Homas Frederick O' LAUGHLIN

Mr. Thomas Frederick O' Laughlin November 7, 1930 - March 3, 2009 O'LAUGHLIN, Thomas Frederick 78, of Upper Tantallon, formerly of Halifax, passed away peacefully Tuesday, March 3, 2009, at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Halifax, he was a son of the late John and Frances (Goudreault) O'Laughlin. Thomas retired from the Royal Canadian Navy after 25 years of service and then went on to work for the Bank of Montreal until his retirement. He was an avid gardener, bowler and golfer. He was a member of Avon Valley Golf Club. Thomas loved to travel and spend time bowling with his grandsons. He will be sadly missed by all whose lives he touched. Surviving are sons, Gary (Michele), Dartmouth; Stephen (Mary), Upper Tantallon; grandchildren, Paula, Mark and David; great-grandchildren, Zackery, Jacob and Solphia; sister, Muriel "Toot" Casey, Halifax; several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Thomas was predeceased by his loving wife of 57 years, Lorna (Hayes), who passed away in 2008, as well as brother, John. Visitation will be held today from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Atlantic Funeral Home, 6552 Bayers Rd., Halifax. Funeral service will be held Friday, March 6, at 11 a.m. in St. Catherine's of Siena Roman Catholic Church, 6466 Bayers Rd., Halifax, Father Roberto Donato will officiate with interment to follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. Donations in memory may be made to the Victorian Order of Nurses, Halifax, or Canadian Red Cross. A big thanks to all who were involved in Tom's care during his illness. On-line condolences may be made by visiting: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com