It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and wonderful friend, Thomas Robert Messenger at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney on Tuesday, April 26, 2016, after a brief illness.
He was the son of the late Melbourne Messenger and Gladys (Slade) Messenger, Sydney.
He is survived by his loving wife, Norma (Bonnar) Messenger; daughter, Lorie Wilson, Port Hope, Ont.; son, Thomas Messenger Jr., Barrie, Ont.; son, William Messenger (Ann); Navan, Ont.; son, Scott Messenger (Nichol) (at home); brother, Donald Messenger (Theresa), Mira; sister, Mary, Sydney; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, niece and nephews.
He was predeceased by his brother, William Messenger.
Tom spent 38 years in the Canadian Armed Forces, with postings in the Congo, Germany, and the Canadian Embassy in Washington D.C. He was a proud member at the Branch 12 Royal Canadian Legion.
Tom loved music, and was a wonderful family man. He will be remembered hosting karaoke at several local venues, and as an avid dart league member, where he made many lifelong friends.
Donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or any charity of ones choice.
Cremation has taken place. Visitation for Thomas will be held on Friday, April 29 2016 from 12-2 p.m. at the S.W Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, with funeral service to follow at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel, with Fr. Bill Burke officiating.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of...

Condolences

• John D. Steele’s & Sons LTD. Monument Manufacturers
  902-794-2713
  Website

• Thoms Flowers
  902-849-8989
  Website