Thomas Duff Obituary
DUFF Thomas Wilson May 25, 1956 - May 18, 2008 Tom died a week short of his 52nd birthday from complications due to a brief but intense battle with ALS. Although Tom considered himself "Mr. Average", he was anything but. He was one of the genuine good guys; always willing to help out and never having a word of complaint. Above all else, Tom loved having and taking care of his family. He enjoyed cooking, making models, cycling, travelling, and the "Discovery Channel". He will be deeply missed. Our most heartfelt gratitude goes to the excellent and very caring staff at VGH, Burnaby General, the ALS team at G.F. Strong and the ALS Society. Many sincere thanks to the family, friends and neighbours for their support during this very difficult time. In honour of Tom, please give what you can to the ALS Society. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
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John Lien
May 28, 2008
Although I only knew Tom for a brief fortnight during his recent Turkey cycling trip, I was very much taken by his gentle and approachable personality. The obituary was so right. He was really one of the good guys on earth : warm, unpretentious, caring and funny as well as being good fun to be around. The world can do with a lot more people like Tom. I'm sorry not to have known him better.
Richard Brolly
May 27, 2008
I first met Tom "on the job" in the early Spring of 1978, so its been 30 years that we've been friends. We only worked together a couple of times after that, but have socialized together ever since. The last thing we did together was see "There Will Be Blood" on the 19th of January. Tight lines and straight shooting, Tom!
Marianne Berkey
May 26, 2008
My times with Tom were as a "dinner and movie" pal with friend Richard and my husband Geordie. A steady guy, cheerful, a great listener, a story teller. I well remember his descriptions of the many very interesting trips Tom took with Helen. I will miss his presence greatly at our dinners and will take to heart his good advice on keeping good health. My deepest condolences to Tom's family.
Louise Folejewski
May 26, 2008
Tom was a room mate after high school and always a great guy. I was lucky enough to run into Tom about 6 months ago. I know his family will miss him
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Jackie Hardern (Elmes)
May 25, 2008
Too many of our schoolmates gone too soon. Tom was a good one.
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