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Tom PARR Obituary
PARR, Tom
Born April 21, 1944
Died Suddenly June 4, 2014
He leaves his wife, Brenda of 47 years. His daughter, Leeah and his son, the late Matthew (1996). Son-in-law of Ken and Mary Clifford. Son of the late Cecil (1995) and Alma (2000) Parr. Beloved brother of Connie Chisholm (the late Rick), Bill and Gail Parr and predeceased by brother Jim Parr (1997) and wife (Rosie). Tom will be missed by sister-in-law, Sharyne Segave (Gary) and many nieces, nephews, friends and his extended family. Tom recently retired from Corrections Canada (28 years) and was presently working in the real estate field in the Kingsville area. With respect for Tom's wishes, Cremation has taken place in Windsor and there will be no funeral service. Friends will be received for a time of Visitation at the
C. Stuart Sykes Funeral Home
91 Division St. S., Kingsville
from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, 2014. If so desired, memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Condolences may be left at
www.sykesfuneralhome.ca
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Timothy Webstet
October 28, 2018
I knew Tom because he was a correctional officer at BeaverCreek and Kingston Penitentiary. I was an inmate. He took me on passes to my families home and he was well liked. At Beaber Creek he was well respected. He was a good man with integrity and very kind. I was sad to hear he passed.
A great day of fishing
Thomas Ruttan
July 9, 2014
On the many days we fished or hunted we made fine memories that I will never forget. Hunter, Chad and I will miss those times. We will continue to make the memories and wish you were there. Until we meet again, goodbye my friend, goodbye.
Mark McComb
June 17, 2014
Tom, I always looked up to you from my early days with Corrections Canada when you took me under your wing and took the time to teach me what a "solid" Federal Correctional Officer was. I still use the things I learned from you everyday policing the mean streets (and dealing with "management!!" You will be missed by the "Chatsworth Freedom Fighters" every fall when that first raft of Canada Geese fly into the fields , sadly your gun will be silent. In the immortal words of Shakespeare, "If we do meet again, we'll smile indeed;
If not, 'tis true this parting was well made."
- William Shakespeare, Julius Caesar (Cassius at V, i)
Stand easy Col. Parr we've got the conn.....
judy saunders
June 13, 2014
my deepest sympathies to you Leeah and your whole family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of great loss.
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Karen Jennings
June 13, 2014
There are not enough words for me to express how grateful I was to be your neighbor. You (and Brenda) were always there for me and have contributed greatly to the wonderful life I have. You are missed. Brenda, I am right across the road and now I will be there for you!
Paul Chouinard
June 11, 2014
Tom: You departed way too soon, but I will never forget the fun times we shared when we were young. We hung out at Bill Fox's, rode horses on Conklin's farm, laughed cause you named your lab "black horse". So many memories. RIP my old friend and "Happy Trails".
June 11, 2014
Mrs. Brenda Parr, my sincerest condolences with Tom's sudden passing. I was shocked beyond belief. Tom and I rode our bikes in the 60's and went on to live our separate lives and have families. About a month ago Tom send me a 1965 photo of me, I thanked him and agreed to get together and reminisce, he said we would get together but he had some things to do and take care of, and would call me. We never got the chance. I am so sorry about this. May The God of comfort take care of you. Ryan "Campy" Camphorst
Alan Livesey
June 11, 2014
Gonna miss you buddy.Thinking of the great times we had riding our Triumph bikes to Ft.Lauderdale in '66 and various pub crawls shortly thereafter.Happy trails.
June 11, 2014
Gonna miss you buddy. Still thinking back to our motorcycle trip to Ft.Lauderdale in '66 and vatious pub crawls shortly thereafter. Happy Trails.
Sharon Elliott
June 11, 2014
My sincere condolences to Brenda and family. We will always remember Tom for his professionalism in the Real Estate work place. Rest in Peace Tom
June 10, 2014
Every time we hear a motorcycle in the neighbourhood we will think of Tom. Talking with neighbours over the last few days there are only good memories of the nicest man who would do any number of favours without being asked. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with you.
Trevor, Janice, Sam and Jake
Erica Jack
June 10, 2014
I still remember your cupboard full of treats in your house, and how you always had Wink in the fridge. I remember all the yummy deer sausage you made when you went hunting with dad. I haven't seen you since I was very young, but I always remembered you, Brenda, Leeah and Matthew..
I am so shocked to hear of this news. Rest easy.
Gail and Mal Sedlak
June 10, 2014
We were so happy to see you back in town Tom and I will cherish the card you sent me when I lost friends. Your smile was contagious.
Margaret Robinson
June 9, 2014
My sincere condolences to the family. Tom and I worked together for many years. He will be sadly missed.
Len Mainville
June 9, 2014
Tom was a great man to work with and we had many laughs together. He was always a positive influence and a wonderful friend.
Karen Henley
June 9, 2014
I remember Tom my first day at BCI, so friendly and welcoming. So sorry for your loss.
June 9, 2014
Dear Brenda, I was very saddened to hear of the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great grief. I so enjoyed reconnecting with you at Adele's and do hope we can stay in touch.
