Norman THOMAS

THOMAS, Norman Stephen
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Norman Stephen Thomas. Our father passed away suddenly on June 23, 2014 in LGH. Born in Kimberley, BC in 1930 of English parents, Norman, one of five children, was the only one to go to University (UBC) and eventually became owner/operator of Norman's Pharmacy. Norm was a past President of Rotary and the College of Pharmacists of BC and was the inspiration behind 'The Pines' Special Care Home. In 1978 Norm moved his family to Vancouver after becoming Registrar of the College of Pharmacists, a position he held until retiring in 1995. Norm spent much of his retirement travelling and enjoying his time with family. Norman had numerous accomplishments in his life, not the least of which was being a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, loyal friend and a true and noble gentleman, mentor and role model to many. He had a wonderful sense of humour, was giving of himself, appreciative of the small things in life and had a passion for music and art with a strong thirst for knowledge. He leaves behind his adoring wife and lifelong partner of 59 years, Catherine (Hennessey), five children Cara (Pat), Paula (Terry), Jeff (Caroline), Greg (Kim) and Andrea (Greg), twelve grandchildren and one great- grandchild. It can be said by all that knew him, at 84, he was the youngest man we knew. Good bye Dad, you will always be in our hearts. A private Celebration will be held in his honour at a future date. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Vancouver Prostate Centre c/o VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation, a donation webpage has been setup in his name at: http://www.prostatecentre.com/donate
"Only in the agony of parting do we look into the depths of love" G. Eliot