Thomas Joseph Misener

Misener, Thomas Joseph Wilson
(1942–2023)
Tom slipped away peacefully, at home, on Monday July 10, 2023, at 80 years of age. Beloved husband, best friend and soulmate of Caroline (née Archer) for 53 years. Much loved son of the late Clayton "Dard" and Delma Misener (née Bruneau) of Sault Ste. Marie. Proud and adored father of Clayton and Katie (Chris). Caring Canadian father of Viet (Mytrang) and Ha Son. Cherished grandfather of Alexandra, Paige, Matilda, Hannah, Tom, Christine, Thomas and Marten. Dear brother of Cathy, Nancy (Kevin) and the late Paul. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, friends and extended family, including family in Sault Ste. Marie, Thessalon, Batchawana Bay and other northern Ontario communities. Tom was a kind and gentle man, an adventurer at heart and true lifelong learner. He was a devoted father who took immense joy in watching his children, and later his grandchildren, explore their passions and seek their own paths. Nothing made him happier than seeing his children grow into loving protectors of their own families. As a long-time teacher with the Lincoln County Board of Education and the amalgamated District School Board of Niagara and a summer camp director at Camp Kandalore and Cave Springs Camp, he enriched the lives of countless students and campers, sharing his love of history and providing a safe place where kids could be themselves. One of the highlights of his teaching career was running a popular Outdoors Club that took students on hiking, whitewater rafting and camping adventures. Tom also had a personal passion for travel and spent many happy moments daydreaming about and carefully planning his next adventure, which often included enjoying summer music festivals with his favourite travel companion Caroline. Tom was both a storyteller and an unparalleled listener. He was a voracious reader, but also took great pleasure in hearing the life stories of those around him. He listened lovingly when his children shared the details of their lives and extended that sense of curiosity and affection to their friends and his many students over the years. Tom loved to laugh, enjoyed his daily cryptic crossword and delighted in a good pun (and also the occasional bad one). He was a man with deep roots in his community and a kindness that touched the lives of many people around the world-from Canada to Australia, from Vietnam to Sweden. Tom will be deeply missed by his family, his friends and his community. In lieu of flowers, donations in Tom's memory to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, the Kidney Foundation or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. In keeping with Tom's wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Considerate Cremation & Burial Services, 26 Nihan Drive, St. Catharines (between Lake Street & Scott Street), 289-362-1144. Online condolences may be made at CCBSCares.ca