Posts to the tribute of Tom Sears

Sine MacKinnon planted 3 trees in memory of Tom Sears
Monday, June 19, 2023
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Your love & respect flows so forcefully & clearly from your fathers evocative obit. You are all testaments to his character, part of his fine legacy.
Carlie MacKenzie McDonald posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, June 25, 2023
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I am so sorry to hear about Tom's passing!! My thoughts and prayers are with all his family in this time of sadness!! Shirley & Tom were very kind to my mother Emily, she worked for them for years, & thought the world of them!! Hugs & love Carlie MacKenzie McDonald (& Emily MacKenzie) ❤️❤️
Eileen and Bob MacDonald donated to R.K. MACDONALD NURSING HOME CORPORATION
Monday, June 19, 2023
Wendell & Keah Schurman posted a condolence
Sunday, June 18, 2023
To the Sears Family: Our sincere sympathy to you on the passing of your father Tom. May the many fond memories of his well lived life with you all, give comfort and peace at this most difficult time. Having grown up on Highland Drive, it was always a great attraction to all the "guys" on the street when Tom would show us his new "convertible car" with the top down! — Wendell & Keah Schurman
Stephen Jewkes donated to R.K. MACDONALD NURSING HOME CORPORATION
Sunday, June 18, 2023
Florence Boudreau -Jesso posted a condolence
Saturday, June 17, 2023
Our Deepest Condolences the family.I have a fond memory of a beautiful visit at their home in Jim Town , I will always cherish that visit .they were truly special people. Sincere condolences Florence Boudreau -jesso
Edie Shaw-Ewald posted a condolence
Friday, June 16, 2023
Dear Carrie (thank God it's a girl), Shannon and family, So very sad to hear that your father has passed away. What a wonderful life he had! Such a constant and positive presence in the community. I remember one day at the Keppoch in the 70's, a crew of us were 'bombing' down the Rendezvous without a lot of finesse or control. Your Dad noticed us and decided to provide an impromptu, much needed ski lesson. He led us to the Lullaby and told us to follow him down the hill. I can still picture him, gracefully floating and gliding back and forth down the hill. We picked up a few valuable skiing tips that day - but as an adult, I look back on it as a life lesson in the importance of community and how 'it takes a village to raise a child'. Your Dad was an Antigonish legend. Love, Edie
David Graham posted a condolence
Thursday, June 15, 2023
Garrett, Sean and all of the Sears family, I have fond memories of both of your parents at Jimtown and Highland Drive. I remember your father as very kind and interesting but his obituary highlights that he was much more. Community minded and ‘renaissance man’ capture some of his other wonderful characteristics. Please accept condolences from Nancy and I on your loss. Sincerely, David Graham
Peter Whitmee donated to R.K. MACDONALD NURSING HOME CORPORATION
Thursday, June 15, 2023
To A.J., Anita and family members. Our heartfelt condolences to you all on the passing of your Dad. Tom"Skipper" , certainly lived a full and accomplished life in his 94 years! Peter & Sharon
Sue O'Brien posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I remember him from Keppoch days. It was his patience, encouragement and kindness which finally enabled me to stay upright in those GLM classes. Not a natural athlete, I did have to repeat the course, but through Tom's persistent support I spent many marvellous hours on all the trails (except Blotter). Thank you Tom. Condolences to all his family. Sue O'Brien
Pierre and Elizabeth (mac Pherson) Venedam posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Paul and Alison Sims posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Our sincerest condolences to the Sears family. I will remember him pulling in the driveway in the latest model car, his generosity in teaching us how to water ski and sail and the occasional lone sound of his trumpet drifting across Jimtown in the evening. Paul and Alison Sims
Yvonne Sampson posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
To A.J. And the family, Condolences to all of you on the loss of your dad. Yvonne & Leonard Sampson, Havre Boucher.
Sandy maclean posted a condolence
Monday, June 12, 2023
To the sears family Sorry to hear of Tom’s passing,please accept our sincere condolences.Enjoyed working with him for 3 years,he taught me everything I know about “top kicks”.Happy I was able to visit him at the nursing home two years ago.May he Rest In Peace Sincerely Sandy and Deanna Maclean Inverness.
Jim Mah posted a condolence
Monday, June 12, 2023
Dear AJ, Tommy, Garrett, My condolences to you and your families, Our heartfelt condolence for the loss of your father. May God bless your dad with eternal peace. Jim Mah (Mary Ann)
Joe Boudreau posted a condolence
Monday, June 12, 2023
Dear A.J., Anita, Shawn and extended family, Our sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad, he was a wonderful human being and a great neighbour. Sending prayers to each of you, Rose & Joe Boudreau
Env Health & Food Safety Branch, NS Environment and Climate Change donated to R.K. MACDONALD NURSING HOME CORPORATION
Monday, June 12, 2023
To Carrie and family, We were so sorry to hear about the passing of your dear father Tom. How you've chosen to remember him with the choice of your charity is a fitting tribute to him - to support those who supported him and his family over the last number of years. Our deepest sympathies.