June 9, 2014
Tom,
It was always a pleasure to work with you and you will remembered every day.
Murray
Bryan and Sheryl Elliston
June 9, 2014
Dear Brenda & Leeah; Connie; Bill & Gail
We were so taken back to read of Tom's passing. We are sorry that we will not be able to be with you Wednesday but please know we are holding you so close in our thoughts and prayers.
May you feel the Lord's loving arms around you at this difficult time.
Love
Sheryl and Bryan
June 9, 2014
Brenda, my deepest sympathies to you and Leeah and extended family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of loss.
Sherry Whitehorne
Donna Howarth
June 9, 2014
Tom, You would light up the room with your smile.
Remembering you and you will always have a special place in my heart!
June 9, 2014
Dear Brenda & family.
So sorry to hear of your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Diane Coombes
loretta gascoyne
June 9, 2014
So sorry for the loss of a great man.
Tom and I at the Peace Officer's Memorial 2009
Brent Johnstone
June 8, 2014
I first met Tom in 1987 at Atlantic Institution. Since then, he has been a inspiration to my life. I will never forget him. He will be sadly missed. My sincere sympathies to his loved ones at this time of grief.
Donna Howarth
June 8, 2014
From the very first day I met you we became best friends and had lots of laughs! Miss you!!!
June 8, 2014
Brenda and Leeah...thinking of you both and wishing you strength and courage to get through this next while. Leslie Parrott
June 8, 2014
Dear Brenda, Leeah, Bill and Gail, and all of Tom's loved ones,
We are so very sorry for your loss. As your long time friends and neighbours, please know how much we hurt for you, and care for you. Tom will be remembered as a good and kind man, one who will be missed and always remembered. Let your happy memories be a comfort, and know that the love you shared is forever.
Love,
Alice and Barb Keyes
kim
June 8, 2014
Many condolences to the family.
Tom you set an example we can only strive to achieve. You will be missed. RIP
Adele Kirby
June 8, 2014
Brenda and Leeah, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
john unrau
June 8, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the Parr family.
Garry Clifford
June 8, 2014
Although I hadn't seen Tom in a very long time, I remember him, and always will as a really nice guy. To Brenda and Leah, family and friends, I'm sorry for your loss
Alicia Garcia
June 8, 2014
My thoughts are with you and your family, Brenda.
Roger
June 8, 2014
Your kind words and advice will never be forgotten.
Susan Penwarden
June 8, 2014
Tom will not be forgotten. He taught me a lot about corrections and getting along with others. So sorry for your loss
annon
June 8, 2014
Rest In Peace Friend!You have left us much too soon!
Carol Wingerden
June 8, 2014
Brenda,Leah,Connie,Gail and Bill, my sincere condolences to all of you and your families.Brenda, there are many great memories from high school and also the Parr family was around the corner on Division from Erie St. where Rick Chisholm and I grew up. All kids hung out together back then regardless of the varying ages. Life was good. Life is a journey, a book where one chapter ends and a new one begins. One thing for certain is that at the close of the journey and the final page is read here on earth, Eternal Life begins.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carol
Brenda Doucette
June 7, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Brenda. Tom has touched all of us --- he will be greatly missed.
Brenda and Leeah
June 7, 2014
I'm so sorry we couldn't get to you
Anywhere we would have followed you
You are the one we love
June 7, 2014
Tom was one of my best friends in high school. He had a fantastic sense of humour and we shared a love of horses. After my first year at the University of Toronto, I took Tom and the Baldwin brothers to the Worlds Fair at New York in my parent's car. It was one of the highlights of my life. Tom's sense of humour during the trip was the stand-out. I shall sorely miss him. My empathy for Brenda and Tom's family is deep.
Bill Conklin
Ralph and Dianne Boyd
June 7, 2014
Sincere condolences to Brenda and Leeah. We were very blessed to have Tom's friendship and words cannot express how saddened we are at his passing. We miss you Tom.
Jennifer Lanteigne
June 7, 2014
My world won't be the same without Tom in it. Thinking of you.
June 7, 2014
Thoughts and prayers are with the family!
Brad and Linda Stevenson
Karrie Sundin
June 7, 2014
I send my most deepest condolences to the PARR Family.
Tom was a true gentleman who will be missed dearly...
Karen Kusnierczyk Bennett
June 7, 2014
Brenda and Leeah, words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. Brenda, I am thinking of you and will patiently wait to hug you when I see you next. You are both in my prayers.
David McLean
June 7, 2014
My deepest condolences, May God help you through this difficult time.
patrick dunnion
June 7, 2014
we were so saddened by the unexpected news that we had to remember...tom left a note in our mailbox..from the easter bunny...he brought laughter to a recent party when he reconnected with old friends on his return to Kingsville...the overriding sense of loss from the death of Mathew,always just below the surface,always pushing forward,we had a very soft spot in our hearts for tom and will carry it on in our memories.patrick and Annetta dunnion
Alexander Lahodynsky
June 7, 2014
Our most sincere condolences to the whole family,Alex & Enrica
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