March 10, 2015
March 10, 2015
The hands on the clock moved slowly today, Thos. XXX
This memorial was created to honour Tom (a.k.a. Chuck) Ready whose wit, wisdom, generosity and caring touched many lives. Let's share stories and pictures that will help to celebrate his life for years to come.
The Next Room
Death is nothing at all.
I have only slipped away
into the next room.
I am I and you are you.
Whatever we were to each other, that we are still.
Call me by my old familiar name,
speak to me in the easy way which you always used.
Put no difference into your tone;
wear no false air of solemnity or sorrow.
Laugh as we always laughed
at the little jokes we enjoyed together.
Play, smile, think of me, pray for me.
Let my name be ever the household word that it always was.
...I am but waiting for you, for an interval,
somewhere very near just around the corner. All is well.
—Henry Scott Holland, English clergyman and theologian
Tributes
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March 2, 2015
March 2, 2015
Each day, Thos. Each and every day.
November 23, 2014
November 23, 2014
Happy Birthday Chuck. I think of you often. The other day I smiled as I said something to Liv in conversation that you said to me a million times. I do that a lot.
-the other guy-
-the other guy-
November 22, 2014
November 22, 2014
Missing you today and always, Thos. You never wanted anything special planned on your birthday, yet you always fussed for others. I cherish the time that we had and wish that you were here to celebrate your 63rd.
November 22, 2014
November 22, 2014
Thinking of you Tom on your birthday and knowing that you are leading the party in heaven. We miss you, but there is comfort knowing that you are in a better place, without pain, without suffering, only peace and light! Watch over your beautiful Sharron
November 22, 2014
November 22, 2014
Miss you today and everyday. We know that you are looking down and protecting all you loved.
November 22, 2014
November 22, 2014
Happy Birthday Tom. Have a good time today and give all the heavenly beings something to laugh about! We are thinking of you today. . . . Frankenmouth . . . .LOL!!. . . "Will Chuck and Paul please meet your party at the front checkout." I will never forget the look on your face. You are precious forever!
November 22, 2014
November 22, 2014
I love that man! He was such an amazing person. I have such good memories of him!
November 22, 2014
November 22, 2014
Happy Birthday Mr.Ready! You touched so many lives, always a smile!
March 10, 2014
March 10, 2014
I saw that picture of me Tom and my dad at Murray's wedding again recently. Tom was nicely snuggled in between JD and I under our arm pits with a grin on his face. Makes me laugh every time. When I think of Tom I get sad because he is gone, but it also makes me happy to think of him because of how awesome he was. Such an amazing man!
March 10, 2014
March 10, 2014
Just a little note to say I am thinking of and missing you bro-in-law. I am thinking also it will be Easter egg time soon... will I hide one or two for you? :)
March 8, 2014
March 8, 2014
Have been in that conversation with the doctors so many times, Thos. Still feel the numbness. Missing you now and always.
November 22, 2013
November 22, 2013
Tom. Happy birthday my dearest friend. I continue to try to live my life in a way that you would approve of. You were always the calm in my many storms.
November 22, 2013
November 22, 2013
Just wanted to take a minute and remember a remarkable man! We miss him and think of him often. He truly made a difference in my life and that is a legacy that will last forever. Holding you close in my thoughts today Sharon; please know that you are loved!
Cheryl Doher.
Cheryl Doher.
November 22, 2013
November 22, 2013
Remembering my brother-in-law today and always! You live on Tommy.. so Happy Birthday!!! Miss you!
November 22, 2013
November 22, 2013
Thanks for the memories Tom. Your smile, generosity and kindness will never be forgotten. We will always get a laugh when we remember your sense of humour. I must add that I totally relaxed and unwound when we entered your house. We were always greeted with the most wonderful hospitality which you extended to all. Thanks!!! Love you~~
November 22, 2013
November 22, 2013
Like every day, Thos. Thinking of you. Always your Babs. XXX
August 23, 2013
August 23, 2013
It would be our 38th anniversary today, Tom.
