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Thomas Donaldson

January 15, 1960 - August 15, 2018

Obituary For Thomas Donaldson

Thomas Donaldson, resident of Grande Prairie, AB, formerly of Warsaw, ON, passed away on Wednesday, August 15, 2018, at the University of Alberta Hospital in Edmonton, at the age of 58 years.

Tom was born January 15, 1960 in Peterborough, ON. The eldest of four brothers, he spent his childhood on the family farm in Warsaw, ON. In 1981, on a tip from a friend, he came out to Grande Prairie to get work and began his 37 year employment with Procter and Gamble, Weyerhaeuser, and International Paper.

Here in Alberta, his love of music found an outlet as a member of the band “Skyline”, playing many dances with his bandmates who were his lifelong friends.

Tom was always the life of the party, telling many wonderful funny stories that seemed to get better and funnier with each telling. He was a thoughtful and great host, making sure all had enough to eat and drink. He was flirtatious and had a sense of mischief, he always made the girls feel lovely and special.

He liked to dance, and would dance the night away at many P&G and Weyerhaeuser Christmas parties. He enjoyed the outdoors: camping fishing, and hunting.

Tom and his wife Valerie celebrated 35 years of marriage on July 30, surrounded by family and friends. Tom’s close loving relationship with Valerie could still make her laugh every day.

Tom was a hardworking man who loved his family and was always so proud of his sons and all their accomplishments.

He will be sadly missed by his wife Valerie; children: Graeme (Robyn Page), Braden (Breanna Bain), and Michael; granddaughter Nora; brothers: Bob (Leslie); Joe (Kelly), and Dave (Sheri); as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.

He was predeceased by his parents Gerald and Shirley Donaldson, and father in-law John Javos.

Funeral Mass will be held Friday, August 24, 2018, at 11:00am, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Grande Prairie (10404 102 St.).

Memorial donations may be made to University Hospital Foundation – ICU (Room 1H1.91, WMC, 8440 112 St. NW, Edmonton, AB, T6G 2B7).

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24 Aug

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11:00 AM

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June 24, 2021

Thompson Jim

Thinking of you Val and family.
June 24, 2021

Edwards John

Sorry for your loss he was a great guy
June 24, 2021

Vandemark Roberta

Sincere condolences Val & family! 💙 Always enjoyed visiting with you both, Bert
June 24, 2021

Gall Bev

My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss.
June 24, 2021

Wever Dan

Our thoughts & prayers go out to you Valarie as well as all your family.I'm so sorry to hear of Tom's passing.I was fortunate enough to have worked with Tom for many years in the woodyard & always enjoyed his humorous stories!Tom was a real "go getter" & made many improvement which make our work to this day a whole lot efficient! "Take Care" Valarie & family and always cherish those great memories Tom has left us!
June 24, 2021

Bryan Cristine & Mike

I am so sorry to hear of Tomâ??s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Val and your sonâ??s ♥️
June 24, 2021

Breemer Ruth

Dear Val and Family, John and I want you to know how incredibly sorry we are to hear about Tom. Such a nice guy. Please know Val that you and your boys and families are in our thoughts and prayers. In sincere sympathy, Ruth and John Breemer
June 24, 2021

Mitchell Linda

So sorry to hear of Tom's passing, Valerie. You have my deepest sympathy.
June 24, 2021

Buitenhuis John & Debbie

So sorry to hear of Tomâ??s passing. Our condolences to Val and the family.
June 24, 2021

Seymour Pat, Dave, Scott & Michael

Valerie, Graham, Braden, and Michael, know that we are all thinking of you at this very difficult and sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tom was a loving, caring, thoughtful, and fun-loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. We look fondly back on the years we spent with you at Logging Sports.

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