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Arnold Nancy Laura Sarah Taylor posted a condolence
Monday, March 18, 2024
To Nancy, Troy, Mike, DJ, Finesse, Oliver & DJ children & Families,
We are heartbroken to hear about Tom. Our Community has lost a huge sports figure, educator, coach, mentor, true friend. Arnold & I worked together with Tom at STM as Colleagues. Always enjoyed our chats, laughs, visits, gatherings with Tom & Nancy. Tom was very proud of his Family as was evident at the gym, fields, games, tournaments. Always there to give a helping hand & coaching tips & encouragement. Tom was very good at Carpentry Projects. Loved helping out people. Enjoyed working with Tom at the Final 12 NBIAA Event for several years as Tom was our Captain- so much FUN- Nancy made Chili, Troy helped out, Mike would be there with FHS Boys B-ball, DJ getting things done- everyone working together. Easy to work with Tom always. He always made you feel great & important. THat's a true leader.
Laura & Sarah had the honor of being taught by Tom at STM. How lucky were they. Rest easy Tom. We'll 'keep an eye' on Nancy for you. Love you very much & miss you already xo
Arnold Nancy Laura & Sarah Taylor
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Patty Black posted a condolence
Saturday, March 16, 2024
Our deepest condolences to Nancy and family on the loss of such a wonderful man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Paul and Judy Riley
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Garth Wade posted a condolence
Friday, March 15, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Tom was an exceptional individual, an excellent teacher, coach and mentor. I learned so much from him working together at numerous basketball camps. He will be missed.
Garth Wade
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Jeff Melanson posted a condolence
Friday, March 15, 2024
To the King family:
I too was fortunate enough to have had Mr. King as my gym teacher at St.Rose school , we would get there early in the morning and head to the gym just to hear stories of the game he played the night before at Memorial Field as a member of the Saint John Dodgers, it didn't matter that I had gone to the game also , it was like he was our Magor Leaguer. R.I.P. Mr.King.
Jeff Melanson
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John Keating posted a condolence
Friday, March 15, 2024
My condolences to the King family . I have very fond memories of Phys Ed and after school sports with Mr. King at Saint Rose school in the early 80’s . Saw him a few times over the years and he insisted on just calling him Tom,, hard to to when he was so respected ,,, RIP Tom
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Jack Fynn posted a condolence
Friday, March 15, 2024
Please accept my most heartfelt condolences on Tom's passing. He was one of the best athletes and all around nice guys I have ever met. I really enjoyed Sunday Basketball Games with all the old boys and I made it a point to be on Tom's Team. I will miss his smile and laugh as I know many many others will. Rest in Peace Big Guy!
Jack Fynn
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Krista Sheaves posted a condolence
Friday, March 15, 2024
Nancy, Deanna and Family,
Sending my deepest condolences for your loss. Thinking of you all.
Krista
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GLENNA GYURKO posted a condolence
Friday, March 15, 2024
Nancy and Family. I am very sorry for your loss. He was a Great man.
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Pat & Corinne Devlin posted a condolence
Friday, March 15, 2024
To understand Tom's enthusiasm for life you had to see him on a Tee Ball Field instructing 4 and 5 year-olds how to catch a ball like an alligator. Every child wanted to be on Tom and Nancy's team. We will miss him.
Pat & Corinne Devlin
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Nancy Steele posted a condolence
Friday, March 15, 2024
I have many wonderful memories while teaching with Tom at STM . His dedication to all students to be the best they could be was so evident every day. My sincere condolences to Tom’s family during this most difficult time.
Nancy Steele
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Darlene Cosman posted a condolence
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Nancy and family. Sincerely sorry for your loss. Tom was a wonderful man from all accounts. May your many memories of a long life together sustain you at this difficult time. Donna,Clint, Pat and Darlene MacDougall.
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Mike McCaustlin posted a condolence
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Although I hadn’t seen Tom is a number of years, I still have fond memories of the Little League years with our boys and the conversations we shared about education and teaching. He certainly was a well respected coach, teacher, friend and family man. My condolences to his family.
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Bob and Dianne Maloney posted a condolence
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Nancy, Troy, Mike and your families, so sorry to hear about Tom's passing, he was not only a great teammate, friend, but a class act all the way. Condolences to all of you, our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times, RIP Tom,
Bob Maloney
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Ed Macdermaid posted a condolence
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Tom King was a class act as a highly respected baseball player, teacher and friend. My sincere condolences to his family. Ed MacDermaid
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Linda and Pat Witzell posted a condolence
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Nancy, Troy and Mike,
Pat and I were very surprised of Tom's passing. He was a great friend to both of us. His Kindness towards people was a testament to his being a great person to know.
Linda and Pat Witzell
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Laura Bonnell posted a condolence
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Mr Kings family Tom coached and taught me at Saint Rose in 1985, that beautiful man was so patient and kind. Tom didn’t know my Dad but he went to my Dads funeral in 1985 you were blessed if have good memories of Tom God bless and take care Laura Bonnell
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Mike McEvoy posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Dear Mrs.King & Family,
I met Tom, many times over the course of our phys ed careers, He was always positive, with a great sense of humor., it made you feel good, just to be around him.
