David Gordon Thomas (23 Mar 1943 - 27 Aug 2018)

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Location
West Lancashire Crematorium Pippin Street Burscough L40 7SP
Date
7th Sep 2018
Time
12.15pm
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In loving memory of David Thomas who sadly passed away on 27th August 2018.

It was a very difficult day, the 9th March 2018 when Dad got the news he had an inoperable Brain Tumour (Glioblastoma Multiforme) and nobody could really take it all in. There was an unreal feeling to everything. We looked at all the treatment options offered - very few it seemed, if there were any clinical trials or experimental options available...no.. Dad's age was against him. There must be more options?

Chemotherapy (21 days) and Radiotherapy (15 blasts) were our only options, Dad was positive throughout and determined to beat this thing. He stayed positive inside with a great reluctance to give-in, but his body had another agenda. Not strong enough for any further courses of treatment and growing weaker by the day, the tumour quickly took over and Dad passed away less than 6 months later.

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A true gentleman, a softie, kind with a lovely manner yet strong opinions. Always ready to debate the news of the day and point out social injustices happening around the world. Considered and organised and would help anyone who asked for it.

Dad enjoyed 'teaching' people - how to use correct grammar, how to speak French, how to pronounce things properly he was quite particular about it. So after he retired to live in France he began a new career as an English teacher to teach the French how to speak English. The main thing that made Mum and Dad Return to England were Mum's poor health and a need to be closer to the Grandchildren but this was bittersweet as Dad's spiritual home was France.

The move led to a new career as a Funeral Celebrant, he really enjoyed building services around families who needed someone to help them 'say what they needed to say' but couldn't put the words together. He created some memorable days for these families.

There will never be enough space to write about the days/months and memorable moments felt throughout my childhood and life - a happy, fun and filled life.

Thanks to my Mum and Dad xxx

Sarah Horton donated £21 in memory of David

In memory of this lovely man, I am grateful I knew David. With love from Sarah

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Sylvie DUPUY wrote

David et Janet furent nos voisins dans ce petit village du Sud-Ouest de la France. Nous avions fait connaissance chez d'autres voisins… Roger et Jacqui.
David m'a donné des cours d'anglais durant plusieurs mois et tous les lundis soirs étaient des moments d'apprentissage, pour moi, mais surtout de partage et d'échanges.
Nous garderons dans nos cœurs le souvenir de belles personnes.

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David restera dans nos cœurs, dans le sud-ouest de la France. Nous étions voisins et nous nous sommes rencontrés pour la première fois chez Roger et Jacqui. David m'a donné des cours d'anglais, les lundis soir étaient l'occasion, pour moi d'apprendre votre langue. Nous garderons de très bons souvenirs de vos parents, qui étaient de très belles personnes.
Alain et Sylvie

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DUPUY Sylvie donated £9.25 in memory of David
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Ken Sanker donated £105 in memory of David

Sad and shocked to hear of David's passing. He was such a kind and honourable man. I will always remember David and Jan with great fondness .... a wonderful couple who willbe greatly missed by many.

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Ken Sanker wrote

Sad and shocked to hear of David's passing. Such a kind and honourable man. I will always remember David and Jan with great fondness...... a wonderful couple who will be greatly missed by many.

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Ken Sanker wrote

Sad and shocked to hear of David's passing. He was such a kind and honourable man. I will always remember David and Jan with great fondness.... a wonderful couple who will be missed by many.

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Alison Crake donated £52.50 in memory of David

Heartfelt condolences to David, Claire and family. I am thinking of you, love to you all, Alison x

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Alison Crake wrote

My heartfelt condolences to David, Claire and family. Sending you all much love, Alison x

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Alison Crake wrote

My heartfelt condolences to David, Claire and all the family. Sending love to you all, Alison

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Photo de retrouvailles après bien des années!   Très sincères condoléances. Pour cette grande tristesse! Alain

Photo de retrouvailles après bien des années! Très sincères condoléances. Pour cette grande tristesse! Alain

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  • Tres belle photo, merci beaucoup Alain!! Claire x

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Willoughby Maria donated £15.75 in memory of David
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Brandon Collins donated £10.50 in memory of David
Such a lovey gentleman who always had a smile on his face, Rest In Peace David xxx

Such a lovey gentleman who always had a smile on his face, Rest In Peace David xxx

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Claire Davies donated £21 in memory of David

Lovely man who will be missed xxx

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Jane Corfield wrote

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Jane Corfield wrote

Very sad to hear of David's passing. Fond memories of David & Jan. A special couple.
Who will always be missed.

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  • Thank you for your lovely card Jane x You were a good friend

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Jane Corfield wrote

In loving memory of David &Jan.
A special couple.

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Jacqueline Gregory donated £18.50 in memory of David
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Love You Dad xx

Love You Dad xx

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Linda and Barry Owen is attending the funeral and the reception
Alan Cousins donated £21 in memory of David
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paul&Maureen Jordan donated £50 in memory of David

David was a dear friend and he will be sorely missed.

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  • Thank you two so much for supporting Dad and us ! Lovely to see you x

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Helen Walsh donated in memory of David

Gone but not forgotten.
David & Helen

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  • Thank you for the lovely card - need to catch up one day ! x

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