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THOMAS VICTOR SHIER
Date of Passing: Jan 23, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryTHOMAS VICTOR SHIER Tom passed away peacefully in his sleep at Pinawa Hospital on Wednesday, January 23, 2013, at the age of 76. Tom will be lovingly remembered by his sons Trent, Kelly (Michelle), Sean (Betty), and their mother Betty; sisters Lila Cole and Audrey Mann; sister-in-law Mona Shier; grandchildren Jocelyn, Sophia, Jared, Olivia, Breanna, Gavin, Brandon and Shayla; six great-grandchildren and his partner Peggy Irvine. Tom will also be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews Janice, Gary, Wendy, Johnny, Cheryl, Audrey and Clinton. Tom was predeceased by his father Victor, mother Alice, brother Melvin, and brothers-in-law Gary and Mel. Tom was born in Stonewall, MB and was raised in a log house in Bissett, MB. After finishing school, Tom worked at Ernie's Bakery in Bissett. After working at Ernie's for a period of time, Tom began working at San Antonio gold mine in Bissett. It was during this period that Tom met Betty. They were soon married and had three sons. Tom eventually accepted a job at Tanco mine near Lac du Bonnet. After living in Lac du Bonnet for a while Tom built a log home with his sons in Auglen Park. Tom went on to work at various mines throughout his career. During these years he made many friends in the mining industry. He always talked about these people and they all held a special place in his heart. Tom enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and would light up when they came to visit. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. In his later years, he enjoyed coffee and conversation with friends around Lac du Bonnet. Tom was a long-time Legion member, and this is where he met Peggy. Tom and Peggy enjoyed spending time at the Legion as well as their shopping trips to Selkirk. On Friday, February 8, 2013, a celebration of Tom's life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion in Lac du Bonnet from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 02, 2013
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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I have exchanged Christmas cards for 16 years with Tom. We met at Golden Patricia Mine and we worked together for 2 years but our friendship continued through the years. I valued his friendship despite our great age difference; he was a kindred spirit. It was only when I didn't receive a card this year that I understood that he was gone. My belated sympathies to his family and friends. He was a good man with a good heart. I will always remember him. Krista - Posted by: Krista Pletch (Friend) on: Jan 20, 2014
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So sorry to hear about Tommy's passing. Our condolences to the family. Faye and Marlene (Hogue) - Posted by: Faye Hogue Ormsby & Marlene (hogue) Oussoren (former Bissetters) on: Apr 24, 2013
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I am so very sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. My brother Dennis and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family at this difficult time. We used to hear so many good things about him from Uncle Vic and Aunt Alyce, as well as from Mel, Audrey, and Lila Mae. He will always be remembered and sadly missed. - Posted by: Silver Ann Bremner (Cousin) on: Feb 06, 2013
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Sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Expressing our condolences to the family! Tom was a dear friend of the Late Roy Bjork. Uncle Roy seldom traveled anywhere, but he always made a yearly visit to his friend Tom! Warm thoughts to family and friends! - Posted by: Andy and Kathy Bjork (Friends) on: Feb 04, 2013
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Always a great guy and lots of good story - Posted by: Richard McPherson (Home town Friend) on: Feb 02, 2013