Howard Thomas

Howard Thomas obituary

Howard Thomas

Howard Thomas Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 28, 2011.
THOMAS, Howard Charles October 9, 1938 ~ June 24, 2011 It is with great sadness and heavy heart, the family announces the passing of Howard Charles Thomas (Howie) of Barrhead, AB, on June 24, 2011 at the age of 72 years. He is survived by his loving family; his wife, Peggy of 48 years; two children, Brad (Donna) Thomas of Fort Saskatchewan, AB. and Carlene (Mike) Yaremko of Killam, AB; three grandchildren, Nathan Thomas, Conor Yaremko and Cole Yaremko; one sister, Beverly Lafleur of Edmonton, AB; as well as numerous extended family and friends. Howie was predeceased by his parents Bill and Ina Thomas. A Celebration of his Life for family and close friends will take place at a later date. Donations in memory of Howie can be made directly to STARS or The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Rose Garden Chapel, Barrhead, AB 780-674-4644 An Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial

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JIM baldwin

September 24, 2011

growing up with you was a privalage even when you fell off the roof and couldn't straighten the arm .






WILL REALLY MISS YOU MAN

Carrie Smith

July 13, 2011

Aunty Peggy, Brad, Carlene and family. I am so saddened by the loss of my Uncle Howie. I will miss him. My thoughts are with you all.
Love Carrie

Melanie Lafleur

July 12, 2011

so many great memories of growing up. Raiding your garden...riding the tractor...
Thinking about you today uncle.

Belinda Close

June 29, 2011

Brad and family,
So sorry about the loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family during this difficult time.

With sympathy,
Belinda

Elson Keown

June 28, 2011

Peggy and Family,

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.

Art Henke

June 28, 2011

Peggy and family

Was shocked to hear the news.  Was very sad to hear of Howie's passing.  You couldn't have married a nicer guy.  So sorry for your loss. He will be missed. 

Art and Shirley Henke

Frank Jansen

June 28, 2011

Our hearts go out to the Howie's family and friends. We will all miss him.

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