In Loving Memory of Gordon Eric Thomson who was born September 26, 1933 at Moose Jaw, Sask., and passed away on July 3, 2017 at North Battleford, Sask., at the age of 83. Gordon is lovingly remembered by his son Dennis (Adeline) Thomson, his grand-daughters Pam (Heath) Kai and Leanne (Ryan) Stringer and great-grandchildren Amaya and Sawyer Kai and Noah and Emma Stringer all from Calgary, AB and his loving companion of 15 years Mary Mazurek. He is also survived by his sister Audrey Garbutt of Pitt Meadows, BC and his brothers: Don Thomson, Calgary, AB.; Ron Thomson, Moose Jaw, Sk., and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Irene in 2001; his parents Eric and Elsie; his brother Bob Thomson and his sister Marie Wilkinson. Gordon was a class act, and a man who leaves behind a legacy that any human being could be proud of. He lived a great life, one that gave him love, laughter and joy. He had a great attitude with a broad range of interests and his compassionate nature made him a wonderful person to know. He was patient and generous with his time and affection. He always took an interest in the people he met no matter how briefly and was always willing to engage in conversation at any time or place. He took great joy in helping others without question and was always making sure everyone was well taken care of. He would make a friend wherever he went because he had the type of personality that was approachable and easy to talk to. His family was his pride and joy and he will forever live on in their hearts and minds as a sticking plate, a benchmark with which to measure the accomplishments and values of our own lives. So, to close with the mans own words as a tribute, as a memory, and as a farewell....“Bye for now”.
Card of Thanks
The family of the late Gordon Thomson would like to express our thank you for all the love and support we have received from family, friends and the community. Thank you to all who traveled to be with us, to everyone who attended the service and joined us for lunch. Thank you for the phone calls, visits, flowers, cards, masses and memorial donations - all were greatly appreciated. Thank you to Heath Kai for the sharing of memories about Gordon's life and to Amaya Kai for the beautiful singing. We especially want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Mary Mazurek for the care, compassion and love that you had for Gordon. Thank you to Joyce Sali for the very comforting and meaningful service and to The Battlefords Funeral Service for all their guidance and support. Your thoughtfulness will always be remembered. Any memorial donations can be made to the Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.
