In Memory
Peter David Thomas
June 21st, 1942 - June 4th, 2024
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Pete Thomas passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at the age of 81 years. He is lovingly remembered by his son, Shawn (Louise), and their children, Ella and Sam; and daughter, Deborah Thomas; his sister Gayle (Derek) Seymour; as well as numerous relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his spouse, Marlene.
Pete was an active member
of the Royal Canadian Legion Br. #288 in Airdrie. He will be dearly missed.
A Celebration of Life
will be held at a later date.
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Gayle Seymour
2 months ago
Good bye for now big brother. I have so many good memories of our times as children. First in Lethbridge and later on at Old Fort Henry in Kingston. Throughout our lives we have many times lived long distances away from each other even continents apart but have always remained close in spirit. Whenever we were able to meet up we always had wonderful adventures together especially with our families and extended family. I think you are now just on another of your great adventures. Love you and miss you. Until the next adventure together. Your little sister.
Jan and Gord Fish
2 months ago
Was so very fond of Pete. Shared old family stories and enjoyed his company at the Legion. Rest in peace Pete.
Grenfell Morgan
2 months ago
A gentleman, mentor and friend. One of the good ones ... lost prematurely.
Thank you for your service.
Yours Aye
Thank you for your service.
Yours Aye
Debbie Whippler
2 months ago
Sincere condolences to Peter’s family and friends near and far. He was one of the great ones who welcomed me in External Affairs with kindness and empathy and was so very generous with his time to help me learn - he always made me feel welcomed on a world that was so very new to me. Bless his soulful, funny awesome gentlemanly and kind ways - he truly was one the great ones!! RIP Peter, this world was better because of you - bet the next one is too!!!
Dan Burns
2 months ago
Debbie & Shawn - my sincere condolences to you and your families. Pete was a wonderful person, to work with or play with. A true gentleman. R.I.P.
Ken Peters
2 months ago
Peter's trademark was an easy going, capable and helpful manner which was always on display. A pleasure to have worked with for many years.
Sincere condolences to his family.
Sincere condolences to his family.
Ron Flanagan
3 months ago
To the Thomas family
My sincere condolences on the passing of Pete. I knew Pete during our careers with External Affairs/Foreign Affairs and he was a wonderful caring person always ready to help and lend a hand. I fondly remember staying with Pete and Marlene in Nairobi, wonderful hosts as we sat in the backyard under palms trees watching their border collie chase frizbees for hours. A true gentleman always ready with a story about some adventure.
May he rest in peace.
Ron Flanagan
Vancouver Island
My sincere condolences on the passing of Pete. I knew Pete during our careers with External Affairs/Foreign Affairs and he was a wonderful caring person always ready to help and lend a hand. I fondly remember staying with Pete and Marlene in Nairobi, wonderful hosts as we sat in the backyard under palms trees watching their border collie chase frizbees for hours. A true gentleman always ready with a story about some adventure.
May he rest in peace.
Ron Flanagan
Vancouver Island
Dickson Plumadore
3 months ago
You will be sadly missed and I will miss having you as a dart partner. Rest in Peace my Friend
Rick Cairns
3 months ago
Heartfelt condolences Debbie, Shawn and family on the passing of your Dad.
Dan Kenny
3 months ago
I’ve known Pete for many years, starting from the same day we joined the Department of External Affairs in 1977. He was a great help to me in those early days when I struggled to learn the thousands of moving parts that made up a Teletype machine. He was a great host and tour guide when I made a short visit to Nairobi and was a great colleague during our year together in New Delhi. Later in life, after his move to Airdrie, he was a regular stopover point for us, with always a welcome room and a chance to share a spicy Indian take-out dinner. He loved a game of darts and if there was a pint to accompany it, so much the better. Pete was dependable, stoic, and had a great sense of humor and adventure which served him well through his many assignments abroad. He will be missed by the many friends he has made throughout his life.
Sincerest condolences to all his family in Canada and Swedan.
Sincerest condolences to all his family in Canada and Swedan.
Sandy Cairns
3 months ago
To Debbie & Shawn - Sending you my heartfelt condolences at this very difficult time. I was so glad to have known your Dad over the past 40+ years. I will miss his good sense of humour and all the daily cat posts. May he rest in peace.
Marvin and Marie Plumadore
3 months ago
We will miss you Pete- your smile, funny sense of humor, and great burger grilling.
Lorraine Card
3 months ago
Pete was always available to lend a helping hand. He worked tirelessly for the Poppy Campaign and always had a friendly smile and greeting for anyone who came to the Legion. You will be missed, Sir. Rest in peace. 🙏❤️🙏
Glenn Cameron
3 months ago
Thanks for everything Pete! You were a great colleague.
Bob
3 months ago
Rest in Peace old soldier your tour is over. Til we meet again for a game of darts.