It just wasn't meant to be, and I struggle to understand why.
I celebrate memories that always warm my heart and make me smile, Chuck.
It just wasn't meant to be, and I struggle to understand why.
I celebrate memories that always warm my heart and make me smile, Chuck.
March 11, 2013
March 11, 2013
Sharron. . sharing your sadness. . . yesterday all day. . . .couldn't explain the tears that flowed off and on all day. . .until I realized what day it actually was. Love you and your family so much. Tom was, and is very special!!! xxxxx00000
March 10, 2013
March 10, 2013
Well Tommy it has been 1yr. now since you left us. My heart goes out to Sharron, Renee & Greg, Al, Josh , Gabby and Charlotte, as they put this day behind them. The first year is the hardest. I think of you often and a smile comes over my face. We all miss you funny man!!!!!
March 10, 2013
March 10, 2013
Well, Thos., this day is not unlike all of the others since we said good-bye . . . thinking of you, missing you, wanting you as I have all of those yesterdays . . .
March 10, 2013
March 10, 2013
Pearl and all other family members. My prayers are with you at this difficult time. I met Tom only twice. His ready smile and the mischievous glint in his eye have stayed in my memory over this year. May the Lord bless all of you.
March 10, 2013
March 10, 2013
Thinking of you, Aunt Sharron, Renee, Greg, Gabby, Charlotte, Al, Josh and all the family...may the wonderful memories of a very special husband, father, papa and uncle comfort and sustain, today and always. Love from Ange, Steve, Dawson & Emily xo
March 10, 2013
March 10, 2013
Forever Missed words can not express the deep sorrow that haunts my every day. Thinking of you and your beloved family.Always in my heart
February 25, 2013
February 25, 2013
Many, many dreams of you, of us. So real. Cannot begin to tell you how much I miss holding your hand. Forever, Tom.
February 16, 2013
February 16, 2013
I never had a chance to say thanks, or good bye. So...thanks for putting up with me and never giving up on me. Missed and never forgotten!
November 22, 2012
November 22, 2012
Thinking of you on your birthday Tom. We are taking a certain beautiful young lady out to dinner tonight in your place. We'll have a toast to you and miss you together. Hope you're smiling down on us today :)
November 22, 2012
November 22, 2012
Tom. The type of person who left an impression with anyone he met that's for sure. Such character, such charisma. The kind of person you want to be around. If I were to try and explain Tom in a few words what immediately pops I to my head is: smart, witty, warm, caring, exciting, daring, funny, fun, happy. A truly special man.
November 22, 2012
November 22, 2012
I am thinking of my one of a kind brother-in-law today, his wit, his generosity and most of all, that humour! Happy Birthday Thomas!!!
November 22, 2012
November 22, 2012
Missing my beloved son so much today as I know his family does also. Love you all
November 22, 2012
November 22, 2012
Happy Birthday Tom!! I can almost hear you singing a song to Sharron and grinning that devilish grin of yours!
November 22, 2012
November 22, 2012
Happy Birthday, Tom. Joe would be homeward bound about now. John would have called to wish you the best. The kids would have left around 7:00 because of bedtimes for the grandkids. Leftover pizza would be in the refridgerator for your breakfast & lunch tomorrow. And all would be well. Forever, Chuck.
October 8, 2012
October 8, 2012
Another family gathering without you, Tom. You brought such warmth, smiles and laughter to our get-togethers. Memories of you . . .
September 5, 2012
September 5, 2012
Thos., many say that it becomes easier over time. Maybe they were not blessed to have what we had.
Holding on tight and missing you 1235 and 2 sail cats!
xxx
Holding on tight and missing you 1235 and 2 sail cats!
xxx
June 14, 2012
June 14, 2012
Having a good day today and thinking of the many wonderful times we shared together. Miss you my friend.
