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TOMOMI OYE

TOMOMI TOM OYE It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our father and grandfather, Tom Oye, in his beloved home on January 25, 2012. We take great comfort knowing that Dad is now with our Mom, Sue Oye, who predeceased him just six months ago. Tom leaves behind four children and special children-in-law: Theresa Oye, Linda Koskie (Bruce), May Oye-Shipp (David) and David Oye (Susan). Mourning for their Grandpa are Lauren and Brian Shipp, and Adam and Jennifer Oye. He is survived by brothers, Will Oye (Fudge) and Moe Oye (Mildred), sisters-in-law, Mabel, Ruby and Marilyn, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, sister, Chiyoko Sakai, and brothers, George, Richard, and Joe. Dad was born in Steveston, BC on February 9, 1925. He and his family were removed from British Columbia during the Second World War, and he was relocated to Whitemouth, MB with Chiyoko and her husband, Kiyoshi. After the war, he moved to Winnipeg where he met our mother and they were married in 1951, the first couple to be married in the newly established Manitoba Buddhist Church. After working as a fisherman and lumberjack, our Dad became a master carpenter, whose work ethic and detail to craftsmanship won him many admirers (and many phone calls from his kids for his help!). Examples of his expertise can be found all over his house and many other homes in Winnipeg. Providing for his family was always his goal in life, one which he readily accomplished. Education for his children was of prime importance for him and our Mom, and he was a proud and patient banker when all his children proceeded on to post secondary education. He loved having lots of family around him, holding babies, patting the hair of toddlers, teasing the older children and teens, and meeting his friends for coffee at McDonalds. All of us have our memory of him sitting in his lazy boy chair, remote control in hand, in the corner of the living room. A memorial service will be held at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Avenue, on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of koden and flowers, please consider a donation to the Manitoba Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, 180 McPhillips St., Winnipeg, MB R3E 2J9 or the Manitoba Buddhist Temple, 39 Tecumseh St., Winnipeg, MB R3E 0J8.
Publish Date: Feb 2, 2012

TOMOMI TOM OYE With great sorrow, the family announces the death of our dear father, Tom. As he had hoped, Dad passed away quickly and quietly at home on January 25, 2012. A memorial service will be held at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Avenue on Saturday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m. Full obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Jan 28, 2012

As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on February 02, 2012

Guest Book(8 entries)

  • My deepest sympathy to the Oye family for the recent loss of Tom and Sumako. Tom was carpenter-in -chief to two generations of the Klass family in Winnipeg. Tom spent many hours levelling my father's home ( Dr. Alan Klass-I think he may have been Tom's doctor) on Oak Street in River Heights in the 1960's. And then in the 1970's, he helped me to build an addition to my own home. He was a man of few words, but was a patient teacher and a magnificent craftsman. They say of master carpenters, "measure twice and cut once". But for Tom it was "measure once and cut once"! His memory will be a blessing for many years to come. With condolences, Daniel Klass MD.
    - Posted by: Daniel Klass (Old friend and "student" of Tom's) on: Feb 15, 2012
  • Moe, I did not have the pleasure of meeting Tomomi but I feel your pain just the same. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
    - Posted by: Roy M GangdalCanada (Former Judo student in St. Pierre) on: Feb 12, 2012
  • I have always enjoyed meeting Linda's parents when I was young and stayed at their place for the weekend...They are very welcome and enjoyable. Invited me over for the New Year dinners which it was marvelous and enjoyed meeting the families.. I am going to miss Tom and Sue so much that I enjoyed them so much. Bless them reunite to be with. Thank you for a wonderful parent that provide children and they will treasure for their life... God Bless you both...
    - Posted by: Judy Green (friend of Linda) on: Feb 2, 2012
  • I may not have known Tom very long, but he was certainly a friend. He always had a smile when I came in the door. He spoke of his children and dear wife Sue with so much affection. I feel very honoured to have been a small part of his life for a very short time. "You go here now" will be a phrase that I will always cherish, because it was always said with such appreciation. Thank you Tom for sharing your valuable time with me. You will be missed, but never forgotten. To Tom and Sue's family, my deepest condolences, he loved you all in such a special way. May you find comfort in your time of grief, and tenderness of love in the many memories that you each have/had with him. LOVE TO YOU ALL. Marilyn
    - Posted by: Marilyn Fraser (Friend) on: Feb 2, 2012
  • Tom! He was the man Sue loved so deeply. She was radiant with her young love and he, a little shy, but undeniably deeply in love with his lovely bride- to-be. As the years passed Sue would write about her, Tom & their children & send photos...the family grew, they married, Sue & Tom became very proud & happy Grandparents. We rode through life with their family stories & photos. Life was full of love there was no doubt. In that enviable setting their family grew. All the while, Sue & our family kept in touch...too much shared history, too many happy memories to let go. And, now we hold cherished memories of two remarkable people, life partners, caring parents, caring Friends ... how lucky we are to have known Tom & his precious wife. Before I learned about Tom's passing today, I ran across a family photo ... Now, to hear Tom has joined Sue is both sad & happy...sad he leaves his family behind & happy he is with his love. We love them both for their unwavering friendship & so much more. I want his family to know we share your grieving. I know they "will remain" with you to guide the family. Our love to all of you. Your parents remain a part of our lives too & in that sense they live on.
    - Posted by: Ted Simonite (Friends through life) on: Jan 30, 2012
  • This friendship dates way back in time! I was still a little girl and Sue had met the 'love of her life', Tom. I remember being at their home on Ellice and it was just before their wedding. All of Sue's girlfriends were gathered around a long table making the rice rolls for the wedding reception. We were all so excited because my brother, Ted, was driving the wedding car that would carry the bride and groom to the Buddhist Temple on William. The bride and groom were so happy and the ceremony was beautiful in that setting. They really were a lovely couple. Over time they produced such lovely children whom they were so proud. They have left a legacy which will always do them proud, their family. Both Tom and Sue will be missed.
    - Posted by: Beverley Goodwin (Friend of Sue, Tom and Family) on: Jan 30, 2012
  • We certainly deeply missed him especially the kids, he was so kind to my two boys just like his deceased wife, I will miss him everytime he goes out the front and say hi to me and ask about my kids, he always give me a tip everytime I did someting about carpentry w/c is do not know anything about carpentry. The one thing I always recall about your dad, he always phoned me when my garbage rolled around on our front lawn because of the strong winds then calls me, Jerry your garbage is on our front lawn and I said thank you. We will miss him dearly.
    - Posted by: Jerry & Nancy Laforteza & kids (next door neighbors for 30 years) on: Jan 30, 2012
  • My deepest condolences to the family--- we used to live next door to the Oyes on Ellice Avenue when I was a little girl--- the Sakai's lived there as well--- I have never forgotten the family--- ei Sakai was one of my friends
    - Posted by: Darlene Keks (old neighbor) on: Jan 28, 2012

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