THOMAS CROTHERS

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THOMAS (TOMMY) CROTHERS September 17, 1924 - March 31, 2016 It is with sadness, that the family announces the passing of Tommy at Maples Personal Care Home on March 31, 2016 at the age of 91 years. Tommy and his first wife Norma Jean, whom he married in 1947, had three daughters, Gerry (Jack) Buchanan, Patti (Bill) Heykants and Lynn Crothers. He was also survived by his four grandchildren, Stacy, Allison, Breanna and Spencer. After Tommy and Norma parted ways, Tommy remarried Christine and spent many years together until her passing. Like so many people of his era, Tommy enlisted in the RCNVR in July 1943 and served until 1945, he stayed an active reservist from 1948 to 1959 his final rank being Chief Petty Officer or CPO. Tommy worked for the CPR for many years as a carman retiring from this career in October, 1984. Thanks to all the staff at Maples Personal Care Home for all their support and care of Dad. Cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be held in Brookside Cemetery, Field of Honour on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Tommy's memory may be made to a charity of your choice. For online condolences or to light a memorial candle please log on to www.mosaicfunerals.ca. 1839 Inkster Blvd. 1006 Nairn Ave. 204-275-5555

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 23, 2016