Brent MacDougall posted a condolence
Monday, June 12, 2023
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing, many fond memories growing up on Highland Drive. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Brent MacDougall
trish posted a condolence
Sunday, June 11, 2023
Condolences to all the family. Trish and Mike Hassin
Monica Joe White posted a condolence
Sunday, June 11, 2023
Sending our condolences on the passing of your dear dad. Prayers & Peace to you all! Joe & Monica White
Beth Hodder posted a condolence
Sunday, June 11, 2023
My sincere condolences to AJ Tommy Garrett and all the Sears family.Your dad certainly was impossible kindness and gentle approach.He was well liked by my late husband myself and our family.Rest In Peace Tom
Terry Foley posted a condolence
Sunday, June 11, 2023
Tom Sears - a true gentleman! He was a interesting conversationist and a very astute businessman. He gave me my first job pumping gas at Eastern Auto. I remember him as a man who played the trumpet and loved jazz. I remember him too as a master mariner and an avid skier both, on the water and on the ski slopes. He certainly was impressive around a barbeque and my family and I experienced his skill on several occasions. He will be deeply missed by all the Foleys. My deepest condolences to A.J. Tommy, Garret, Sean, Shannon and Carrie. Terry Foley
Elliott Anderson - Grand Knight, council 1105 posted a condolence
Sunday, June 11, 2023
On behalf of the Knights of Columbus, Council 1105; we would like to offer our condolences to the family of Tom Sears. We would also like to acknowledge his work and contribution to the Council over the years. Tom was our oldest surviving member. Rest if Peace Tom!
Jean Galbraith posted a condolence
Sunday, June 11, 2023
I really enjoyed the memorial video. Wonderful tribute to a very full life. Jean Galbraith (Mac Donald)
John Sims donated to R.K. MACDONALD NURSING HOME CORPORATION
Saturday, June 10, 2023
In memory of Tom, his generosity, and the lasting memories he gave us of Jimtown - John, Rose, Mary Ann, Emily and Liam Sims
Chris Lewis posted a condolence
Saturday, June 10, 2023
My condolence on Tom's passing. I'll never forget how kind he was to pick me up in the little Fierro and give me a lift to catch the bus to vocational school. So kind. He will be missed.
Sandy and Carolyn Novak posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, June 10, 2023
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Condolences to the family on Tom's passing
Eileen Foley Biggs posted a condolence
Saturday, June 10, 2023
My sincere condolences to you all. Your father was an important person in my early life. I have very positive memories of him - of Christmas dinners together with your family and of living on the same street. Your dad was kind to me; even when I was very young he would speak to me with respect and interest which was unusual from an adult in those days. One of my earliest memories is taking a trip to Cape Breton with your parents when I was only 3 or 4 years old. Thanks to him, we were able to take up down-hill skiing. I am grateful for the memories of your wonderful parents. Eileen Foley Biggs
Joey O'Brien posted a condolence
Saturday, June 10, 2023
I wish to share a story my dad (Chuck O'Brien) told me of how he and Tom brought water skiing to Antigonish. They had seen water skiing on movie preambles and being skilled snow skiers thought " how hard could this be? They bought a boat ( I forget who got one 1st, but I do recall dad building one in the basement) and took it to lachaber lake to learn. Dad agreed to try to ski 1st. They rolled out the rope and dad stood 5 feet from the edge of the lake and said "hit it". After scraping the dirt off himself he realized he needed to be closer to the water. He stood in the water up to his ankles. Hit it! Upon further discussion they agreed he needed to be in deeper water. He waded out until he was chest deep. But his skis were on the bottom of the lake. Hit it! They agreed deeper water was necessary. It was agreed that Tom should try it. If you recall that is a very deep lake. When Tom said "Hit it"... his ski were pointed down, not tips up. Dad recalled watching the ropes angle go deeper and deeper, as Tom was determined to try to pull on his feet to change the angle of the skis to rise to the surface. He eventually let go of the handle and swum to the surface. After this they determined you had to start with the tips out of the water. The result - everyone in the town and county were offered to learn for the next few decades.
Sheila Foley McMullin posted a condolence
Saturday, June 10, 2023
Dear Carrie, AJ, Tommy, Garrett, Sean, and Shannon It's always sad when family members pass away. I remember when your dad and Aunt Shirley used to spend Christmas morning with us - until both the Foley and Sears families got so big that it became kind of impractical. I remember your father teaching us the basics of water skiing and the excitement I felt when I could finally remain upright for longer than 20 seconds! He was such a patient, interesting teacher. How lucky I was to have lived down the street from the kindest of uncles. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Sheila (Foley) McMullin
Ken Langley posted a condolence
Saturday, June 10, 2023
Very sorry to hear of the Skipper's passing. My condolences. Some great memories, especially Jim Town.
Mike MacDonald posted a condolence
Saturday, June 10, 2023
"Impossible kindness" sums it up for me. Antigonish and the world have lost one of the great ones. My condolences from the moutains of Mexico to all of the Sears family.
Irma Bonner Swales posted a condolence
Saturday, June 10, 2023
A lovely tribute to Tom and the word Renaissance so apt to his character Safe Sailing Tom Irma
Peter McCully posted a condolence
Saturday, June 10, 2023
An inspirational life, an example for all.
Marie Noseworthy posted a condolence
Saturday, June 10, 2023
Oh Carrie, what a beautiful tribute to your dad! He must have been such an inspiration to you and your family. So sorry for your loss, hugs.
Tommy posted a condolence
Saturday, June 10, 2023
Sorry to hear of your dad’s passing ,always enjoyed doing business with him.He was a great man.Our condolences Tommy and Shelley Hayne
Faye Mc Kenna Steeves posted a condolence
Friday, June 9, 2023
Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing . He is now with Shirley in Heaven
Cooke Aquaculture posted a condolence
Friday, June 9, 2023
Management and Staff of Cooke Aquaculture would like to express our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family at this time.
A Memorial Tree was planted for Tom Sears
Friday, June 9, 2023
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at MacIsaac Funeral Home LTD