He was a fine role model for his many students, over the years.
He left us with many wonderful memories to cherish. Tom was first class !!
With deepest sympathy
Mike McEvoy
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Heather Zinck posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
My deepest condolences to the King family.
Tom was a lovely, kind and generous person and educator.
I’m deeply saddened to hear of his passing.
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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Aunt Nancy, Troy, Mike and famlies,
It is a sad time for so many as we mourn the loss of such Legend of a man.
He made such an impact on my life and on so many others with his enthusiasm, wisdom and genuine love of life. Reading all the posts over the last few days from people expressing their sympathy is a true testament of how much of a legacy he has left in this world.
He was a devoted family man, educator and coach. A man with such a genuine heart and kind soul. He was very high on my list of most favorite people in my life and I'm going to miss him deeply. It was qualities in him that I looked for in the man I chose to marry, and the way I raised my son. Qualities of a good man, good to the core.
Loving and admiring someone so much makes it so hard when you lose them, but he was a gift in my life who's memory will continue to bring me joy.
Love you Uncle Tom. You Sir, were a gentleman and a scholar.
Shelly Pye
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Eileen Blizzard (Creamer) posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Mr. King had a very special way about him that left a lasting impact on his students and he remains one of my favourite memories from my time at St. Mac’s. Sending lots of love to all of his families (personal, academic and athletic) for their loss.
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Peter McGuire posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
My condolences to the entire King family. I remember when Tom arrived in Saint John and first worked as recreational director for the village of Renforth one summer. I was only 10 at the time but always remained friendly with him through the years. He made an impression on me and many others in our pre-teen years. He will be missed.
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Chris Stanton posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
It would take twenty pages for me to say how many wonderful memories I have of Tom. I cherished every day working with him and Dave at St. Malachy's. The three of us laughed together every day. Whenever I needed help or advice on a home renovation project, Tom was the 1st person I'd call. He came to my house and took the lead on a couple dozen of my projects, yet every time, he refused to take a dime when I offered to pay for his work. My deepest condolences go out to Nancy, Mike, Troy and the rest of Tom's family. I have never met a more well liked and respected man than Tom King. My life has been enriched by my friendship with him. I love you Tom. I hope you are resting in peace. Yours was a life well lived.
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Gerry Travis posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Our condolences Troy to all the family for your loss. Gerry and Joan Travis
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Clint Hamilton posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Dear Nancy, Mike and family. So sorry to hear of the passing of Tom. I will remember a wonderful man who always showed up with a smile and was quick with that quick laugh. The times that we coached together at RNS BB camp I could see his deep commitment and care for the kids under his watch- his coaching came from a genuine sense of wanting to make the players experience as enjoyable as ever- equipping them with skills and understanding and always making it fun. Tom's commitment to his family was always on display. The pride he had in watching his son "Kinger" as a Team NB'er or V Red was so evident and always with Nancy, who he so obviously adored, at his side. I have no doubt that Tom was both proud and fulfilled watching his son develop into a committed and successful coach- with the players always at the fore- and the buttons on his shirt could not contain the pride he had in watching grandson Oliver play with pure energy and passion for the sports he loved.
Mike- your Dad will forever be watching and smiling over you on the sideline and in the dugout. You will hold cherished memories and many learnings from an incredible dad and coach.
Nancy and family- may fond memories and the love of family be a blessing at this difficult time.
With deep condolences,
Clint and Lorraine Hamilton
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Bill and Brenda James posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Nancy,Troy,Mike and family Bill and I are so very sorry to hear of Toms passing.Hold onto the great memories you shared together.RIP Tom.
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Marjorie (Little) McLeod posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
My sincere condolences to my friend Nancy who has lost the love of her life. Tom was the anchor that held everyone together, his laughter and personality drew people to him. He was loved by many, family, friends, co-workers and students alike. Whether it was pitching a ball game, taking on one of his many carpentry projects or manning the grill for a family get together he gave it his all. To his son’s Troy and Mike, he was a proud Dad and could always be counted on. Wonderful grandfather. He will be missed and remembered by all that had the privilege to know him. Rest in peace Tom .
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Adam Hachey posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
I would like to extend my condolences to Mr. King's family during this time. He was one of my teachers at Saint Malachy's when I first started High School in 2002 and was one of the better teachers I had. RIP Mr. King
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Andrew Keleher posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Larissa and I are saddened to hear the news of Tom's passing. Thinking of Nancy, Troy, Mike, and the rest of the family during this time. I was a student and colleague of Tom's and always enjoyed our conversations and interactions. He was one of those rare gems who could make those around him feel better. Loved talking baseball with him, too. RIP, Tom.
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Debbie and Paul King posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Please accept our deepest condolences to you, Nancy, Mike, Troy and family. Tom was a wonderfull individual who always gave 100% of himself to everyone he came in contact with. We first met the King family through our children who went to kindergarten together. Through the many years Tom gave of himself throughout his knowledge of sports especially in baseball. Tom was a “Builder”. He took the time to individually teach, talk, & train the children and give them the knowledge and confidence to fulfill their future accomplishments. I know this first hand as Tom challenged my son to be “the best he could be”! Tom was a Great man. His memory will live on!
