HILL, Tom -
1935 - 2023
Tom died suddenly on Friday, September 22, 2023, in his home, in his 89th year.
He is survived by his adored wife and best friend, Rosemary Anderson, for 40 years.
Loving father of Laurie Jean Hill, and Jenny Louise Lambe and her husband, Michael Lambe; and loving stepfather to Alastair McCully, and Shiona McCully and her husband, Stephen Harris.
Proud and loving grandpa of Michael Upsdell and his wife, Katherine, and Alison Upsdell. He is survived by his beloved sister, Elizabeth Hill of Airdrie, Alberta.
Tom proudly served in the Canadian Armed Forces as a paratrooper with the Royal Canadian Regiment from 1951 through 1957.
During this time, he saw Active Service in Korea (1953) and was awarded the United Nations Service Medal, the Korean War Medal and later, the Exemplary Service Medal.
He was honourably discharged. In 1958, Tom joined the Ontario Provincial Police and in the ensuing years saw various postings and assignments.
He was the recipient of many awards and commendations. He retired from the Force in 1993 with the rank of Staff Superintendent.
Tom has requested a small private funeral service. A donation in Tom's name to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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