Thomas Frank Raabe

It is with profound sorrow that we share the sudden passing of Thomas Frank Raabe on April 3rd, 2023.

He is survived by his brothers Michael (Shelley). Norbert (Kathy), sister Monica (Rob) as well as his nieces and nephews; Chelsea, Chase, Nicole, Taryn and Ryan, whom he cherished deeply.

He was predeceased by his father Kurt, and recently his mother, Brigitta.

Tom was born on May 31, 1957 and grew up in Garden City. There he attended H.C. Avery School, Jefferson Junior High and Garden City Collegiate. He graduated high school in 1975 and that same year the family moved to West St. Paul. In 1979 Tom graduated from the University of Manitoba with his Bachelor of Electrical Engineering degree.

Tom was an extremely devoted and hard-working employee who took great pride in his 37 year career as a Network Planner with the Manitoba Telephone System, from which he retired in 2015. He was always one to lend a hand and this helping spirit lead him to start his post-retirement business, Prime Renovations. None of his woodworking jobs however gave him more joy than building his home with his dad in 1985, and the passion for woodworking continued until his passing. He would often be puttering in his shop and was a Jack- of-all-trades; he could build anything and there wasn’t a project that he didn’t have a tool for!

Our brother had our dad’s spirit; passionate about things he believed in, and being a man of conviction, he wasn’t afraid to voice his thoughts about what was right, or what was wrong. He loved a good debate! Above all, he had a huge heart for those less fortunate, and prior to his passing volunteered with Siloam Mission.

Tom loved music, and was one of Bruce Springsteen’s biggest fans. One of his favourite pastimes was watching Jets games and he treasured spending time with his friends, especially long-time buddies Irv, Dean, Gerald, Len and Doug. He will be missed by many others who had the good fortune to know Tom for the kind soul he was. Tom is missed by his family beyond measure, and the void felt by his sudden loss is indescribable.

A celebration of Tom’s life will be held on Tuesday, May 30th at the Rivercrest Inn (4200 Main St., West St. Paul) from 7-9 pm. All are welcome to attend (come and go).

He will be laid to rest with his parents on May 31st at a private family ceremony.

In lieu of flowers, we ask that you honour Tom by making a donation to a Mental Health charity of your choice, or to Siloam Mission.

You will never be forgotten, dear brother, uncle and friend.

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Thomas Frank Raabe

We are heartbroken to announce the tragic and sudden passing of our brother, Tom Raabe.

Further obituary to follow.

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Thomas George Munn

Our family is saddened to announce passing of our dad, granddad, great granddad, brother and friend Thomas George Munn on December 31, 2022.

George was born in Winnipeg June 29, 1947 to Thomas and Alice Munn. He attended St. James Collegiate and married Louise (nee :Peterkin) in 1968. They were together 53 years. He worked hard to provide for his family and there was nothing he wouldn’t do for his daughters or his grandkids.

He is reunited with his wife Louise, daughter Rochelle and granddaughter Hanna and his parents Thomas and Alice.

He leaves behind to remember,  his sister Sharon Sadowy (Kevin and Heather), daughters Michelle (Rob) , Nicole (Sean) and son in law Brennan, grandkids Donovan (Bethany), Madison, Sarah, Alexis, Conar, Anne and AbbyGayle and great grandchildren Ryleigh and Carter.  

Special thank you to the amazing nursing staff and doctors at Betel Home Selkirk for their care to both our mom and dad in the past year especially to Jamie and Arlene who my dad once called his girlfriend lol. 

Private interment to be held in the spring. 

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Thomas (Tom) Beverly Orum Sr.

On Sunday, April 29, 2022, Tom passed away in Gull Lake, MB.

Tom loved his family and his time spent at Gull Lake. Tom and Martha built their home and retired out at the lake around 1992. He loved spending time at Assiniboine Downs and South Beach Casino for a meal and night out with his family.

Tom leaves to mourn his daughters; Kim (Myles) and Pam, daughter-in-law Johnna, granddaughters Justine and Jackie, great grandchildren; Roman, Dani, Ryder and Ty as well as numerous other family members and friends. While he leaves us on earth to mourn his passing, he has been reunited with his wife Martha, son Tom Jr, his parents and other family members.

Tom started his career as a Winnipeg Firefighter on July 16, 1958, being promoted to Lieutenant on December 23, 1984, Captain on March 27, 1988 and then District Chief on December 26, 1993. After 36 years on the force Tom retired as District Chief on November 13, 1994.

We would like to send a very heartfelt thanks to the ambulance team and the RCMP officers who responded to our call and tried their best.

There will be a celebration of life on May 15, 2022 from 1-4pm at Stead Community Centre , Stead, MB.

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