April 10, 2012
April 10, 2012
I remember and miss that 'look' which seemed to say, "Oh brother", and then he would roll his eyes. I cherish the trips to Frankenmuth, Bronners, the antique shop in Saginaw where he and Paul sat and had coffee in the little coffee shop while Sharron and I wandered down memory lane after memory lane. . . .never complaining . . . just patiently waiting. . .that was our Tom.
April 10, 2012
April 10, 2012
And then there was the stop at Bronners where Sharron and I had to have Paul and Chuck paiged. . . LOL!! "Will Paul and Chuck please meet your party at the front check-out. . .Paul and Chuck". (over the loud-speaker). . . priceless the look on Tom's face! . . .and then sitting in the court yard at Aberfoyle while we explored rows and rows of antiques. . . never complained.
April 10, 2012
April 10, 2012
You could talk to Tom about anything and he was quite informed on any subject from woodworking, to religion, to recipes, to fishing, to riding the rails. . . and that was another story. I will forever miss his delight in having us over for coffee or supper and making sure we had a glass of wine in our hands before we could barely get our coats off. Tom spoiled us big time.
April 10, 2012
April 10, 2012
My heart aches for my sister and her family.
April 1, 2012
April 1, 2012
Tom was my Godfather, a close friend of my father, and family. Though we did not share genetics, there was no question that he was my uncle. He was the epitome of a "fun uncle", with all the jokes, stories, and "don't tell your parents I gave you this" that comes along with the title. For him, forever missed is an understatement.
April 1, 2012
April 1, 2012
There's a lot of things that stand out when I think about Tom - the master chef who often made pizzas that would make a dietician cringe, the expert fisherman, the man with the workshop that would make home depot blush, the odd sense of humour that all-but-matches my own, but most of all, I remember how jealous I was of he and dad's friday-night action movie marathons. One great character.
March 29, 2012
March 29, 2012
What can I say about the man who made my life so fantastic for the past 28 years. I am typing this and wiping away the tears as I attempt to give a tribute to an amazing man who I was blessed to know for these past 28 years. Tom was my friend, my peer, my tutor, my fishing friend, my best man, my son's godfather, my guide into fatherhood, my sanctuary, my tree kiliing buddy, my swish pal,
March 29, 2012
March 29, 2012
I have to continue as the two of us got into trouble on a regular basis and revelled in it. I remember the lighting of the cigarettes in the microwave after the Beverly Hills cop movie. We were partners in the Father Bob move. Tom was the go to guy when my brother died. He and Sharron helped to make life better. My life and my career are simply better because of him.
March 29, 2012
March 29, 2012
I simply miss you so much.This computer does not know the tremdous person that you are. I hope you Gram. Peter and Bob are having fun.
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March 28, 2012
March 28, 2012
Sharron I was very sorry to hear about your recent loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
March 22, 2012
March 22, 2012
Our sincerest sympathy to the family of Tom Ready. From Olive Coatsworth, Jane and Tracy Knister & Dave Irwin.
March 19, 2012
March 19, 2012
Dear Sharron & family,
Mark and I were very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Tom could light up a room with his smile and his sunny disposition. He touched the lives of so many of the students at the Pines and all of your summer students at SRC,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Mark and Lori DeWitte
Mark and I were very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Tom could light up a room with his smile and his sunny disposition. He touched the lives of so many of the students at the Pines and all of your summer students at SRC,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Mark and Lori DeWitte
March 18, 2012
March 18, 2012
I have so many special memories of you both! The most special would have to be our wedding day. The very special and intimate service with just the two of you was perfect! The love and support you have both given us since has been inspirational. Tom's support through the sylvester mess meant so much! Losing him in Sydney Australia, watching him comfort an air sick student, learning hula !
March 18, 2012
March 18, 2012
Not done yet:). All day musaka making, long talks about advocating for kids instead of punishing them. As a teacher, he was my role model. We're here for you Sharon, whatever you need! XO Cheryl
March 18, 2012
March 18, 2012
If the true worth of a person is how happy he makes those who love him, then Tom's value in this world was indeed priceless. I know how happy you were with Tom, Sharron. In the wake of his untimely passing, we should all vow to love with a little more kindness and gentleness, as Tom did every day.
