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terrence popp
May 16, 2021
He was a very worthy opponent. I am saddened he is gone. I had no idea he was so sick
Neil Klassen
January 18, 2020
Thomas was a fantastic sensei. I learned so much from him, not only about kickboxing but also about respect and integrity. Hes the reason I train today. What a wonderful person to know and aspire to achieve his approval.
Sherry Downing
October 1, 2017
Finally coming out of a dark hole that no one understands I've been In all these years..having my dad's soul I'm always happy yet find it hard to expierence both happy and sad times without him til this day ..I was so young when he passed now as an adult I want to thank everyone for all these beautiful comments I'm just reading for the first time
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Cheryl Smetaniuk
June 15, 2008
Debbie and Family
I am so deeply sorry to hear the passing of Tom. It came as quite a shock of all people. Our sincerest condolences to you and the family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. If you ever need anything please call
Jenn Henry
June 4, 2008
I'm sorry for your loss of a great husband and father. My heart goes out to you all. Take carer of yourselves and remember he will always be with you! He will never be forgotten.
Todd Mosman
June 3, 2008
I knew Thomas downing for many years. This is a horrible time for allw ho knew him. My best wish's and condolences go out to his family. I am deeply sorry for your lose.
Chris Larison AKA Straycat!
May 31, 2008
Im speechless, Thomas was a dear friend and I dunno what to feel right now. I just went through this a year ago. To lose a friend like Tom, its like losing a brother. Fight on bro, you made it to the top!
Annamarie Milana
May 31, 2008
Debbie and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I can't begin to imagine the feelings you are going through, but know I am here if you need anything.
Jaclyne Mailloux
May 31, 2008
Debbie... I am so sorry for your loss...my deepest condolences...
Margaret Mrozinski
May 31, 2008
Debbie, I am very sorry of your loss. My condolences go to you and family.
Ruben Lozano
May 30, 2008
I am so sadden about my old friend Tomas....He and I played Unreal hours and hours some days...He was truly my friend. My heart goers out to his Wife and kids...may the peace of the lord be with you all in your time of need. Thomas my old friend...Rest In Peace.
James Steed
May 30, 2008
Debbie and Family
We would like to express our sincerest condolences for your loss.
You and your family will be in our prayers. May God bless you and keep you during this most difficult time.
Uncle Jim & Aunt Marlene Steed
Mike Schneider aka Zack Wheat
May 30, 2008
My deepest sympathies and condolences to Thomas' family. Although TTTT and I never met face to face he was considered a good friend of mine. An online gaming friend albeit, but still a good friend. Thomas and I played together for more than 7 years. We actually played together Monday and Tuesday. He will be sorely missed in the gaming community of Unreal Tournament. Rest in Peace my friend.
Dan Ellis
May 30, 2008
Thomas spent alot of time online and I have known him for years playing his favorite game. He was a good person at heart and I always appreciated his good attitude.
I am so saddened and heartbroken to hear of his passing. My deepest and sincerest sympathies to his family.
Mike Bonner
May 30, 2008
Debbie & Family,
Throughout our lives we are extremely fortunate if people like Tom enter and make a lasting and profound impact. Over the last few years I had not seen Tom since moving out of Ontario and yet I often found myself reflecting on his positive, attitude, messages and influences. He was a great mentor, father, husband and friend. I am so sorry for your loss but I am greatful for the time I had with such a great person. I know we will all miss him dearly.
Evelyn Downing
May 30, 2008
Debbie, Irene, Pat and families
We are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Myself and my children visited with them often through their grandmother, Madeline. While we may not have kept in touch, the family was often in our thoughts.
Karen Weston
May 30, 2008
Debbie and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time. Tom was a great man.
Karen Cameron
May 30, 2008
My heart goes out to the entire family. Very sad. My daughter, Brittany Beauchamp used to love to go to the ring with Sherry. Tom was very good with her. She would normally come home laughing about something that had happened while she was there. He will be missed. So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jenn Hulme
May 30, 2008
Debbie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. My sincere condolences.
