It is with sorrow that we announce the passing of Tom Boyle on September 25, 2021.
Tom was a loving father, husband, uncle and friend. People were drawn to his gentle, witty personality and you can always be assured a funny story would be told.
A man who loved sports, music and laughter. Sports was always a conversation that Tom liked discussing with his son and friends. He was forever teased by his loyalty to the Toronto Maple Leafs and would always have a lively remark that would make you laugh and perhaps make you want to cheer for the team. Tom enjoyed living in Pinawa and knew it provided a safe home for a family.
The last three years were hard for Tom. He struggled with his health and his mobility and during that time never complained and just carried on the best he could.
Tom will lovingly be remembered by his wife Shirley, his son Michael, nieces and nephews and his dear friends. Tom was most honoured to be a godfather to three amazing god daughters, Wendy Nixon, Patti Arril and Robyn Vandersteen.
Tom was predeceased by his father Tom Boyle and mother Eleanor Boyle. His sister Agnes Arril and mother-in-law Mary Bodykevich.
Cremation has taken place and at this time there will be no memorial gathering. With the unpredictable pandemic we are still facing, he wanted everyone to be safe and remain healthy.
Precious memories will keep you near.
You will always be in our heart.
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Peter and Shirley Cliche
It is a time to remember and to celebrate the great experiences
of Tom’s life. Our condolences go out to the Boyle family.
Cheryl Ryan
Deepest condolences to Shirley and Michael. I truly enjoyed chatting and joking with him.
Louise Daymond
Tom was such a great guy, with a wonderful sense of humour. His nickname for me was ‘Lois’, of Lois Lane fame. It stemmed from my days as the sports reporter for the Pinawa Press, and he never called me anything else.
We’re glad he’s free from the pain of the last few years, and we won’t ever think of him without a smile crossing our face. Rest in peace, and peace and healing to Shirley and Michael.
Louise and Don Daymond
Mary &Georg Greber
So very sorry for your loss Shirley and Michael. May your memories of Tom keep you strong during this difficult time. Our sincere condolences.
Ashley, Jeff, Summer, and Sidney Miller
Condolences to Shirley and Mike. Tom was such a nice man who always waved and said hi when we saw him.
From your neighbours across the street.
Dennis & Rosalie Lofstrom
Our deepest condolences to Shirley and family… many good memories dealing with him through work.
Dennis & Rosalie
Joanne Bueckert
So sorry to hear Shirley and Michael. Memories are so special and will come up every day, to remember the special man Tom was.
Big hugs
Joanne
Diane McMillan
Shirley and Mike
Sincere condolences on the loss of Tom. He will be missed,
Blake and Tanya cutting
Our most sincere sympathies to Shirley and Michael in the loss of a great guy. He was always game to golf, play ball, fish or hunt. Always kibitzing and teasing. He will be missed.
Craig McDougall
Mike and Shirley – we are so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing…thinking of you both.
Craig and Chelsey McDougall
Judy Farr
Deepest condolences to Shirley and Mike. Remember you have a community behind you. Hugs my friend. Judy Fart
Jason Gauthier
So very sorry to hear of Tom’s passing, although it’s been years since my days in Pinawa I always remember Tom at the many fundraising events. Always a smile, kind, words and making the events more fun. Condolences to all of your family.
Jason
Lynnette Bruneau
My deepest condolences Shirley to you & your son. I first Met Tom when I worked with him at the Bay. We all enjoyed Tom. Please know that you are in my thoughts & prayers.
Kirk & Carole Edwards
We are so very sorry for your loss Shirley and Michael, and we extend our deepest condolences. Know that you are both in our thoughts and prayers, and we wish you comfort and strength in the days and weeks ahead.
Kirk & Carole Edwards
Gary Hanna
Our sincere condolences to Shirley & Micheal on Tom’s passing. Tom & I shared many a laugh. I knew many of.Tom’s Churchill sports buddies! My nick name was Irish as I wore a Fighting Irish cap. Then it was switched to Houta. He was a wonderful man he will be missed! Slainte Tommy Boyle ☘️
Gary & Kathy Hanna
Lori Oxenforth (Middleton)
My deepest condolences to you Shirley, Michael and family. Thinking of you all during this time of sadness.
Brenda Popple
So sorry for your loss. You will be in my Thoughts and Prayers.
Belva Polson
So sorry for your loss Shirley, Tom was a wonderful part of Bob’s early years in Pinawa, how they enjoyed their fishing and snowmobile outings.
Dorothy Cafferty
I am so saddened to here of Toms Passing My Thoughts are with you Shirley and Michael always had a wonderful Chats with Tom I will miss him Rest Well Tom God Bless.
Cindy Litke
So sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Shirley and Micheal.
Cindy and Dave Litke
Bryan and Joanne
We are so very sorry Shirley and Michael for your loss. Tom was a big man with a bigger heart. May he rest in peace.
Ernest Okrainec
My wholehearted condolence to Tom’s family. We had not seen each other since our big sporting days and working at A.E.C.L. Terrific memories Ernie
Glen Wilgosh
Hey Mike
Take care at this tough time.
Hugs to you and your mom.
Jamie Arril
Our sincere condolences Shirley & Michael. Doug & Jamie Arril & Families
Brian Bodner
So sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and Michael
Brian and Ila Bodner
doreen backer
Harry and I are totally devastated by Toms passing, many tears have been shed. So many
memories of hockey, baseball and parties. He was truly a dear dear friend.
