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THOMAS, Mark Joseph –
It is with extreme sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Mark Joseph Thomas on February 22, 2023, at the age of 59. Loving husband and best friend to Catharine Whitmell-Thomas. Proud and loving father to Steven Whitmell, Jeffrey Whitmell (Cathy Williamson), Gregory Whitmell (Jeni Sas), Alyssa Whitmell and Brittany Thomas. Treasured grandfather to Ella and Blake Whitmell. Cherished son to Loretta Thomas. Devoted brother to Joscelyn Balazic (Alan) and loving uncle to their children Timothy, Alexander and Abigail. Mark meant the world to so many extended family members. Loving son-in-law to Mary Santin and Donald Nichol. He will be greatly missed by Frances McDonald (Rodney), Gino Santin (Liz Livingston), Michael Santin, Marlene Santin (Bruce Kirby), and his many nieces and nephews who were an important part of his life, Andrew McDonald (Lesley-Anne Davis), Laura Holden (Steven), Nicole Moran, Michael Santin and Marissa Santin. Loving great uncle to AnnaMarie Holden and Joseph McDonald. He will be greatly missed by his adored family pets Archie, Joey and Harley. He will also be missed by all his friends and extended family.
Mark was highly skilled and worked as an Industrial Millwright Mechanic for over twenty years. In 2018, he went back to school and successfully completed a Diploma in the Registered Home Inspector Program at Conestoga College and soon after he fulfilled his lifelong dream of becoming a college professor after being hired at Sheridan College in the School of Skilled Trades, where he will be greatly missed by many colleagues and students. More recently, Mark taught Millwright courses at the School of Hospitality and Culinary Arts at Conestoga College in Kitchener which he greatly enjoyed. Teaching was not work for Mark, it was his passion and his students benefited from his patience and dedication to student success. He was also known for his love of motorcycles, wood working, antique restoration, and the beautiful landscaping designs he proudly created. Over the years, many family members, friends, animals and even strangers were on the receiving end of Mark’s kindness. His absence will be felt by more people than can be mentioned.
Resting at Gilbert MacIntyre and Son Funeral Home, Dublin Chapel, 252 Dublin St. N, ON, where the family invites friends and relatives to join for a visitation on Friday, March 3, 2023 from 2:00pm – 5:00pm followed by a Funeral Service in the Dublin Chapel beginning at 5pm. A reception will take place in the Dublin Fellowship Lounge following the service. For those wishing to join virtually, the service will be lived streamed on the internet via ZOOM. Link to follow below.
As expressions of sympathy and to honour Mark’s dedication to student success, donations to education initiatives such as Apprenticeship Training Programs at Sheridan College or the School of School of Hospitality and Culinary Arts at Conestoga College would be appreciated by the family. Donations can be made by cash or cheque at the funeral home or online following the links below.
www.sheridancollege.ca/support/donate
www.conestogacommunity.ca/donate-now
Wednesday February 22nd 2023
Death notice for the town of: Guelph, Province: Ontario
death notice Mark Joseph Thomas Wednesday February 22nd 2023
obituaries notice Mark Joseph Thomas Wednesday February 22nd 2023
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Mark Joseph Thomas Wednesday February 22nd 2023 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
