Thomas George Heppell, B.Ed., M.Ed., died on January 13, 2011 at home in Victoria with his family by his side. He was a native Victorian, born on January 6, 1931. Predeceased by his brother, Mike (Mary) and sister, Mary (Clarence) Tayler; Tom is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Lois; children, Janice (Klaus) Vogel, Robin (Cindy Miklic), & Patrice (Fred) Patterson; grandchildren, Lorenz, Victoria, Haleigh, Troy & Faith; and many relatives in Victoria, Ontario, and England. He will also be missed by his many close friends and former students.
Tom was a teacher in Greater Victoria for 25 years and continued to teach (and learn) even up to his final days.
His favourite hobbies included fishing, telling stories, socializing with old and new friends, reading history books, working in his garden, and traveling – although Victoria was his paradise. Tom will be especially remembered for his love of his dogs, but above all – for his love of his family.
Visitation
Family and friends may pay their respects at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Monday, January 24, 2011 from 7 to 8 pm.
Funeral Service
Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at 11:00 am at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson and Vancouver Streets. Interment at Royal Oak Burial Park.
Donations
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tom’s name to the Greater Victoria Retired Teachers, Scholarship Foundation, ℅ Brian Tetlow, 81 High Street, Victoria, BC V8Z 5C8.
Condolences for the family may be offered at
www.McCallBros.com
Victoria, BC
Audio Recording of Funeral Service
Audio Recording of Tom Heppell’s Funeral Service – MP3
Tom Heppell Video Tribute
Tom Heppell Video Tribute – MP4
Memorial Folder for Tom Heppell
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82 Responses
Robin know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. If there is anything I can do, please do not hesitate to ask. God Bless…Kathleen
Dear Patrice and family
You are all in our thoughts and prayers right now. May your wonderful memories of your dad help you through this time.
I just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you, and are so sorry, with Love Ruth.
Dearest Patrice and Family,
I am saddened by your loss and send my heartfelt condolences. Your dad was a delight and memories of my many ‘education oriented’ chats bring a smile to my face. May God grant you the peace you need to walk out your lives missing his presence and to enjoy the years of delight you had with him.
Rob and the entire Heppell Family: We offer our most sincere condolences to you. The obituary highlights a wonderful man who touched the lives of many people. May the family always cherish the happy memories of Tom’s time on earth!
So sorry for your loss. Life may go on but it will never be the same.
Lois and family:
We are thinking of all of you at this sad time. Tom has given so much of himself to our world in knowledge, friendship and caring. His memory will live on.
Rob and family, my heart is saddened by your loss. My love and caring thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Rob and Family, I am tihinking of you and send my love and prayers for you and your family.
Your family is in my prayers as you walk this dark road. May your memories all be blessed ones.