Tom reached new heights, in others he inspired,
We all knew it, cause Tom he cared,
Those who marvelled, life that he earned,
A father and uncle, brother and friend,
Inquisitive and spiritual, to the very end,
With prayer comes victory, strength comes will,
Patience’s comes virtue, in time comes skill,
Though cold and snow wind and rain,
The rite of passage he never complained,
Memories and faces old places he'd been,
Photographs now cherished something to be seen,
For family and friends, all who gathered near,
Remember his spirit it still lingers here.
Chris Goddard
Clara /Jorge Escobar
May 28, 2010
Father Day you will live in our hearts for ever you always took the time and went the extra mile to give and help whom ever was in need We feel so fortunate to have met you. Our prayers and condolences to your family
Marie Emond-Schiavo
May 28, 2010
I remember Fr.Day as a student of St. Paul's. He was one of the nicest Priests and we were happy to have had him. Rest in Peace Fr. Day ..you deserve it. You have left a legacy of yourself filled with dignity and enormous grace. May your family find peace knowing that you were loved. God Bless you and your family. what a tremendous loss, for the Catholic Church.
Stephanie Baskerville (nee Butcher)
May 28, 2010
Condolances and prayers to the family and friends of Fr. Tom Day. He was a wonderful priest, always ready with a smile, and not afraid to tell a little joke every now and then! Truly down-to-earth. He will be greatly missed at Thunder Beach (where I knew him from). A very accomplished man who touched the lives of everyone he met, Fr. Tom has easily earned his eternal rest at Jesus's side.
Rest in peace, Fr. Tom.
Julie Bonett
May 27, 2010
It was only weeks ago Fr Day crossed my mind and to stumble upon this sad news is heartbreaking. I know Fr. Day as a child, at St. Teresa's School, South Etobicoke. My memories of him... he was always happy, funny and cool all around. It would of been a pleasure to meet up with him again, especially as an adult.
To his family... my deepest condolences. I will always keep him in my prayers. May he rest in eternal peace!!
Kyle
May 27, 2010
I didnt know him very long but whenever we had mass he always had good jokes and made them a lot more interesting. He will be greatly missed.
Michelle Ross
May 27, 2010
I have great memories of Fr. Tom at Corpus Christi . I will never forget the wonderful man he was and god is taking a great person back up to heaven with him. You will be missed Fr. Tom Day.
Jonathan Santiago
May 27, 2010
When I was young, my brother and I attended elementary school at St. Paul's Catholic School feeling weak and hungry, until Father Day began a breakfast club in the basement of St. Paul's Basilica. My brother and I will always keep Father Day in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you, Father Day. The Kindness of God shone brightly through you.
Deanna McDermott
May 27, 2010
It was a pleasure to know Tom and to work with him. For 5 years, Tom enlisted my services to lead music at the 11am mass and he was excellent in giving direction about liturgy and yet gave you the opportunity to contribute your ideas and talent. I will greatly miss him but look forward to the day when I will see him in heaven.
Deanna McDermott (nee Spohn)
Gisele Desroches
May 27, 2010
Father Tom has been a wonderful friend to my family over the years. His kind heart, generous spirit and beautiful laugh are things I remember and will miss dearly.
Marlen Escobar
May 27, 2010
Father Tom Day was the type of person you feel fortunate to have met. He touched the lives of so many people and he will never be forgotten. I feel blessed to have known such a great man. My sincere condolences.
Paul-Raymond Wharton
May 27, 2010
Our sympathy, condolences and prayers go out to all the Day family, but also to those many other less fortunate families whom "Fr Tom" touched throughout his life: in Toronto's East End, Dominican Republic & other nations he visited & donated school supplies, with his beloved "Boat People", as well as MSSB's Breakfast program for all in need & "Early School Leaving Committee" for that very first work & study program for teens under stress in school. We worked with him since the 1970's throughout his Pastoral & Trustee years.
A smaller man in physical stature but a bigger man than most of us in heart, forgiveness, empathy, kindness, Christian values & forward looking ideas. He will be sorely missed & sadly we shall not see his like again. In the biblical sense "Fr. Tom" was "a man without guile" and truly a "Gentle Man" Requiescat in Pacem.
Theresa Ravanello-Wharton (former Chief Social Worker MSSB) & Paul- Raymond Wharton [former Asst. Director of Education MSSB)
Dana Saccoccio
May 26, 2010
Tom Day was a wonderful friend to my father for many years. My father looked forward to Saturday evening mass at St. Paul's and very often dinner out together with Father Tom afterwards...sometimes I was invited to join them too. Our family remembers Father Day for being there for us at a time of family loss and also happily for the triple baptism of my son Johnpaul and two of my nephews, Robert and Blake at St. Paul's, December 1992. Our greatest admiration of Tom Day is for his establishment of the St. Paul's Breakfast Club and for his support of so many children over the years in such a dignified way.
Thank you to Father Tom Day from the Saccocio Family.
Suzanne Phillips
May 26, 2010
My condolences to the family of Father Tom Day. I rememember Father Day as a great friend to my family when he was at St. Joseph's parish in Toronto, many years ago. He was kind and funny, and when my Dad, Ted Lauzon, coached hockey, Father Day was always out to cheer on this teams. Kids were never afraid to talk to Father Day, and this was an amazing thing back in the 60's. His homilies often included references to Charlie Brown and Snoopy, and were thoughtful, fun, meaningful and relevant. Young people came to mass because they wanted to see and hear Father Day. He was universally liked and respected. My family still tells stories of Father Day, and he will be remembered in our prayers.
