RAYNER, Kenneth Thomas 'Tom' - (January 21, 1941 - April 14, 2020) It is with great sadness that we share the sudden and unexpected passing of Kenneth Thomas Rayner on April 14th, 2020.
Tom, as he was known, was in his 80th year and the devoted husband and best friend to Noreen (nee Thomson) for more than 55 years, father to Ken (Odete) and Kristin Ponte (Tony), loving grandfather to Samantha, Camryn, Noah and Megan and brother to Colin Rayner (Raleigh Hill).
Tom was predeceased by his father Ken, mother Jessie (nee Duncan), and brothers, Barry and Jim.
Tom was an educator with the Toronto District School Board for over 30 years.
He truly loved and enjoyed the opportunity to provide hundreds of children with direction and guidance. As a principal at the public schools of Maurice Cody, Lord Lansdowne and Annette, Tom endeared himself to the children by learning and remembering all their names, an extraordinary feat.
An incredibly active member of Thornhill Presbyterian Church, Toronto Choristers and formerly of the Toronto Queensmen Male Chorus, Tom’s leadership and management contributions have made a profound, positive lasting impact.
A celebration of Tom’s life will be held at a point in the future, when all those who loved him can gather together in person.
God’s choir in heaven has a new tenor.
Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the Thornhill Presbyterian Church.
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