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Thomas Kirk BARBOUR
Thomas Kirk BARBOUR
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Thomas BARBOUR Obituary
February 16, 1975 - January 31, 2016
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden unexpected passing of our beloved Tom. Tom will be forever missed by his parents Kirk and Barbara, children Hannah and Jake, their mother Charity Barbour, sister Christie, brother-in-law Ian Ritchie, nephews Rory and Hayden, uncle Kent, aunts Karen and Kathy, cousins Mona, Erica and Michelle and devoted dog Daisy plus countless friends.
Tom was a natural athlete; golf, hockey, tennis and skiing, but his passion was fishing. He looked forward to his annual fishing derby with buddies; Joe, Todd and Ryan. He loved having fun with his many friends and family especially his adored children. He loved life and truly made the most of it. He left us too early, but while here he made us laugh and appreciate our time with him.
Gone Fishing
Celebration of Life will be held on March 3, 2016 at West Vancouver Yacht Club, 3:30 - 6:30 pm. Flowers gratefully declined.
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Charlie & Mona O'Sullivan
March 5, 2016
Dear Kirk and Barbara,
Mona & I are in Hilton Head, South Carolina, and we wish to send our sincerest condolences. We were shocked to hear about Tommy's passing. Our hearts go out to you both and to your family. Charlie & Mona O'Sullivan
Anne Enns
March 5, 2016
Dear Kirk and Barb
I am so, so sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. Please know that thoughts are with you and your family at this heartbreaking time.
Stacey Gagno
March 3, 2016
Dear Kirk, Barb and Christie,
Thinking of you all this difficult time. So sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Find peace in all the fond memories that he has left behind. I haven't see him in years but he sure looks happy fishing and hanging with his kids.
Rachel & Jim Vallance
March 3, 2016
Dear Barb, Kirk and Christie
Jim and I live between Canada and the U.K. It was in London this morning that we read of Tom's passing. We are deeply saddened by your loss and fondly remember Tom as the sweet boy we last saw growing up on Kings Ave.
We send our heartfelt condolences to you and Tom's young family.
You are always in our thoughts.... Rachel & Jim Vallance
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Barb L, Teck Coal-CMO
March 2, 2016
I only met Tom last fall when he started coming to the coal mine where I work. I enjoyed getting to know Tom as we proudly shared stories of our kids in hockey, places we had travelled, and our love for fishing. I'll miss his cheerfulness when he brought Timmy"s and left them with me so I could get first pick out of the box. Altho Tom hadn't been coming to the mine for very long he left a lasting impression on all of us. We'll miss his expertise and professionalism but most of all his infectious personality. Condolences to all his family and many friends.
February 29, 2016
Kirk, Barb and family: I cannot begin to tell you how sorry we are to learn of the loss of your son. We never met your children but I will never forget growing up on Kings Ave, and when you married Kirk and lived in the family home. Your son must have been a wonderful person and memories will be ones to cherish forever. Our thoughts are with you. Larry, Mimi [nee Reynolds] Nordby. Pender Island, B.C.
Frans Vanlakerveld
February 28, 2016
Dear Kirk & family.
What sad news to read about your son Tom's passing. Although we never met, he looks very much like his Dad and the way I remember Kirk from the 1960's. Tom sounds like the kind of guy you'd be proud to call your son.
Our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Kind regards,
Frans & Cora Vanlakerveld.
February 28, 2016
Dear Kirk and Barb,
We are so very sorry for the sudden loss of your son Tommy. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Steve and Julie Wall
February 25, 2016
Barbara, Kirk, and Christie, I am deeply saddened by the news of your son/brother passing. I used to live and teach in Castlegar and occasionally, would go into the 2 for 1 pizza to get dinner. I wish at the time I had known that he was a part of our greater West Vancouver family. Treasure those wonderful memories of him. Sincerest sympathies, Jeremy Palmer
Mona Barbour
February 25, 2016
I am so sorry Kirk, Barb & Christie. I have wonderful memories, spending time, with you all. Tommy, always had a smile on his face. Stopping to give me a hug. He will be forever missed. I will see you all at the WV Celebration.