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Al Rouse posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Diane and I were saddened to learn of Tom's passing. Nancy, Troy, Mike, and families, we send our sincere condolences. He was a wonderful teacher, coach, and colleague. Tom was a warm, positive individual with a heart of gold. He had a profound impact on the school and everyone who came to know him. "He was a Saint and couldn't be prouder...". RIP my friend. God's speed. May his memory be a blessing and comfort to all who mourn his passing.
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MELISSA HICKEY posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Mr. King's passing. I was in the opposite Phys. Ed. class but we shared the gym on Friday's and he and I would have many chats. He was always encouraging me to keep going, despite my accident prone nature, and that I could accomplish anything. He always had a smile and a positive word for me in all my years at STM. When I started teaching a few years later, he was still Mr. King to me, despite insisting that I could now call him Tom. He was one of a kind and will be sorely missed by many. I send my sincerest condolences and keep the family in my prayers. May he rest in peace.
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Neil & Ruby Lydon posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
All who knew Tom King, family, friends, colleagues and athletes were enriched by his presence. You will be in our hearts for a long time, Godspeed Tom!
Neil & Ruby Lydon
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Ralph Chambers posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
My condolences to Nancy, Troy, Mike and your families.
One of the very best.
Tom was the ultimate team mate. It was a lot easier to
play with him then it was against him.
Rest in peace Tom;
Ralph Chambers
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Roy Giggey posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
My thoughts and prayers go out to Troy and the entire King family in their time of need. I was recently talking to Troy about his dad and you could see his face light up. May you R.I.P Tom
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Paul and Cheryl Maillet posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Nancy, Troy, Mike and families. We spent many hours on the basketball court with him. A wonderful man and a great teacher for so many. May you take comfort in the memories you shared.
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Kathy Tompkins posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Condolences to Tom's family and friends. I was a former colleague when I taught at STM. May the memories of life together carry you through the difficult days ahead. He will be missed. RIP
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Jennifer Chapafos posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Very Sad to see Mr. King passed away. I’d say he was my favourite teacher sending lots of love to his family
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Jim Vasilopoulos posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Tom King was a gentle giant and was class personified. I was one of the lucky few to have him as a phys Ed teacher in Jr High at Saint Rose as well as a student in many of his pitching clinics. He was by far my favourite educator as an adolescent You sure didn't want to be on the wrong end of a volleyball slung at 80 mph landing a foot from your head purposely if you weren't paying attention let me tell you..He really was the nicest, nicest man. A true icon of our city! Lots of love to Troy Mikey and Mrs King...I'm so sorry for your loss!
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Rose Jaillet posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Sending my deepest condolences to Nancy and Family during this most difficult time.
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Lewis & Peggy Burke dQrBt posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
So sorry for the loss of your father
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Dave Whipple posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Our condolences to Nancy Troy Mike and family on Tom's passing. An awful lot of kids growing up in the nineties in west Saint John owe a great amount of gratitude to Tom for his knowledge and coaching abilities in baseball basketball and in life.
RIP TOM
Dave and JoAnne Whipple
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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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So sorry to hear the passing of Tom. So many great memories from baseball. My first coach and one of the best. A great human being and will be missed. My deepest condolences to Nancy, Mike and family.
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Beth posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Dear Mike, Katie, Oliver and family.
Our sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad. He was an incredible role model and gentleman. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Beth and Phil Wright
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Kathy Tedford A posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
I am so sorry to learn of Tom's passing, Nancy, may God comfort you at this time.
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Brian Daley posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Played golf a few times in Hampton. Very sorry for your loss. RIP
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Kevin J Gormley posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
My sincere condolences Nancy and Family.
No one can fill the emptiness that Tom has left in your life, but may his kind and gentle spirit live on bringing you strength during this sorrowful time and beyond.
Kevin Gormley
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Carl White posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
I want to wish Nancy and her Family nothing but Peace and Love during this heart wrenching time! Tom was one of the best and I had the great pleasure of working with him for one season as his Assistant Coach at St. Malachy's!
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Gail and Paul Cutler posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Nancy... Gail and I are shocked and saddened to learn of Tom's passing. I met and got to know Tom when he began teaching at SMMHS. I always found him to be a quiet, capable and friendly " straight shooting" kind of guy . Hold onto the memories of the Good Times of your lives together and rest assured that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers throughout the coming weeks ... God Bless .
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Paul Hill posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
So sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. My condolences to Nancy and Tom’s children. Tom was an excellent teacher and was well thought of by his fellow teachers and students alike. Tom was a wonderful coach and instructor who had the ability to get the best out of each player. His players in turn, gave him all they had. He always strove for excellence.
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Kevin Hooley posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
My deepest condolences to all the family. I have many fond memories of leaning and being coached by “Mr.King” at Saint Rose. He will be missed by so many.
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