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THOMAS, Charles William “Chuck”

June 19, 1934 — October 16, 2021

Chuck Thomas passed away peacefully on October 16, 2021, at the age of 87.

Chuck was predeceased by his parents, Charles & Diana Thomas; his wife and mother of his children, Patricia; and his brothers Bob and Joe.

Chuck is survived by his wife of 12 years, Evelyn, and her family; his children Charles Frederick (Petra) and Daniel (Cindy); grandchildren Ryan (Gerda), Eric, Tamara (Jacob), Dustin, and Alysha (Reece); and great-grandchildren Constance, Poppy May, and Harper Rose; his surviving brothers Sid (Loretta), Harold (Mildred), and Paul (Sherry); and many more extended family members.

Born in Mission, BC, Chuck lost his father at the tender age of 12 and, as the eldest of 6 children, he stepped up to help his mother raise his siblings, and by the age of 14 he went to work in the sawmill. The sawmill was where he worked all his life, alongside his brothers, sons, and nephews. Both the sawmill and the responsibility at home was hard work, but it helped shape him into the man he became, one of honesty and integrity.

Chuck loved going to Pressy Lake, there he built a cabin with his sons, the “Triple T Corral”. In his retirement years, on Pender Island, BC, he had more time to pursue his passions. He loved the outdoors and fishing on his boat, the “Honey Girl”. He was able to focus on his music, joined a group and played his guitar, harmonica, and sang.  He developed a love for restoring cars and worked on various projects with his sons.

He was a supportive brother, husband, father, and friend, he made the world a better place and we will all miss him dearly.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Alzheimer Society of Canada.

A Memorial Service will be held on MONDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2021, AT 2:00 PM, AT SPRINGFIELD FUNERAL HOME, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the number of attendees will be limited, if you wish to attend please click here to sign up. If you are unable to attend in person, please join the family online by Livestream (see below), a recording will be made available to view shortly thereafter.

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The service for THOMAS, Charles William “Chuck” is scheduled for MONDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2021. Below you will find the map for the service location and the contact information should you have any questions.

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  • Sarah Wibberley says:
    October 22, 2021 at 3:56 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Chuck was always ready with a warm smile and made me feel so welcome at home. A bright light in my mother’s life and our whole family.

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  • Tracey says:
    October 22, 2021 at 4:17 pm

    Flyn, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Chuck. I have so many fond memories of time spent with you both and I will always cherish those times. Please take care of yourself and let the love of your family support you through the days ahead. My love and thoughts are with you. Tracey

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  • Chrissy says:
    October 22, 2021 at 6:30 pm

    So incredibly for your loss Eric, Ryan and Tamara. Sending you light and love during this trying time.

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  • JO-ANNE HERTZOG says:
    October 22, 2021 at 7:40 pm

    Our deepest condolences Dan and Cindy.
    Love Uncle Gord and AJ

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