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Thomas Nease Obituary
Born September 29, 1927 in Calgary, Alberta. Died June 16, 2015, peacefully in his sleep. Loving husband to his wife of 61 years, Irene. Wonderful father to Stephen (Dian), Bradley (Valerie), Leslie (deceased), Michael (Sharon) and David (Michelle). Beloved grandfather to Robert (Lydia), Ben (Daniela), Sam, Max, Jake, Joe, Nicole, Zach, Josh and Liam. Tom enjoyed a successful 40-year career in the Canadian sporting goods industry, rising from an early sales position to serve as President of both CCM and Adidas Canada. He also served on numerous boards, as well as governmental committees. Friends may call at the Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor St. W., at Windermere, east of Jane subway from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday. Funeral service will be held at Christ Church Woodbridge, 8045 Islington Ave., on Saturday, June 20th at 11 a.m. If desired, memorial donations to the Scott Mission or the Hospital for Sick Children would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences may be made through
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Nease
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Tom Wright
June 26, 2015
As the fourth President of adidas Canada I had the good fortune of not only following Tom's indelible footprints in business but also was provided with a connection to develop a friendship that lasted well beyond both his and my departure from the brand with the three stripes. Just a few weeks ago Tom and I had a wonderful lunch at one of his favourites haunts on Bloor St. West. We talked about all the important things in life: wives, children, grandchildren and of course sports which inevitably included the CFL. We together concluded that we were both indeed very fortunate and blessed Canadians. I know I am the better person for my memories of Tom and so glad that we shared a recent breaking of bread together.
June 25, 2015
Sincere sympathy to the Nease Family and Tom's Community.
He was a gentleman of integrity and significant contributor to the import footwear community (1976-79)as Adidas' representative.
Beverley Poste, Picton
Phil Nease
June 22, 2015
My condolences to Irene and family. It was an honour to shake his hand and enjoy some family Sunday dinners with everyone.
Leslie Bangs
June 21, 2015
My deepest sympathy Irene, my aunt Kay would be heart broken for you and your family. She cherished both of you, and you shared the strongest of friendships over so many years. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Leslie Bangs
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Doug Hayes
June 20, 2015
Not sure how my signature was omitted last night but the message re: being proud of being President of adidas Canada was from Doug Hayes. My thoughts and prayers are with the Nease family today and in the coming weeks/ months
June 20, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the Nease Family on Tom's passing.
I have such warm and fond memories of 'Mr. Nease', he was such a wonderful, kind man.
My thoughts are with the family at this most sad and difficult time.
Janis (Peterson) Marks
June 20, 2015
Dear Irene,
Tom the center, and the carrier of your family and my old pern friend is no longer around. How sad ! Many happy memories come up when his name is mentioned. We wish you strength and the backing of your kids when the days become lonely. God bless you !
Peter and Hannelore Rduch
June 20, 2015
To the Nease Family:
One of my greatest honors in life is to be able to say that I was the President of adidas Canada, and one of the main reasons is that the bar was set so high by Tom. Integrity and class are things that are talked about often but rarely epitomized over 88 years. Every adidas employee past and present owes a debt of gratitude to "Mr. Nease" , wish I was able to be there but if there was a reason to explain my absence, no one would appreciate it more than Tom. I have to be with my oldest daughter and from one family man to another, RIP Tom
Ivan and Marijana Petirs
June 19, 2015
Our sincere condolences to the family.
We will remember Tom for his great contribution to the Kingsway Condo community.
The Varcoe's
June 19, 2015
Our deepest sympathy and condolences on Tom's passing. We will always remember him as "Uncle" Tom, such a warm, caring and close, genuine long time friend of the Varcoe family. Our thoughts are with Irene and family at this sad time. Uncle Tom's gregarious nature will always live on in our hearts.
June 19, 2015
Irene - David and I would like to extend our sincere sympathy to you and your family. When someone you love becomes a memory that memory becomes a treasure. Our thoughts are with you Luv David and Janice Nolan (Gemmell)
Heinz & Dianne Piotrowski
June 18, 2015
A lifelong friend has left us too soon. We have shared many valuable experiences throughout long decades and will miss the regular personal exchanges from the other side of the world. Our heartfelt sympathies and support to Irene and the entire family. We will miss the great man as long as we shall live.
Fernando Saucedo
June 18, 2015
Familia Nease, mis más sentidas condolencias.
Lidia & Eduardo
June 18, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to Nana Irene and all Nease family for the loss of the loved Grandpa Tom. We send all our love to you.
Lidia & Eduardo
June 18, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to Nana Irene and all Nease family for the loss of the loved Grandpa Tom. We send all our love to you.
Pato and Katie Lahman
June 18, 2015
Our deepest sympathies go out to you all.
Peter Broecker
June 18, 2015
Peter Broecker
June 18, 2015
June 18, 2015
Sari and I will miss Tom greatly. He was my mentor and my friend. And over the last few years, my regular lunch date. Our hearts and our deepest sympathies are with you, Irene, and the whole family.
Peter and Sari
Tom with his brother Stuart and their mother in 1979
Robyn Nease
June 18, 2015
Glenna & Auni Unicorn
June 18, 2015
Aunt Eunice and I are very sorry to hear about Tom. Irene - we know how much you will miss the wonderful man you married, Mike - having lost my own dad, I know how hard this must be for you and to Sharon - Tom was more than a father-in-law, I know how much he meant to you, he was as good a man as your own dad was. Please know that are you all are in are prayers
Reg & Tina Gemmell
June 18, 2015
Our condolences to Irene and the family on the passing of Tom. May he rest in peace.
Steve and Nancy Carter
June 17, 2015
Nancy and I are so sorry to hear about Tom. He was such a gentleman and a man who lived life to the fullest. He will be missed. We extend our sincere condolences to the entire Nease family.
Agnes Smith
June 17, 2015
My prayers are with you and your family. Canada Day will always bring back memories of happy times
Ann and Bill Atkinson
June 17, 2015
Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Nicla & Len Datolico
June 17, 2015
We are very sad to hear about Tom's death.
Condolences to you Irene, and the rest of the family.
Lisa Brubacher (Cairns)
June 17, 2015
Our hearts are with you all at this sad time. Irene, Mike, Sharon and Liam, thank you for sharing your wonderful husband/father/boppa with us. He was a great man and he will be missed!
With Nana at Easter in Bolton
Rob Nease
June 17, 2015
With grandson Robert
Rob Nease
June 17, 2015
With wife Irene, 13 Feb 1954
Rob Nease
June 17, 2015
With son Stephen
Rob Nease
June 17, 2015
With Nana, Morelia, Mex. 5 March 2011
Rob Nease
June 17, 2015
Michelle Comeau
June 17, 2015
Tom was a mentor and a true friend that I will never forget. You will be missed deeply. Thoughts to Irene and the whole family! Thank you for always adding me in to your family events throughout the years.
June 17, 2015
You will never be forgotten Uncle Tom. Our heartfelt sympathies to all the family. Love Doug, Debbie, Chris & Mike Jane
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