Thomas Thompson
Also known as "Tom"
20 August 1930 – 23 July 2026
Thomas Thompson
Also known as "Tom"
20 August 1930 – 23 July 2026
THOMPSON THOMAS (Tom) QSM, JP Retired Passed away peacefully on Thursday 23rd July 2026, in his 96th year. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Laurel, and the late Joyce. Dearly loved father and father in law of Heather, Bruce and Shirley, Ian and Tania. Much loved grandad of Kirsty; Kylie and Dean, Shaun and Lisa; Brooke and Mitch, Rory and Chloe, Meg and Cam. Much loved GG of his great grandchildren Cooper; Kaleb, Shannley; Elly, Angus; Luca, Kate; Mac, and Hunter. Much loved step-dad of Dawn and Nigel, Jo and Ron, Russell and Caroline, and special step-grandad to Adam, Amanda, Shannon, Liam, Matthew, and Joshua. Tom’s family would like to sincerely thank Tainui Resthome for their love and care of Tom. Messages of condolence may be left on Tom’s page at www.hardingsfunerals.co.nz/tributes Family and friends are invited to a funeral of celebration for Tom at the Whitely Methodist Church, New Plymouth on Tuesday 28th July 2026, commencing at 11am, after which he will be laid to rest with Joyce privately.
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Tributes
Deepest sympathy to you all on the sad passing of Tom he will always be remembered for the great man he was. Ken & Rayleen McDonald
To Aunty Laurel and all the family, my heartfelt condolences to you. The loss of Tom will leave a big hole, but helps to know he is now at peace. Love always from Fiona, Jon, Natalie and Zoe. Arohanui
Heather Bruce and Ian and your Families Condolences on the the sad loss of your Dad and Grandad Thinking of you all BrianThoms
Tommy you inspired me from a 13 year boy at Bible class in my hobnail boots. No judgment from you. I loved what you did for mum and dad, a great Kaponga man. Rest in love Tommy.
Bruce Shirley & Family I am so sorry for your loss, my condolences..
Deepest sympathies Laurel and family. Tom was a truly wonderful person, a thinking and modest man always ready to engage in conversation and he will be sorely missed. Much love from Barry and Janice
Sending our condolences to you Laurel & family in the loss of Tom.Tom was an upright gentleman that walked in the faith of his savior & Lord.He will be greatly missed by so many people whose lives he had touched over the years RIP Tom in heavenly peace.
To Bruce and family, sorry to learn of your Dad’s passing. May he rest in peace.
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