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THOMAS PATRICK PETER IVORY
Born: Jun 09, 1951
Date of Passing: Feb 01, 2021
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THOMAS PATRICK PETER IVORY
June 9, 1951 - February 1, 2021
He is survived by his beloved wife, Danielle (née Roulet), as well as his three children, Christine, Catherine and Alex. Tom is also the loving Papi to Gabrielle, Taliah and Théo. In addition to his immediate family, he leaves behind his two sons-in-law, Alexis and David, his sisters and brothers-in-law, Josette, Jacques, Jeannot and Mado, as well as his nieces and nephews, Anthony, Eva, Aurélie and David. He is predeceased by his parents, Gabrielle (née Chaput) and Thomas Ivory. Tom will also be missed by his many cousins, friends and colleagues.
Tom lived an incredibly full and happy life. His greatest passion was the love of his life, Danielle. A chance meeting between this young Franco-Manitoban and his cousin Paulette's French pen pal visiting Winnipeg led to a whirlwind romance and a year-long cross-Atlantic courtship before they wed in France in 1974. Tom and Danielle were inseparable for over 47 years, raising their children together in his hometown of Winnipeg and then enjoying ten years of retirement in Les Sables d'Olonne, France, near Danielle's family. Most recently, they had moved to Ottawa to be closer to their children and grandchildren. Their marriage was built on love and respect, but also passion. They taught their children the meaning of commitment and how to love and be loved. An only child himself, Tom had always wanted to raise a large family and was a proud and loving father and grandfather. His greatest accomplishments were his children.
Tom was a philosopher, theologian and above all an educator. A high school teacher, he first taught at L'Institut Collégial St. Pierre in St-Pierre-Jolys for five years before spending 29 years teaching at St. Paul's High School in Winnipeg. Teaching religion, français and serving often as drama director, he devoted himself to his students and was a mentor to many. Well-read but never pretentious, his love of books and thirst for knowledge knew no bounds and never abated, even when weakened by illness. His quick wit and jokes could light up any room and brought countless laughs to family and friends. His sense of compassion, values and strong principles guided his every decision. Tom was a man of faith, loyal and trustworthy who maintained friendships over the years and across oceans.
Anyone who knew Tom also knew of his love of music and his guitars. Playing guitar, whether at home, or with his friends and bands over the years, was how he best loved to spend his days.
Tom s'est battu vaillamment et sans se plaindre contre une maladie dévastatrice qui l'a emporté beaucoup trop tôt. La famille tient à remercier les médecins et les infirmier/ères qui ont pris soins de lui et en particulier tient à souligner le dévouement de Mo de Bayshore Healthcare.
La famille organisera une célébration de sa vie lorsque les restrictions dû au Covid-19 seront levées.
Pour ceux qui souhaiteraient faire un don à la mémoire de Tom, vous pouvez donner soit au programme de bourses de St Paul's High School à Winnipeg ou à Cancer Colorectal Canada.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 09, 2021
Condolences & Memories (20 entries)
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Monsieur Ivory was one of the most steadfast, moral and dedicated men I have ever had the privilege of knowing. Growing up in Southdale I spent many summers playing at the Ivory’s with his son, Alex. Tom was a great source of inspiration in my young life as beacon of integrity, faith and compassion. Though I have not been in touch with the Ivory family in many years, the news of his passing saddened me as though I had just seen him yesterday. My deepest condolences to Danielle, Christine, Catherine and Alex. Love, Adrien - Posted by: Adrien Masse (Family friend ) on: Feb 24, 2023
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I have to say that very few teachers can match the impression that Tom left on me and my life. I remember with fondness his exuberance, his passion he had the ability to light a fire in your intellect and in your heart. He made you want to learn more, know more and understand more. It didn’t matter the subject Tom (Mr Ivory) knew how to get you interested. I dare say there would be very few dropouts with more teachers like him. Such a treasure. Thank you for all that you added to my life. - Posted by: Michelle (Roy) Campeau (Former Student) on: Feb 14, 2021
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I am sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I actually had a bad experience at St. Paul's the time was there. I had learning disabilities and behavior disabilities and I got a lot of mockery and singling out from the students. One good experience I had there was the teachers treated me well. They treated me like a somebody. Mr. Ivory was a delight to have in my Grade 9 French class. He had a good sense of humor that kept us all laughing. He like comedy and music and he would share his likes with us. Also he was a teacher good for conversation with students. Another memory I have is when a couple of students laughed at me for something I said, he didn't hesitate to give them a good talking to. I like that. Mr. Ivory was one of the friendliest teachers I remember. Years ago, I tried looking for him on Facebook, but couldn't find him. It's a shame because he would've great to keep in touch with. Thoughts and prayers are with him and his family. - Posted by: Jon Lewak (Former Student (1985-87)) on: Feb 13, 2021
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I am truly sorry to hear of Tom's passing, and I pass on my prayers and condolences to Danielle and family. I became friends with Tom while teaching at St. Paul's in the early 90s, and my fondest memories are of the times we played in bands together, talked endlessly about Clapton, Beck, Santana, et al, and jammed the Blues at each other's homes. I will always think of him with great fondness. Rest in peace, mon ami. - Posted by: Jordan Burg (Friend and Colleague) on: Feb 12, 2021
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Mr. Ivory was a sweet, kind and compassionate teacher. He made his students feel at ease with a subject foreign to most of them. I will always remember his smile and his words as sincere, his teaching as effective and his class to be one of my favorites. He will be missed but not forgotten; my condolences to his family. Repose en paix, monsieur. - Posted by: David Bueti '98 (Former student) on: Feb 12, 2021