Shirley and Michael know you are in our hearts and love you.
Sharon Bissonnette
Dear Shirley and Michael,
I’m so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Relieved to know his suffering is over. Guy and I enjoyed times spent with you and Tom. And you’re right … he was a loyal fan of the Toronto Maple Leafs and took the teasing in good stride! He was a good man. My thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Love, Sharon
Ron & Linda Oberick
Shirley and Michael, We were saddened to hear of Tom’s passing. May wonderful memories give you comfort and peace.
Myrna Tiede
So sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. He was a great guy to work with.
May memories of happier times sustain you through your grief.
R hladiuk
From Robert Leona, Derek and Bradley our hearts go out to you my big sister and to Michael may God give you strength at this time. Remember he is only gone on a trip. He is always with us all we have to do is close our eyes and he is there. So please we are here for you both Take Care.
Sharon and Jack
Just such a great friend. We’ll miss him.
Our thoughts are with you Shirley and Mike.
Judy
We are truly sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Tom had a beautuful soul and a beautuful smile. Gentle and kind is how we will remember him. Our sincers condolences Shirley and Mike.
Love Greg and Judy
Janet Stefaniuk
Shirley and Mike, I’m so sorry for your loss.
Larry Gauthier
My most sincere condolences to Shirley and Mike on the loss of Tom.
A big man with a big heart and a great sense of humour! He assigned nicknames to most of his many friends who carry them to this day.
He lived life fully as long as he possibly could. He will be fondly remembered by me and many, many others.
Fay Campbell
My thought and prayers go out to Shirley and Michael at this sad time . We lost a great guy who was loved by all who knew him
Bonnie Bailey
My Sincere Sympathy to you Shirley and Michael!
Tom will be remembered especially for being a member of the Pinawa Pioneer Baseball team and curling bonspiels! Pinawa will miss him.
ron and barbara mcdowall
Shirley ….. We were so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing…… Blessings to you and Micheal and all your family too… the obituary described him perfectly too….. Warmest regards from Ron and Barbara McDowal
Cathie & Greg
We are so very sorry to hear of Toms passing. He was such a nice guy. We will remember him as Big Tom, happy guy, quiet, with a gentle soul!
Sincerest condolences Shirley and Michael, and all the family.
Bernice Hawton
We are so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. May happy memories give you comfort and may you find peace knowing his struggles are over.
Jay and Bernice Hawton
Cliff and Gwen Veilleux
We were so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. We always remember Tom smiling and having fun during the old baseball years with the Huskies, and also greetings at golf. Condolences to you Shirley, your son Michael and family at this sad time.
Cliff (Peanut) and Gwen Veilleux
Peter Baumgartner
Loved you driving us safely back and forth in the URL van for all those years and your good humour in the lunch room. My condolences to Shirley and Michael for your untimely loss of a good soul.
Judy and John Coleman
Deepest condolences to you Michael and Shirley. Toms passing is such sad news but I know your many happy memories of your time with Tom will keep you strong. Judy and John Coleman
Michele
So very sorry for your loss. Tom’s sense of humour and good nature made him my hands down favourite person to come into the post office each day. He would give us a hard time about delivering his mail promptly lol and we would just give him a hard time back, which was the reaction he was hoping for. Rest In Peace Tom
Les and Chris Crosthwaite
Our heartfelt condolences to you both, Shirley and Mike.
Les, Chris and Family
Doug and Patty
So very sorry to hear. Such a nice guy with a huge heart and always fun to be around. Tom will be remembered as one of those people who made Pinawa a wonderful place to live.
Gaylord Newman
Tom and I were coworkers at AECL Pinawa. I have fond memories of Tom. He gave me the nickname Nedamanski. I appreciated his sense of humour. The Lord had been good in my life and I pray his Spirit will comfort the family at this time.
The Petras Family in Winnipeg
To Shirley and Micheal:
As you grieve the passing of your husband and father, be comforted knowing he will remain within your hearts forever and each memory of him will bring a smile to you. You are in our prayers.
Dennis and Val Lyons
Sad to hear Tommy is gone from us. Many fun memories with Tom with The Bay and the “The Bay Boys” in the early years in Pinawa. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family Shirley. The big guy will be missed.
Ray and Carol Wazney
We are sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Ray has fond memories of playing hockey and baseball with Tom in the early days of Pinawa. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Shirley and Michael.
John & Georgina Kerr
I have spent many hours sitting in a boat or on a snowmobile trip with Tom (a gentle giant) always a lot of fun. He will be missed by all who knew him ! Our thoughts are with you Shirley and Michael
Ken Kilbrei
Most sincere condolences Shirley and Mike on the the passing of truly one great “big guy”.
Tom was big in many ways with his sense of humour and friendly natural big smile.
Tom and I along with Jack Holben were a fun threesome in the 60’s working at The Bay. We enjoyed our curling days together and sharing the house on Tweedsmuir.
He certainly will be missed by all who new him.
Tom was truly one great guy.
Gail Schatzlein
Very saddened to hear of Tom’s passing. My memories of Tom go back to the olden days in Pinawa — the late sixties. I enjoyed working at the Bay, grocery section, where Tom was one of those wonderful bosses — the town got fed — and I never saw Tom boss anyone!
Sincere Condolences to Shirley and Michael.
Gail Schatzlein