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THOMSON: Clarence of St. Marys, and formerly of Woodham

December 28, 2016 By Haskett Funeral Homes 43 Condolences

THOMSON: Clarence of St. Marys, and formerly of Woodham

At St. Marys Memorial Hospital, St. Marys on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 of St. Marys and formerly of Woodham in his 89th year.  Beloved husband of the late Isabel (Armstrong) Thomson (2015).  Dear father and grandfather of Janice Thomson of Stratford; Earl and Laura Thomson of Usborne Township; Vernon and Melanie Thomson of Blanshard Township, and their children Aubrey and Mikayla Thomson, and Neil Thomson and Emily McHendry; Brian Thomson and Cindy Regan of Woodham, and his children Adam Thomson and Chelsea Gordon, Derrick and Katie Thomson, Evan and Beca Thomson; Scott and Arlene Thomson of Blanshard Township, and their children Laura Thomson, and Melissa Thomson and Dan McIsaac; and Steven and Joanne Thomson of Woodstock, and their children David Myers and Kim deSouza, Tara Myers, Brent Thomson and Katie Sinel, and Drew Thomson and Nicole Champeau.  Dear great-grandfather of Hannah Thomson, and Brinsley Thomson. Dear brother of Rhoda Rohde of Hensall, and Dorothy and Glenn Jeffery of Exeter.  Fondly remembered by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.  Predeceased by his brother-in-law Bill Rohde. 

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 31st at 11 AM with Pastor Paul Vollick officiating.  Spring interment Kirkton Union Cemetery. 

Donations to the St. Marys Memorial Hospital Foundation or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. 

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  1. Karen Insley Windsor

    January 11, 2017 at 10:10 AM

    We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Clarence, a wonderful man and terribly sorry that we did not know until now. May you all find comfort in your memories. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
    Karen Insley Windsor and Ruth Insley

  2. Sandy Somerville Bonner, Craig Bonner and family and Carol Somerville

    January 10, 2017 at 9:46 AM

    May memories and the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead. Thinking of you all.

  3. Mike & Deb Hunter

    January 2, 2017 at 10:26 PM

    Vern, Melanie and family,

    Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your father and grandfather. Our thoughts are with you.

  4. Rob & Deb Pihl

    January 2, 2017 at 9:46 AM

    To Earl & Laura, Melanie & Vern, Arlene & Scott and all of the Thomson families,

    So sorry to hear of your loss. Our condolences to all of the family.

  5. Ed and Norlene Rodd

    January 1, 2017 at 9:02 AM

    So sorry to hear of your loss,our prayers and thoughts are with you all on this sad time. From one of your neighbors down around the corner.

  6. Don Mcintosh

    December 31, 2016 at 3:56 PM

    To all of the Thomson family,
    Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Clarence.
    Sincerely,
    Don and Joanne McIntosh

  7. Keith and Joyce Thomson

    December 31, 2016 at 2:20 PM

    To the Thomson Family. We are sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Clarence. We hadn’t seen him the last while out to church and he always enjoyed coming to worship on Sunday mornings. He always had a smile and a hello when he greeted us. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Keith and Joyce Thomson

  8. Earl and Marilyn Miller

    December 31, 2016 at 1:03 PM

    Our sincere sympathy to all of the Thomson family in the passing of your dad.

  9. Roger and Carol Kellam

    December 31, 2016 at 12:12 PM

    Our deepest sympathies for the loss of your father.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Roger and Carol

  10. Carl Langford

    December 31, 2016 at 10:40 AM

    Very sorry to hear the news. Clarence worked closely with my father over the years and there are many pleasant memories of those times. Good memories too of going to school at SS 13 school in Woodham with Janice, Earl and Vernon.

  11. Sandra & Larry Hern

    December 31, 2016 at 1:35 AM

    To all the Thomson Family,

    Our sympathy in the loss of your Dad, but he leaves behind a huge legacy with your large family. May your memories of happier times eventually replace the sadness you are all feeling right now. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  12. Gail stone

    December 30, 2016 at 6:09 PM

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. Elwood Stone and family. London Ont.

  13. Pete and Gloria McFalls

    December 30, 2016 at 5:07 PM

    Vern, Mel and families

    Sorry to hear of your dad passing. It’s never easy no matter what time of year. Hold onto your memories of him.

    Pete and Gloria McFalls

  14. Walter Langford

    December 30, 2016 at 2:45 PM

    My deepest sympathy goes out to all members of Clarence’s family. I have many pleasant memories of working with the Thomson family during haying, harvest and silo filling, and am very pleased that Vernon now farms our former land. I heard many stories about Clarence as a boy, as he was a student in the “entrance” class the first year my mother, Alma, taught in USS 13 Blanchard, Woodham School!

  15. Tony and kim Siroen

    December 30, 2016 at 1:15 PM

    Steve, Joanne and family
    Our deepest condolences on the passing of your father. We will not be able to make it in person, but we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
    Tony and kim

  16. Aileen & Harold Burgin

    December 30, 2016 at 10:44 AM

    Our sincere condolences to the Thomson families.

  17. Jeff & Julie Swan

    December 30, 2016 at 8:19 AM

    We send our sincere condolences to the entire family. We had the privilege of knowing both your Mom and Dad. They will be missed!

