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THOMAS J. RUBEL (TOM)
Born: Apr 27, 1927
Date of Passing: Oct 17, 2020
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THOMAS J. RUBEL
April 27, 1927 - October 17, 2020
He is survived and will be greatly missed by his wife Pat, of 63 years, sons, David (Sharon), Mark (Manon) and Jaime (Kelly). He is also survived by his grandchildren, Jordan, Jesse, Julie, Bryson and Jacqueline, sister Carolyn Mowery, and nieces, Joan Koss, Jean Petteys and Janet Koss.
Tom was predeceased by his parents, Anton and Wilhelmena, in-laws, Tom and Mary Shulsky, sister Jennie Koss and her husband John, and brother-in-law John Mowery.
Tom was born in Inglis, Manitoba on April 27, 1927. At a very young age Tom relocated to Winnipeg and joined the Toronto Dominion Bank where he worked while putting himself through school to become a Chartered Accountant. Throughout his working life he also had his own accounting practice and ended his long career retiring from the Province of Manitoba Taxation Department. Retirement allowed Tom time to accept and dedicate himself to the honoured position of District Governor of Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario for the Lions Club, where he had spent 60 years as a committed member. He was an instrumental leader with the Lions and took great pride in the opening of many new clubs and securing many new memberships for the Lions.
Tom, Pat and their family were especially happy spending time at the family cottage he and Pat built in 1970 at Laclu, Ontario. The cottage was an extreme accomplishment for Tom and Laclu served as our family gathering spot every summer. Tom was able to enjoy his cottage weekends as recently as this past September long weekend - still trimming tree branches and describing to all of us exactly how the cottage was built. Laclu was also where the "serious" cribbage games were hosted and Tom was the master, even at 93. He actually had a "29 hand" many years ago and was so proud to be published in the Winnipeg Tribune.
Tom and Pat were long standing members at Sherwood Park Lutheran Church and enjoyed the friendships they made and the frequent Gentlemen's breakfast.
Due to Covid-19, a celebration of Tom's life will be held at a later date.
Flowers are gratefully declined.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 24, 2020
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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All our sincere condolences to all the family Our thoughts are with you ❤ - Posted by: Guylaine et Donald Angers (Sister of Manon Rubel and sister in law of Mark Rubel) on: Oct 01, 2021
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Dave - So sorry to learn of the passing of your father. I hope that the support of your loved ones will ease your pain. Greg - Posted by: Greg Marshall (Co-worker) on: Nov 07, 2020
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Pat and family, Condolences from Tom's Robel relatives in the U.S. I was just happy to be able to meet him along with my uncle Walter and some of the rest of his cousins those many years ago. Wishing you all the best! - Posted by: Fred A Wilebski (cousin) on: Oct 26, 2020
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Condolences to all of the Family, Hugs♥ - Posted by: Diana Roth (Kelly's Sister) on: Oct 24, 2020
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Tom was a true gentleman. Kind generous and friendly. Someone I could always count on. Your loss Pat will be shared by many. - Posted by: Bill McLean (Ex Lions member) on: Oct 24, 2020
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Pat and family...I am sad to learn of Tom’s death...May you find strength and comfort in God’s promise of eternal life in Christ. I pray you peace. - Posted by: Kolleen Karlowsky-Clark (Former pastor) on: Oct 24, 2020
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My condolences to you Pat and all the family Cecilia Connely - Posted by: Cecilia Connelly (Lion's ) on: Oct 24, 2020