Obituary of John Thomey

THOMEY, John - It is with heavy hearts that we the family announce the passing of John Thomey on November 10, 2013. He was born on March 20, 1931 in Harbour Grace. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. John joined the navy at 17 years of age and later was employed at Ocean Harvesters in Harbour Grace as Chief Engineer for 40 years. His passions in life were his family, his community and a great love for hockey. He played defense in jersey #3 for the Cee Bees seniors hockey league, bringing home the Herder Cup several times. He also loved to fish and playing cards was a favorite past time for him and Lilly. John had a wonderful sense of humor and was loved by all that were blessed enough to know him. He will be forever in our hearts and never forgotten. Predeceased by infant son: John Brendan, parents: Arthur and Mary, sisters: Camilla, Mary and Joan, brothers: Mike, Jim and Mark. Leaving to mourn, wife: Lillian; two daughters: Joan Thomey, St. John's and Jackie (Chris) Puddister, Halifax, NS; two sons: Paul (Darlene) and John (April), both of Harbour Grace; six grandchildren: Matthew and Megan Thomey, Jason and Stephanie Puddister, Becky and Emma Thomey; two brothers: Brendan (Helen), Harbour Grace and Ron (Bridget), Calgary, AB; members of the Newman Family; as well as a large number of other relatives and friends. Resting at Noel's Funeral Home, Harvey Street, Harbour Grace on Tuesday from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. and Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon, 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral mass to take place on Thursday, November 14 at 10:00 a.m. from Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Harbour Grace. Cremation to follow. Inurnment on Friday, November 15 at 2:00 p.m. in the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Harbour Grace. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, donations in his memory may be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association.