Obituary of Thomas Frederick Deane
Deane: Thomas 'Tom' Frederick -
A resident of Rondeau, Thomas Deane passed away peacefully at the Windsor Regional Hospital, Ouellette Campus on April 23, 2021 at the age of 86.
Born in Harwich Township, Thomas was the son of the late Washington and Margaret Deane (Wiley).
Beloved husband of 63 years to Carol Deane (nee Ford).
Loving father to Shelley (Yohannes Widjaja) Deane of La Salle and James (Sheena) Deane of Allenford.
Grandfather to Jillian and Jocelyn Widjaja.
Brother to Peter (Marie) Deane of Ridgetown.
Loved by several nieces and nephews.
Tom will be remembered for his years working in the high schools as the head guidance counselor for 36 years and enjoyed golfing, boating, and travelling in his retirement. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 243.
Cremation has taken place and a private family interment will occur at Duart Cemetery at a later date.
Donations made in memory of Thomas to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
McKinlay Funeral Home, 76 Main Street East, Ridgetown, 519-674-3141
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