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REV. DR. THOMAS SAUNDERS
Born: Feb 21, 1909
Date of Passing: Jan 15, 2005
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryREV. DR. THOMAS SAUNDERS February 21, 1909 - January 15, 2005 On January 15, after a long and full life, Thomas Saunders died at Grace Hospital. He is survived by his loving wife, Vera McDonald; three sons, Tom (Keiko), Clark, and Allan (Megumi); seven grandchildren, Christina and Tommy; Andrew (Jenny), Alison and Katie; and Manna (Rob) and Daniel (Christy); also by two sisters-in-law, Marguerite Saunders of Victoria and Alison Martin of West Vancouver. He was predeceased by his first wife, Janet. Dr. Saunders was born near Dunfermline, Scotland, and came to Canada with his family at the age of 11. A graduate in Arts and Theology from United College, he served as United Church minister in Rapid City and Holland, MB; Chalmers Church, Winnipeg; West Vancouver; and St. Norbert; as well as serving as a Canadian army chaplain in Britain and Northwest Europe during the Second World War. In 1960 he joined the staff of the Winnipeg Free Press as an editorial writer, becoming literary editor shortly afterwards. His writings included six books of poetry as well as numerous journal articles and contributions to other books. Other involvements included the St. Andrew's Society of Winnipeg, where he served both as president and as chaplain, and the Royal Winnipeg Rifles of which he was chaplain for some years. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at Westworth United Church on Tuesday, January 18 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Dr. Saunders' memory may be made to Westworth United Church Memorial Fund. NEIL BARDAL INC. 949-2200
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 17, 2005
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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It must have been 35-40 years ago when I memorized the poem Lonely Land, and I have never forgotten it. Just found out by google who the author was, and would like you to know that Rev. Saunders has a fan. - Posted by: Lena Maryniak (memorized a poem) on: May 05, 2018
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We are sorry to hear of Tom's death and send our condolences to the whole family. We have wonderful memories of being taken under his and Janet's wing in our early days in Winnipeg. He performed the marriage service for my father and step-mother in our home in 1978. Tom was a kind, thoughtful and caring man and we are blessed to have known him. - Posted by: Bryan and Vaile Henry (Acquaintance) on: Jan 18, 2005
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Please accept our most profound sympathies on the death of your father. You well know how close our families are to one another and it is a relationship that we shall always cherish and be thankful for. Tom lived a full and impressive life and there are many for whom his relationship made a major difference. Peace. - Posted by: Panysy, MIchael, Dot, Deborah & Aaron (Friend) on: Jan 17, 2005