Thomas Joseph HORGAN

HORGAN, Thomas Joseph - Peacefully at home in Kingston, on Friday, January 25, 2008. Tom remained positive throughout his year-long struggle with cancer. His perseverance throughout his journey served as an inspiration to us all. Tom is survived by Brenda (nee Knight) his loving wife of 46 years, his daughter Salinda and son-in-law Neil, and his “wonderful little boys” grandsons Reid and Garret Hopkins. Also survived by his brothers Dave (Norie) Grier and Jim (Doreen) Greer of Montreal, and sister Rita Grier of Vancouver. Tom is pre- deceased by sisters Patricia May Horgan of Montreal, Betty Simpson of Mirfield, England, and brother Timothy Horgan of Dublin, Ireland. Fondly remembered by mother-in law Viola Knight and brothers-in law Don (Linda) Knight and Dennis (Joanne) Knight of Meaford, and survived by many nieces, nephews and extended family. Tom was born in Montreal on December 24th 1939 to Thomas Joseph Horgan Sr. and Rita Anna Donohue. Tom joined the military (Lord Strathcona's Horse - RC) at the age of 17. During Tom's five tours of duty in Europe, he experienced many new adventures and embraced the opportunity to travel to new countries, and made numerous life long friends. He had a successful career and retired as a Royal Canadian Dragoon at the rank of Sgt. Major. Since 1993, Tom enjoyed a lengthy retirement in Kingston with his wife, daughter, and grandsons. He served as president of the Canadian Cancer Society (Kingston chapter) and was an active member of the Royal Canadian Dragoons (Kingston chapter). He was active in his retirement; playing badminton, swimming, travelling with his wife, and kayaking with his grandson, Reid. Funeral and memorial arrangements to be announced. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Canadian Cancer Society or Cancer Centre of South Eastern Ontario at KGH would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to JAMES REID FUNERAL HOME, Cataraqui Chapel (1900 John Counter Boulevard). 10972428