  18. C Grieve Samson

    December 29, 2016 at 8:03 PM

    To all of our cousins.

    We are thinking of you all at this difficult time. We fondly remember all of the wonderful times spent over the generations and years.

    Clarence was one-of-a-kind. We loved him dearly.

    All of our love. John, Judi and Andrew Grieve, John and Carolyn (Grieve) Samson

  19. Joel Hemingway

    December 29, 2016 at 7:08 PM

    Steve,

    Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your father.

    Joel & Kim Hemingway

  20. Dale Cook

    December 29, 2016 at 4:14 PM

    Vern, Melanie and all the Thompson families :
    My sincerest condolence to you all on the passing of your dad.

    Dale Cook

  21. Ruth Stuart, Jenna & Laura Chappel

    December 29, 2016 at 2:46 PM

    My thoughts and prayers to you all in the passing of your loved one. Deepest sympathy to all.

  22. Lynda Denham

    December 29, 2016 at 2:41 PM

    Sorry for your loss. Prayers to the Thomson family

  23. Pam and Tony De Jong

    December 29, 2016 at 12:18 PM

    Vern, Melanie and family
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  24. Marian (Gordon) & Grant Rumford

    December 29, 2016 at 11:35 AM

    Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your father Clarence.
    We have fond memories of visits from your Mom and Dad in years past.
    They were so good to keep up with the Gordon family.
    Loving thoughts and prayers to your family at this difficult time.

  25. Jim & LInda Dietrich

    December 29, 2016 at 11:19 AM

    Vern,Melanie, Scott, Arlene and Families
    So sorry for your loss, our deepest sympathy.

  26. Doug and Sue Marriott

    December 29, 2016 at 10:46 AM

    Our deepest sympathies in the loss of your Dad, I was always amazed how he could remember birthdays and ages of people in the community! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

  27. Paul and Paula Droog

    December 29, 2016 at 10:40 AM

    Dear Scott, Arlene, Laura, Melissa, Dan, and the entire Thomson family. Our deepest sympathies on the passing of Clarence. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers in the coming days.

  28. Dennis & Doris Richardson

    December 29, 2016 at 9:48 AM

    Sincere condolances to all the Thomson family in their loss of Clarence. He was one of a kind and I was always amazed at the historical knowledge of people, places and events of the community and area that he could recount. He surprised me one day after church by wishing me a happy birthday and proceeded to tell me how old I was along with some history around that event. Thanks to Clarence for being a memorable part of our community.

  29. Jim and Linda Ferguson

    December 29, 2016 at 7:16 AM

    Vern, Melanie and the Thomson Family:

    Our thoughts and hearts are with you at this time.
    Sending a hug!

  30. Carole and Richarf Batten

    December 29, 2016 at 12:51 AM

    So sorry for your family’s loss. May God wrap His loving arms around you and give you peace.

  31. Maggie McDonald

    December 28, 2016 at 10:58 PM

    Janice, my thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time. Please know that your friends are here for you.

  32. Don and Heather Benner

    December 28, 2016 at 10:48 PM

    Our sympathy on the passing of Clarence…He will be with Isabel now…Thinking of your family as you face these challenging days ahead…Don, Heather and Family…

  33. David & Kim

    December 28, 2016 at 10:46 PM

    Rest in peace grandpa. We’ll miss you at the dinner table.

  34. Janice Wilcox

    December 28, 2016 at 8:35 PM

    Janice, So sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Thinking of you and hoping you have many good memeories to carry you through.
    Janice Wilcox

  35. Jim and Marlene Regier

    December 28, 2016 at 8:20 PM

    Arlene, Scott, Laura, Melissa and Dan . Our thoughts and prayers for your loss.

  36. Kevin & Elaine Ball

    December 28, 2016 at 8:11 PM

    Janice – Our thoughts are with you at this time.Hugs to you.

  37. Paul and Sue Robinson

    December 28, 2016 at 7:26 PM

    To the Thomson Family:

    Our sympathies to all. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

    Paul and Sue Robinson

  38. Sylvie and Geri Grimminck

    December 28, 2016 at 7:24 PM

    Dear Scott, Arlene, Laura, Melissa and Dan. So sorry to hear of Clarence’s passing. We are thinking of you.

  39. Michelle and Perry

    December 28, 2016 at 7:17 PM

    Arlene, Scott, Melissa and Laura. My condolences on your loss.

  40. Bill and Rosemary Schaefer

    December 28, 2016 at 7:09 PM

    To all the Thomson Families. Our sympathy to you all on the sudden passing of Clarence. We had a nice visit with Clarence a few weeks a go and he looked so well. Bill was always amazed that Clarence could remember the ages of so many people. Sincerely, Bill and Rosemary Schaefer

  41. Jason Bourne

    December 28, 2016 at 6:16 PM

    Vern, Scott, Arlene, Laura, Melissa, Evan, Dorothy, Glenn and family,

    Sorry to hear of your loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family.

  42. Margaret Carter

    December 28, 2016 at 5:57 PM

    My deepest sympathy. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
    Margaret and Jim Carter

  43. Mary Ann Wright

    December 28, 2016 at 5:31 PM

    Dear Joanne, Steve and family,

    Out thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. May the grace of the Holy Spirit give you strengths and warm memories of this well loved man.

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