Joe Mason
May 30, 2008
Although I have only known Tom for a short while, I found him to be a quiet spoken, warm hearted man. When he was serious at work, I would ask him, "How's your wife Tom?" In an instant his eyes would light up, and that boyish smile would appear and he would reply, "I don't know how that beautiful woman puts up with me! (smile)" He is sadly missed at Carrier Truck Centre
Alexandra Hrytsyk
May 30, 2008
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Jake, you've always been strong.. take care of yourself. and look after your family. I couldn't believe this when i heard the news. My deepest condolences go to you and your family at this extremely difficult time.
Patrick Sylvestre
May 29, 2008
My deepest sympathy. Thomas was a great guy. I have great memories of him through our times at the Windsor Amateur boxing club. He will be greatly missed.
MARG CHAPIESKI
May 29, 2008
Debbie and family,
My deepest sympathy for you and your family. My prayers are with you.
also from canada salvage staff.
Paul Duquette
May 29, 2008
He will be greatly missed. What a great man in and outside the ring. He was a very good teacher with a positive attitude. He was my instructor for 6 years, and I will be always be grateful for everything he taught me. My thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones.
7-11 Store Staff @ Mcdougal & Tecumseh
May 29, 2008
Debbie and Family
We are very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He will be sadly missed by all of us at 7-11. We will miss his great smile that he always had while in the store.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
alisha davis
May 29, 2008
Hey Jake,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time. I wish you all the best.
Jonathan Werner
May 29, 2008
Sorry to hear about your dad Jake. He was a good man. Your family and you will be in my prayers. I also took the time out of work to let Adam, Francesca, Laura and Matt know.
We will be there for you bro.
Kim Rutherford
May 29, 2008
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Jake, I know you have many friends to help you if you need them.
Katie's mom..
Shannon Labonte
May 29, 2008
Pat and Sandi,
I'm really sorry to hear about your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Shannon and Rick Labonte and family
Libby Mantha
May 29, 2008
Debbie and family,
My deepest sympathy for you and your family. My prayers are with you.
Steward Fulford
May 29, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Tom was a good man and truly cared for his family.
Darcey Brown
May 29, 2008
Tom was a very good man and was there for me meny times when i needed a friend,now my hart hurts knowing that i won't see him any longer.God bless his family & friends you'll be missed brother.Love Darcey Brown
Susan Stadler
May 29, 2008
Debbie, I just wanted to send my condolences to you and the kids. Its quite unexpected and there is little to say to take away your loss and sorrow. Sensei will be missed and know that he will be remembered and missed still by me.
Mark Lemmon
May 29, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Aikido Seikokan Dojo
JESSICA & JEANNIE PERCY PERCY
May 29, 2008
SHERRY & FAMILY
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOU & YOUR FAMILY.
bob mccracken
May 29, 2008
Debbie and family,in your time of need thomas will always be there
Bob mccracken
Jason Petro
May 29, 2008
The Downing Family, On behalf of the Windsor-Essex Cardiac Wellness Centre, we would like to extend our deepest condolences. All the staff were saddened and shocked when they learned of Tom’s unexpected passing. I understand that he was a talented athlete who used the same dedication and strength in the ring as he did with his effort to battle heart disease.
With caring thoughts,
The Cardiac Wellness Team
Dorie Deslippe
May 29, 2008
May you rest in peace......
Sandi Downing
May 29, 2008
Debbie,Jake,Rachel & Sherry
Tom always had a saying "No Fear".
You know he wants us to be as strong,as he was and to hold on to each other through this and have no fear, He is and always will be with us.
Jake,Rachel,Sherry I know your dad is very proud of you all and all your accomplishments you have done and will do in the future.
if you need anything your Uncle Pat and I are here for you.
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