February 25, 2016
Hello Barb.
I as so sorry to hear that you had to go through one of life's most terrible events. I am sure that Tom was a wonderful chap and you have many very fond memories of your times together. Just thinking about you.
Sincerely,
Mike Dowty
David Rawlings
February 25, 2016
Lorinda & I are so sad about your loss. My mother use to say, out living a child is a very painful experience! Our thoughts are with you & your family.
Marlie (McLaren) Kelsey
February 25, 2016
So sorry to hear this very sad news Kirk and Barbara.
February 21, 2016
DEAR KIRK, BARB AND CHRISTIE, OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME, IT DOESN'T SEEM THAT LONG AGO WE ALL WENT FISHING AT PILLAR LAKE. THAT'S PROBABLY WHERE TOMMY GOT THE FISHING BUG. WE WILL REMEMBER HIM FONDLY, -DICK, SANDY & STEVE RUTTER.
Reid Dewson
February 18, 2016
Kirk and Barbara. I was so sad to hear this tragic news. The lose of a child is one of life's toughest blows. My thoughts are with you.
Rebecca Shepard
February 17, 2016
Dear Barb, Kirk, Christie and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Tommy. My heart will always remember him as my little next door neighbour who was one of our playmates growing up. Climbing fences, making mud pies, hiding from our parents... we would do anything so we could all stay outside on a hot summer evening while you all sat on the front steps chittering and chattering. We never wanted to grow up - we wanted to have fun forever. I hope Tommy's children get to run and play as much as he did when he were young. Warm wishes and love to you all.
Rebecca
February 17, 2016
I am saddened to have lost a friend and will miss Tom. His humour and wit was always welcome by all of his friends at coffee.
- Mike Truscott
Walt and Jane Flux
February 17, 2016
Our condolences to all of you. Tom will be missed.
Ron & Tanya Falkmann
February 16, 2016
Dear Kirk, Barb and family,
It has been many years since Tom was our boss at Canadian 2 For 1 pizza in Castlegar.And it wasnt but a month ago after we took over that same location, that Tom came into the store and gave us much appreciated guidance and advice! This is such sad news and We are so sorry for your loss. We are sure will all be able to take some comfort and reflect back on the many good memories.
Our thoughts are with you All!!!!
Ron and Tanya Falkmann and family
Canadian 2 for 1 Pizza Castlegar
February 16, 2016
"Death is a heartache no one can heal, love is a memory no one can steal". Our thoughts are with you.
Lu & Jim Moore
Denise McFayden
February 16, 2016
So very sorry Kirk, Barbara and Christie. The few times I did meet Tommy he was always smiling and happy. He was fun to be around and so nice to talk to. My love to you all at this heartbreaking time. Love Denise
Margo Stewart
February 15, 2016
Dear Kirk, Barb and family,
It has been many years since we were neighbors on Kings Avenue. This is such sad news. We are so sorry for your loss. We are sure during this tragic time that you will all be able to reflect back on the many good memories.
Our thoughts are with you.
The McBeath Family (Marilyn, Jackie, Mick, Corky and Margo)
February 14, 2016
Kirk & Barbara
Life can be so unfair. Tommy brought you great joy and your pride in him has always been evident. He was both a father and a son and his death is too sad.
It is wonderful that Tom had Hannah and Jake. They will remember him and know a part of themselves through you, their cousins and Christy. They will know their dad was cherished.
Love Peter & Caroline
Daryl Warren
February 14, 2016
Kirk , Barbara & family,
I am so sorry for your loss. .what a handsome young man. My heart and thoughts are with you.
February 14, 2016
Dear Kirk, Barb, Christie and family,
I am so terribly sorry to hear the sad news of Tommy's passing. It seems just yesterday that I was babysitting him when we all lived on Kings Avenue, and now he is taken away - much too young. So hard to find appropriate words to express my sincerest & heartfelt condolences on your loss.
With much peace,
Kathy Schwab
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