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We lived for the moments when he'd pause mid-lesson, a sly smile appearing on his face, to tell a bad joke. When a student complained about irregular verbs, he'd share a laundry list of English language idiosyncrasies. And whenever he saw me reading a book, he'd stop and offer a few recommendations which invariably proved to be winners; for me, he was the original "people who read this book also read..." decades before Amazon. My French literacy has faded over the years, but never my love of reading. Thank you for all of that, and more, M. Ivory. - Posted by: Richard Lim (SPHS '88) on: Feb 12, 2021
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Mr. Ivory was one of my all time favorite teachers. 25 years later, I still remember many of his teachings. It was while reading a book he had assigned that I first realized what my calling was. When people ask me why I pursued my career, I retell the story of how I discovered my calling in Mr Ivory's class. My condolences to his wife, family and friends. - Posted by: Eddsel Martinez (Former student) on: Feb 11, 2021
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Mr. Ivory will be missed. I remember him as an enthusiast teacher, charismatic, and very skilled on the guitar. Such a nice guy! Our condolences to his family... - Posted by: Scott Lakusiak (Student) on: Feb 10, 2021
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My years at St Paul's cannot be remebered without his 1000 megawatt smile, his contagious spirit and his warm sense of genuineness. The school and students are forvever in gratitude and appreciation for how much gave to us all. Rest in Peace Mr. Ivory. Our deepest condolences to his family and friends. - Posted by: Frank Baker (Student) on: Feb 10, 2021
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Monsieur Ivory was one of the most influential teachers during my High School years. Of course, there were innumerable instances of learning philosophical principles from him, but one that will always stick in my mind was when on a beautiful summer day a student simply asked: "Mr. Ivory, give us the class off please", and he replied: "Ask and ye shall receive". We looked at him dumbfounded and he said, "show me understand the lesson or I'll change my mind" and we split; cheering with a sense of victory and gratitude. I cannot hear those words now without always thinking back to that moment and his quick wit. Tom Ivory was a brilliant man and teacher. I wish those closest to him peace in their grief. - Posted by: Ian Flett (Student) on: Feb 10, 2021
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mes sinceres condoleances a toute la famille , Yolande LeGras - Posted by: Yolande LeGras (friend) on: Feb 10, 2021
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J'ai été attristé d'apprendre la nouvelle du décès de Tom. Il a été mon collègue pendant de nombreuses années lorsque j'enseignais au St. Paul's High School de Winnipeg. Je me souviens certainment de son amour de la musique et de sa joie lors des occasions où il jouait à l'école. Loyola HIgh School gardera Tom dans nos prières et nos messes ce mois. Avec la bénédiction du Seigneur, Père Rob Brennan, S.J. Président Loyola, Montréal - Posted by: Fr. Rob Brennan, s.j. (colleague) on: Feb 10, 2021
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My deepest condolences to the Ivory family. As one of likely thousands of young men to have had the pleasure of being taught by Mr. Ivory, I will always remember his sense of humor and quick wit in the classroom. It was always pretty easy to get him to crack a smile and make a few jokes. It was also not uncommon to hear some Clapton riffs coming from his office during spares and he was always excited to talk about music and guitar. He was the embodiment of being a man for others and will be missed. - Posted by: Michael Bonneau (Former Student) on: Feb 10, 2021
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Mes parents (qui ont aussi connus Danielle et Tom à St-Boniface) et moi (ancien élève de St-Paul) vous offrons nos plus sincères condoléances. Je garde de très bons souvenir de Tom et sa bonne influence sur moi et mes compagnons d'école. - Posted by: Gilbert Le Gras (ancien élève) on: Feb 10, 2021
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J'offre mes sympathies à Danielle et toute la famille de Thomas. J'ai bien aimé travaillé avec Tom au cours de ses cinq années d'enseignement à St-Pierre-Jolys. Il était un gars intègre, intelligent, engagé, sympathique ... Il était un bon collègue et un excellent professeur! - Posted by: Edmond LaBossière (Ancien collègue) on: Feb 10, 2021
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Mes sinceres sympathies a toute la famille. J'avais juste rencontrer Tom queleque fois etant le cousin de mon pere mais je me souvien de son beau sourire. Bon courage xx.❤ - Posted by: Tania Druwe (Petite cousine) on: Feb 09, 2021
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Mes plus sincères condoléances, Danielle, à toi et ta famille. - Posted by: Gérald Gagnon (Ancien collègue) on: Feb 09, 2021
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Printemps 1972, à quelque part dans la forêt de Sandilands, on est en train de planter des arbres dans un vaste endroit de coupe à blanc. On voit tu arriver une assez vieille voiture (celle de Tom?) avec trois jeunes de Saint-Boniface: Claude Saindon, anciennement de Richer, donc il savait où il était, Richard Schoebruck que j’avais connu au Juniorat des Pères Oblats, et Tom Ivory. Par après, on a covoituré au site des plantations, les trois bonifaciens se rendaient à Sainte-Anne où je vivais à l’époque, et embarquaient dans ma vieille Plymouth. Quatre ou cinq semaines à planter des arbres. Il m’a laissé un souvenir de quelqu’un que j’aurais aimé mieux connaître. - Posted by: Lucien Chaput (Connaissance) on: Feb 09, 2021
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Chère Danielle et famille!, Nos plus sincères condoléances! J’étais tellement attristé d’apprendre çe triste nouvel! Nos prières et nos pensées sont avec toi et avec toute ta belle famille!❤️🙏🙏❤️ - Posted by: Aline et Claude Boisjoli (Amie de l’école Guyot) on: Feb 09, 2021
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J'étais très attristée d'apprendre le décès de Tom. Je garde de très beaux souvenirs de lui en particulier ses spectacles de marionnettes quand j'étais petite fille. Mes condoléances à toute la famille. - Posted by: Janine Labelle (Cousine) on: Feb 09, 2021