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THOMAS BRIDEL Obituary
Thomas Frederick Bridel, of Brampton, Ontario, passed away on September 27th, 2011 at age 85, with his family by his side, following a prolonged illness. Thomas is survived by his brother Ken, his children Linda and husband Mark, Wayne and partner Marni (her son Justin), Lori, Janet and husband Geoff, Robert, Glenn and partner Pilita (her children Annie and Paul), niece Julie and husband Eric (children, Nathaniel and Norah), nephew Gregory and wife Jill, sister-in-law Muriel and husband Terry, and his beloved grandchildren: Caitlin, Claire, Alyssa, A.J. (Amanda), Andrew and Christopher. Visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, September 30, 2011 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at Andrews Community Funeral Centre, Bramalea Chapel, 8190 Dixie Road (North of Steeles Avenue) 905-456-8190. Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church, 940 North Park Drive in Brampton. Interment is to follow at Assumption Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Society, or to a charity of the donor's choosing. Memorial tributes may be sent to the family at:
www.andrewscommunityfuneralcentre.com
The family would like to express their gratitude for the love and support of relatives and friends, the care and support of Home Care Nurses, the Wise Elephant (Brampton) Palliative Care team, and the Brampton Civic Hospital Palliative Care nursing staff.
"Dad, you will always be remembered
for your love, your kindness, your humility
and your wonderful sense of humour.
Our love for you is as eternal as
your new life in heaven."
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16 Entries
Rae Epps
December 16, 2011
Dear Linda, and family,
I only just learned of your dad's passing and wanted to send my condolences to you all. I know how hard this can be but your memories of him will endure and will comfort you over time.
henry stanski
October 3, 2011
We have just received the news of Tom's passing. He left us with lovely memories and great stories. You will miss him we are sure but Thelma will be happy to have him at her side. They were a wonderful pair and we have been honoured to have known them. Our prayers are with you all.
Henry and Marja Stanski (Kelowna BC)
Harrison Smith and family
October 1, 2011
Hey Bridel family. My thoughts and those of my family are with you for this difficult time. Thomas is surely in a better place now, and he will always be with each and every one of you.
Yolande McDonald
October 1, 2011
To the Bridel family,
I was very sad to hear of Tommy`s passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. We have been friends for such a long time despite the distance between us and I am sorry not to be able to be there with you today. Sincere condolences, Yolande
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David Batty
October 1, 2011
Wayne,
My deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your Dad.
May the happy memories comfort you now and in the
future.
September 30, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Bridel family. May you be comforted by loving memories of your dear father.
Love and condolences, Dorothy, Joanne, Maureen, Patsy and Kevin McFall
Bill and Linda Ellyett
September 30, 2011
We would like to express our sincere sympathy to the Bridel family on the passing of Thomas. Caitlin has spoken often of her grandfather with such love and affection that we know he will be greatly missed by his family.
September 30, 2011
For Ken - please accept my sympathies on the passing of Tommy,
I remember so well you and your family when we were neighbors
on Hutchison Street so long ago.
Ross Warren (Dorval, Que.)
Janos and Heidi Glaser
September 30, 2011
We have not met the family, but knew and appreciated the friendship of Thom. Our prayers and love are with you; may the Lord give you peace and consolation.
September 30, 2011
Janet and Geoff and boys,
We wish you comfort in this most difficult of times. We know how much family means to you. Our prayers go out to you all.
Gord and Pam Henderson
Al DiCenso
September 30, 2011
Linda, I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Please accept my deepest sympathies and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Paul, Silvia, Alicia, Melanie Hughes
September 30, 2011
Dear Wayne, Linda, Janet, Lori, Bobby, and Glen,
Our condolences to all of you and your families at this difficult time. We know your dad was special to all of you. May he finally rest in peace.
Marjorie Taylor
September 29, 2011
My condolences to Linda, Mark and the other members of the family. My prayers are with you.
Jamie Andrews
September 29, 2011
I`m a distant, distant relative, through Byrne`s, was informed of your loss by a cousin of mine Kathleen Bridel. I am sorry for your families loss.
Andrew Gregg
September 28, 2011
Hi Janet:
I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing, but I do hope this brings some peace. We're thinking of you...
This is the Hour of Lead--
Remembered, if outlived,
As Freezing persons, recollect the snow,
First-Chill-then Stupor--then the letting go--
Emily Dickinson
Vickie Gilchrist
September 28, 2011
Janet
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your father. I know that he was very special to you.
My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family at this very painful time.
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