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TOM READ

Date of Passing: Dec 25, 2014

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TOM READ 1931 - 2014 Tom Read of Selkirk passed away suddenly on December 25, 2014. Survived by his wife of 59 years, Doris; son Dale (Brenda); four grandchildren, Erin (Rob), Colin (Amanda), Scott (Kori) and Andrew; two great-grandchildren Michaela and Rheanna; brother Jack, and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by sisters Lillian and Barbara, and brother Gordon. Tom had a ready smile and was loved by many. He was affectionately known as Grampa to the younger ones who knew him well. He was a handyman who was always willing to help fix anything, always ready to help wherever he could. His distinct chuckle was recognized by all who knew him. He was dedicated in his faithful worship of his God Jehovah, and served faithfully for 58 years until his death. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 12 Hawthorne Pl., Selkirk.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 30, 2014

Condolences & Memories (4 entries)

  • Our hearts go out to Doris, the children and the grandchildren. Our brother Tom left a legacy that will last forever in his progeny both fleshly and spiritual. Together with his faithful wife they have exerted themselves for decades in serving Jehovah and in assisting so many people with the truth. And he gave Jehovah his best right up to the end.(Proverbs 27:11, Matt 24:13) It has been our privilege to have served with him. In the resurrection. it will be so good to see his smiling face again. - Posted by: David and Ann Pysh (Spiritual Brother and Sister) on: Jan 08, 2015

  • So sorry for your loss. He will be missed. - Posted by: Tom and Lenore Boyce (Neighbour hood friends) on: Jan 03, 2015

  • We are sorry Doris and family. We think back on Tom And Doris moving to Arborg And the fun times we had together. Now living in High River AB. Tom's example serving Jehovah comes to mind a lot. The new systems is close and we look forward to seeing him again. Alfred & Jo Anne Ponevas - Posted by: Alfred & JoAnne Ponevas (Friend) on: Dec 31, 2014

  • We are so sorry Doris and family.. We are thinking of you at this time... The new system is not far off... what a wonderful heritage we have... We have to continue to hang in there... Norman and Florence - Posted by: norman and florence rogowsky (friends) on: Dec 30, 2014

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