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August 23
August 23
49 years today, Thos. I wonder what we would do to celebrate our wedding anniversary today, Thos.
It feels like Fall out there. Maybe we would drive up to Goderich where we honeymooned. This time, however, I would remember to bring more than the empty camera case! August 23, 1975, very little money to travel far or for long, new beginnings, all recorded in memory. All good.
I wonder if I would be as interested in photography if you had been here with me these past 12 years, Thos. I think I would have because you always encouraged me to pursue my interests. You would have quietly rode shotgun while we travelled dusty back roads in search of split-rail fences and old barns. (I can easily visualize how your face would convey your lack of enthusiasm. lol) You were so tolerant, Thos.
Missing you.
It feels like Fall out there. Maybe we would drive up to Goderich where we honeymooned. This time, however, I would remember to bring more than the empty camera case! August 23, 1975, very little money to travel far or for long, new beginnings, all recorded in memory. All good.
I wonder if I would be as interested in photography if you had been here with me these past 12 years, Thos. I think I would have because you always encouraged me to pursue my interests. You would have quietly rode shotgun while we travelled dusty back roads in search of split-rail fences and old barns. (I can easily visualize how your face would convey your lack of enthusiasm. lol) You were so tolerant, Thos.
Missing you.
August 4
August 4
Miss your ear and the squeeze of your hand right now, Tom.
March 10
March 10
12 years gone but certainly not forgotten. As I get older - yes I guess it happens - I think more about memories and legacy and if I could tell you today that you have left a lasting legacy in your friends, family, students etc. 1984 seems so long ago now…..40 years in a blink. Rest in peace sir
Gallery
Nuckin’ futs look
My assistant of photography in St. Lucia.
Hmm. Cool morning, jar of peanuts, crib board, morning after a typical evening camping. Time with daughter.
Our kids will never forget "the stick" and Tom's antics to attract a bird to perch on this twig.
Not sure where we were, but look at this handsome guy. He never liked to be told that he was handsome or CUTE.
Renee and her dad playing cribbage: Tom's favourite card game.
A toast "To DFA ". Tom will be with you always.
Recent stories
Tom Terrific!
September 30, 2012
From the first time I met Tom Ready, I was quite favourably impressed.
I liked his low-key style and the way he listened to what you had to say. I mean, he really listened. This inner confidence he possessed gave others freedom to say what was in their hearts. What a gift!
Other positive impressions: that he was a wonderful and caring husband to Sharron......A loving and examplary father to his children........And, oh my! What a grandfather Tom was. Gabby and Charlotte are fortunate to have a Grampa Tom in their memories. They'll likely carry on several of the stories to tell their own children one day. I must say, I love the photo of The Nights in White Flannel...what a hoot!
My final note is regarding my son Gregory. After I met Renee, Sharron and Tom, I knew my dear Greg was in very good hands. Who knew he would follow their example and become a teacher?! I'm glad he did and likely his students are also. I was relieved he had Tom to talk man-to-man with and confer about his future. I honestly had total trust in Tom.
A good, honest, fun and caring man is synonymous with the name Tom Ready.
My sincere gratitude,
Carol
Great Memories
April 9, 2012
I am attempting to add several of the pieces that Tom sang in the evenings: familiar ballads and music from the 60's & early 70's. These were great times together - especially when he wrote a song and played it to me.
MMMMM. Perfect!
Cat Tails
April 7, 2012
One of Tom's favourite past times was to play sail-cats. I had no idea what he meant by that and asked him to explain. When he told me the particulars, I was quite taken aback. Sail-cats, -frogs, -squirrels.
I can visualize him having the best of times. I truly can.
Sail-Cats: If you are not sure what they are, please go to the Urban Dictionary on the internet. I would love to include Tom's story as an explanation, but it would be "socially inappropriate," as Tom would say.