Dr. Thomas John Devlin

After a lengthy illness it is with profound sadness the family of Tom Devlin announces his passing at 79 years of age at the Victoria Hospital.

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Left to remember him are his loving wife Yvette Getty, children Scott (Wendy), Jennifer (Steve), Michael, Leigh (Wayne) and stepson Don Getty along with 11 grandchildren. Sisters Anna, Jean and Brenda and is predeceased by his mother Ruth Lyness, father Thomas Parker Devlin and by his daughter in law Marina.

Dad grew up in River Heights and in the early 1960's moved to Nebraska where he received his PhD in Animal Science majoring in Nutrition and Bio- Chemistry. After graduation in 1965 he moved back to Winnipeg and began working at the University of Manitoba as a professor and taught in Animal Science for the next 30+ years until he retired in 1995. Over the years many of his students became successful in their own rite and "TJ" made many lifelong friends with those he worked with and met while at the University. His passion was research and teaching.

In the mid 60's he was also very involved at Fort Richmond Community Centre both as a hockey coach and convener.

After retirement Dad and Yvette enjoyed winters in Parksville B.C., Mexico and Mesa Az. returning each summer to his home in Winnipeg. Dad was an avid reader and often had many books and magazines "lined up" to read, once he finished doing his daily crosswords.

He will be remembered for quick wit and reciting of many poems he had learned over the years.

As per his wishes no service will take place.

The family would like to thank the medical staff at both St. Boniface and Victoria Hospitals over the last year.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the St. Boniface Hospital in Tom’s memory.