Bonnema, Tom, M.Div., P.Eng
April 13th, 2020
1934 ~ 2020
Passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord, on Monday, April 13th, 2020. Tom touched many lives as a friend, parent, grandparent, son, brother and uncle. Tom’s life is celebrated by his children, David and Cathy (Rick); his grandchildren, Adam, Jessica, Laura and Matthew; his sister, Lieke (Paul); and many nieces and nephews in Holland. Born in Gabon, Africa, Tom finished high school in Curacao, completed his BSc (Eng) at Queen’s University, MSc (Eng) at University of Toronto, and a PhD (Eng) from Purdue University. Tom touched the lives of thousands of university students in his 35-year teaching career as an Engineering professor at the University of Western Ontario and as a student advocate and academic counsellor while Associate Dean. Upon retirement, Tom attended Huron University College and completed a Master of Divinity degree. He was called to serve his community as a priest with the Anglican Church. The family would like to thank Dr. Cheryl Smits, whose patience and compassion was endless. A heartfelt thank you to the staff at Fiddick’s Nursing Home in Petrolia and Oakcrossing Retirement Living in London, for their dignified care and kindness in supporting Tom and his family. A private burial has taken place. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Tom are asked to consider organizations Tom supported over the years: Mission Services of London – Men’s Mission, The Salvation Army – Adult Day Program or the London Food Bank. The family is appreciative of the assistance received by the staff at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL during this time.
Charitable donations may be made to:
Mission Services of London – Men’s Mission
The Salvation Army – Adult Day Program
London Food Bank
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April 13th 2020
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Bonnema Tom Div PEng April 13th 2020..
Décès pour la Ville:London, Province: Ontario