Jerry & Lillian Ponikvar
May 26, 2010
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Father Tom Day. Our prayers and condolences are extended to the Day family. Father Tom was a very special priest who cared deeply for the underpriveleged and those in need. He truly preached the Gosepls of Christ through his example. May he rest in peace knowing that he made a difference!
Lillian and Jerry Ponikvar
Martin Martens
May 26, 2010
May the Lord 'hold him in the palm of his hand'.
Catherine Musselman
May 26, 2010
I will not forget you!
See, I have engraved you on the palms of my hands; Isaiah 49:15
Tom was a good friend and a good man and he will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family that he has left behind.
Cathy Musselman on behalf of
Barbara Musselman, Susan & John Mulhall, Michael, Paddy & Catie Mulhall
jeff peters
May 26, 2010
I am sorry to hear of your passing i thank you for changing my view of the priesthood, you were a friend to all and help people see that you were just a guy and help them find themself's and god may god keep you and give you the peace you deserve, i will remember you and thank you.
Kevin & Louise O'Connor
May 26, 2010
We have very fond memories of Fr. Tom, who made a huge difference in both of our lives. It was because of him that Louise I renewed our marriage vows surrounded by family and friends. This stands out as one of the most memorable events in our lives. He had a very special gift, among many others, that allowed him to share a brief meditation that we could take and 'go up the mountain' and reflect. Fr. Tom, a magnificent human being, is now in heaven and truly at peace with Our Lord.
Susan Zahra
May 26, 2010
Fr. Tom had touched so many lives with such a positive force. He was such a unique and special person. Our lives will be forever blessed for knowing the man known as Fr. Tom. Our prayers and condolences go out to his family and friends.
Susan and Charles Zahra
Danny Blazina
May 26, 2010
Imagine a life where all you think about is helping another person...you were a good man Tom
Tony Lant
May 25, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Betty Hubbard
May 25, 2010
Fr.Day was a tireless advocate for the people of Regent Park. I often worked and attended meetings with him. May he rest in peace
Padre Luis Quinn and Father Day in San Jose de Ocoa Dominican Republic
Evelyn Tully Costa
May 25, 2010
Saludos from San Jose de Ocoa via Brooklyn New York. I met Tom in the Dominican Republic over 10 years ago while doing a profile for NPR on his childhood friend, Father Luis Quinn. (A Scarborough Priest from Toronto) Tom was a rotating fixture at the Casa Curial in Ocoa where his warmth, dedication to working with the poor went hand in hand with his sense of humor, gentleness and relentless eye for justice. There is NO doubt in my mind he's in heaven, exchanging bad jokes with Father Luis over a Presidente. Tom visited Ocoa for decades and will be greatly missed there..
Besos y brazos Padre Tomas!!!
Hugo Alvarenga Alas
May 25, 2010
Tom Day was a great friend and teacher. He led by example especially when dealing with young people. I am fortunate to have been a part of his spiritual conversations and his endearing humour. I will never forget those moments!
Tom Day, I love you and I know you are still with us!
Chris & Lisa Goddard
May 25, 2010
Father Tom Day fond memories after the sunday homily of (Chip) the chipmunk and The bald headed Blue Jay. He'd ask about the fireworks on every long weekend. He enjoyed life everyday to the fullest. He is in our prayers Lisa & Chris Goddard
Chris Goddard
May 25, 2010
Father Tom Day fond memories after the sunday homily of (Chip) the chipmunk and The bald headed Blue Jay. He'd ask about the fireworks on every long weekend. He enjoyed life everyday to the fullest. He is in our prayers Lisa & Chris Goddard
May 25, 2010
I remember Fr. Tom Day as a tireless advocte for those most in need. May he rest in peace!
Frank Meagher
May 25, 2010
I remember Fr. Day coming to the MSSB Region Office #3 on Hazelton on his bicycle and sharing a coffee in the staffroom - always friendly and at times compassionate! Pat Zurawski
Nona Mariotti
May 25, 2010
The respect that Fr. Tom exhibited to every MSSB student through his diligence and christianity is exemplary for all of us .His compassion for the less fortunate was always at the forefront of his deeds. There will be great celebrations in heaven these days. Nona Mariotti[Inverary ,On]
Lorraine Goddard
May 25, 2010
Fred and Lorraine Goddard with many fond memories of Thunder Beach and good conversation. Father Tom will be greatly missed, with much love, the Goddard Family
Ted Merriman
May 25, 2010
My thoughts and prayer ar with the family of Fr. Day, I was his first convert , enjoyed our weekly meetings and years of friendship.
Ted Merriman
Mary Ellen Lawless
May 25, 2010
My condolences and prayers... I arrived at St. Paul School as the Principal at the same time as Fr. Tom was appointed Pastor. We were only a few hours apart in age... he would smile and introduce me as bull in a china shop and I would reply "that makes two of us"... we had many good experiences together expecially the Thanksgiving dinners we organized for the entire staff, student body and those who worked on the third floor of St. Paul School. I still think the Breakfast Club should be called the Fr. Tom Day breakfast Club. Many of the students and staff remember him but never knew the Cardinal.
William J. Brown
May 25, 2010
With assurances of prayers for those who must experience this separation.
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