Tom Chisholm
1950-2020
Tom Chisholm – 69, Truro, passed away Monday, June
22, 2020, at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro, following a
brief but determined struggle against cancer. Born in
Halifax, he was the son of the late Aubrey and Sadie (MacArthur)
Chisholm.
Tom grew up in Digby and then in Kingston. He attended Royal
Military College in St. Jean, QC, Acadia University, and St. Francis
Xavier University, graduating in 1975. Tom spent his career in
surgical and medical equipment sales, and was Maritime Manager for
Stryker Canada at the time of his retirement. He spent much of his
career travelling the Maritime Provinces but was always grateful to
return home to Truro.
Following his retirement, Tom served as Councillor (Ward II)
for the town of Truro, from 2012 until the time of his passing, and
most recently also served as Deputy Mayor. He worked tirelessly to
make our town an even better place to live. Tom was particularly proud
to support the new library and Civic Square.
Tom never did anything halfway. His cooking was legendary,
most notably his brown sugar fudge which he shared far and wide. He
loved his food spicy, his beer cold, his stereo loud, and his gardens
meticulous. He always welcomed friends and family to his historic home
to share a gourmet meal and a friendly debate. His
big personality and even bigger heart will be sorely missed by
many.
In addition to his wife of 47 years, Carmel, he is survived
by his daughters, Colene (Stephen Frew) and Kerry (Rod MacKinnon),
both currently of Truro; beloved granddaughter, Sadie Frew; grandpup,
Cubby. He is also survived by his siblings, Debby Bezanson (Steve),
White’s Corner; Katherine Sandford (Greg), Halls Harbour;
Rod Chisholm, Chester Basin. Along with his parents, he was
predeceased by his sister, Pat (Stewart) Keddy (Halifax). He is
treasured by his in-laws, Melvin Chisholm, Halifax; Deborah (the late
Don) Beban, Victoria, British Columbia; Faye Chisholm, Vancouver,
British Columbia; Amy Chisholm (Sandy Melitides), Halifax. He is also
survived by ten nieces and nephews.
Tom and his family are grateful for the support of his many
friends and colleagues, and for the excellent medical attention he
received. The family is also grateful to MacQuarries Pharmasave and
MacQuarries Home Health Care Centre for their kindness and
compassion.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a celebration of Tom’s life
will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be
made to a charity of choice.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall –
Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. Private messages of
condolence may be sent to the family by viewing Tom’s
obituary on-line and selecting « Send A Condolence »
at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
« Right behind you,
I see the millions,
On you, I see the
glory,
From you, I get
opinions,
From you, I get the
story. »
Tommy – The Who
19502020
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Tom Chisholm 19502020..
Décès pour la Ville: Truro, Province: Nova Scotia