Obituary for Thomas John Brannan
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas John Brannan.
Thomas passed away peacefully at the Southlake Residential Care Village in Newmarket on Sunday, July 4, 2021 in his 82nd year. Loving husband to Edith (nee Philp) of 58 years. Beloved father of Sandra (Dave), Pauline (Dave), Thomas (Angela) and Kevin (Vina). Proud grandfather of Michael, Jack, Matthew, Laura, Shannon (Nick), Charlene, and Bryle. Survived by his sisters Sadie, Marie, and Patsy. Son of the late John Brannan and Mary Devlin.
Thomas and Edith were married on September 1, 1962. They immigrated to Canada with their two daughters in October, 1966. They lived in Scarborough before moving their family to Newmarket in 1971.
Thomas served his apprenticeship at The Mirrlees Watson Co Ltd in Scotland and then joined the Millwrights Local 2309 shortly after arriving in Canada.
He was an avid soccer player, coach and referee. He played for various soccer teams including the annual Scotland v. England game in his hometown of Newmarket. He coached his sons throughout their minor soccer leagues and also contributed to the soccer leagues being a referee.
Thomas was a dedicated fan of the Glasgow Celtic Football Club, while also being a regular and well-loved member of the Aurora Celtic Supporters Club.
Thomas was a devoted husband, terrific father, and an amazing Grampie. He was loved by family and friends and will be missed dearly. Thomas inspired everyone he knew and had a huge heart. He was incredibly selfless and was always putting others first before himself. His laugh was contagious and he never failed to put a smile on our faces with his great sense of humour and wee daft jokes.
He will live on forever in our hearts.
A visitation will take place on Sunday, July 11,2021 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. S., Newmarket, Ontario.
If you would like to attend, please RSVP via email at rsvp@roadhouseandrose.com or by phone, 905-895-6631. You must indicate your preferred visitation time and provide your full name, the full names of anyone attending with you, as well as a phone number.
Visitation 1: 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Visitation 2: 2:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Visitation 3: 3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Visitation 4: 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Visitation 5: 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Visitation 6: 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
A funeral mass will be held at St. John Chrysostom Parish on Monday, July 12 at 11 a.m. Due to COVID-19 gathering size restrictions space is limited for the funeral mass, if you would like to attend please RSVP via email at rsvp@roadhouseandrose.com or by phone, 905-895-6631.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Southlake Village or to Parkinson Canada would be appreciated. Acknowledgement cards from online donations may be mailed to Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main Street South, Newmarket, Ontario L3Y 3Y9.
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Thomas passed away peacefully at the Southlake Residential Care Village in Newmarket on Sunday, July 4, 2021 in his 82nd year. Loving husband to Edith (nee Philp) of 58 years. Beloved father of Sandra (Dave), Pauline (Dave), Thomas (Angela) and Kevin (Vina). Proud grandfather of Michael, Jack, Matthew, Laura, Shannon (Nick), Charlene, and Bryle. Survived by his sisters Sadie, Marie, and Patsy. Son of the late John Brannan and Mary Devlin.
Thomas and Edith were married on September 1, 1962. They immigrated to Canada with their two daughters in October, 1966. They lived in Scarborough before moving their family to Newmarket in 1971.
Thomas served his apprenticeship at The Mirrlees Watson Co Ltd in Scotland and then joined the Millwrights Local 2309 shortly after arriving in Canada.
He was an avid soccer player, coach and referee. He played for various soccer teams including the annual Scotland v. England game in his hometown of Newmarket. He coached his sons throughout their minor soccer leagues and also contributed to the soccer leagues being a referee.
Thomas was a dedicated fan of the Glasgow Celtic Football Club, while also being a regular and well-loved member of the Aurora Celtic Supporters Club.
Thomas was a devoted husband, terrific father, and an amazing Grampie. He was loved by family and friends and will be missed dearly. Thomas inspired everyone he knew and had a huge heart. He was incredibly selfless and was always putting others first before himself. His laugh was contagious and he never failed to put a smile on our faces with his great sense of humour and wee daft jokes.
He will live on forever in our hearts.
A visitation will take place on Sunday, July 11,2021 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. S., Newmarket, Ontario.
If you would like to attend, please RSVP via email at rsvp@roadhouseandrose.com or by phone, 905-895-6631. You must indicate your preferred visitation time and provide your full name, the full names of anyone attending with you, as well as a phone number.
Visitation 1: 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Visitation 2: 2:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Visitation 3: 3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Visitation 4: 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Visitation 5: 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Visitation 6: 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
A funeral mass will be held at St. John Chrysostom Parish on Monday, July 12 at 11 a.m. Due to COVID-19 gathering size restrictions space is limited for the funeral mass, if you would like to attend please RSVP via email at rsvp@roadhouseandrose.com or by phone, 905-895-6631.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Southlake Village or to Parkinson Canada would be appreciated. Acknowledgement cards from online donations may be mailed to Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main Street South, Newmarket, Ontario L3Y 3Y9.
Click Here to Make a Donation to Southlake Residential Care Village
Click Here to Make a Donation to Parkinson Canada