Passed away at the Campbellton Regional Hospital on May 28, 2013 at the age of 81, Mr. George (Buddy) R. Thomas of Upsalquitch. George was a loving husband to Ruth (Boudreau) for over 62 years. An avid fisherman, George worked doing what he loved as a fishing guide on local rivers until his retirement. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing cards, playing the guitar, discussing politics and spending time with his family. George was well known for his sense of humour, stubbornness and his ability for telling stories of days gone by.
He leaves to mourn his wife Ruth Thomas, his daughters Kathryn Thomas of Upsalquitch, Julia Craswell (Boyd) of Mann’s Mountain and Susan Blanchette (Steven) of Robinsonville, his sons Paul Thomas (Donna) of Robinsonville, Marvin Thomas (Kathy) of Dawsonville and Barney Thomas (Cindy) of St. John’s NF, his sister Helen Roy of Campbellton. Also survived by his 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
The funeral service will be held from Maher’s Funeral Chapel, Campbellton on Friday May 31st at 2pm. Visitation at Maher’s Funeral Home, 33 Lansdowne Street Campbellton, Thursday from 2pm to 4pm, 7pm to 9pm and Friday at the Chapel one hour before the service. Interment will be at the Upsalquitch United Church Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are in the care of Maher’s Funeral Home, Campbellton.
SHARE OBITUARY
v.1.8.18