The unofficial but widely acknowledged mayor of Inkerman, Tom Allison, died at the Queensway Carleton Hospital on May 22, 2022. The May long weekend always marked his family’s official start of summer with the camper bound for Lake Opinicon so it was a fitting weekend for him to leave us. While he carried the tragedies of a car accident in his twenties and the deaths of his beloved daughter Andrea and dear nephew Stephen in 2002 in his heart, his compassion for others was constant. He was well known for his generosity – from helping neighbours to driving Hydro crews during the ice storm. He took great pride in making his community a better place. Tommy is survived by Erma, his devoted wife of 59 years, his son Barry (Lucie), his daughter Cathy (Alistair) and his grandchildren Alanna, Cara, Nicole, Kerstin, Alec, Riley, Zoe and Cooper and his son in law Bourk Boyd (Greta). He will be missed by his loving sisters Erma (Dan), Helen (Bob) and Joan (Richard). Brother-in-law of Judy Prunner and Doug Whitteker (Betty). Tommy will be fondly remembered by nieces and nephews near and far. His family would like to thank the Palliative Care team at the Queensway Carleton for providing Tommy with outstanding care in his final days. A celebration of his life will take place at Inkerman United Church on June 11th at 11:15 am. For those wishing to celebrate Tommy’s memory, donations to the Inkerman United Church or the Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.
Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be made at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca
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Suzanne Thompson says
May 25, 2022 at 5:41 pmOur condolences to you Erma, and family at your loss. Tommy will be remembered by many for his contributions to the community over the years.
Suzanne and Joel Thompson
Allan and Colleen Porteous says
May 25, 2022 at 6:41 pmOur condolences to the entire family. Tommy will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Cathy O'Connor says
May 25, 2022 at 9:32 pmMy deepest sympathy at this time. So sorry for you loss Erma. I miss seeing you walk around town and our chats. May the Lord provide you with his loving comfort.
Duane and Milly Beckstead says
May 29, 2022 at 6:00 pmCondolences to the Allison families . Our thoughts and prayers are with you . Duane and Milly Beckstead
Nancy and Richard Christie says
May 25, 2022 at 6:47 pmErma, we’re so very sorry to hear of Tommy’s death. He was such a kind and gracious person. Our condolences to you and all the family and Inkerman Church community.
Nancy and Richard Christie
Cheryl & Randy Holmes, Rolphton, ON says
May 25, 2022 at 7:10 pmSincere condolences to Erma and family on Tommy’s passing. Such a good kind soul he indeed was.
Grace Stobo says
May 25, 2022 at 7:30 pmErma and all your family thinking of you at this sad time we will cherish all the wonderful memories those no one can take from us.
Larry Stevens says
May 25, 2022 at 7:35 pmDear Erma and all of Tommy’s family, my deepest sympathies.
Louise Woodrow Arsenault says
May 25, 2022 at 7:46 pmHi Erma. So sorry to hear of Tommy’s passing. I as a new Public Health Nurse in 1970, dropped into your friendly store in Inkerman, to find directions to the families I was visiting for new babies, etc., in the area. It was a great help in those days and I certainly appreciated it. We also had some great conversations about the Famous Inkerman Rockets, which my parents who lived in Ottawa told me about them, once they heard me say my area included Inkerman.
Raymond and Shirley Porteous says
May 25, 2022 at 7:54 pmOur condolences to Erma and family , our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time .
Lloyd & Tina Fawcett says
May 25, 2022 at 8:15 pmTommy will be greatly missed. A great community volunteer. Condolences to all the family.
Tommy was my school bus driver and my children’s bus driver also.
Rest In Peace Tom.
Brittany and Mike Cascardo says
May 25, 2022 at 8:27 pmWe are so saddened to hear of Toms passing. Tom was one of the first people to welcome us into the community that is Inkerman when we moved here in 2017. He was always so kind, happy and always had a wonderful story to tell. Our deepest condolences to all of Toms family, friends and the community, and especially to his wife, Erma who was so lovely to chat with.
Phil Douglas says
May 25, 2022 at 10:01 pmHaving grown up in Inkerman I have many great memories of Tommy! A great guy for sure. Our condolences go out to Erma and the whole family during this difficult time.
Dwayne and Wilma Fawcett says
May 26, 2022 at 7:09 amErma and the entire Allison family, so sorry to hear of Tommy’s passing. Tommy was my school bus driver and also my children’s school bus driver, many fond memories of Tommy at the Inkerman store. Rest in peace Tommy
Janet Levere says
May 26, 2022 at 8:26 amErma and Family,
So sorry for your loss. May your memories carry you through this sad time.
Janet McKinnon and Richard Appleton says
May 26, 2022 at 10:21 amOur thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. He was truly one of a kind, and will be missed by so many.
Don and Lynne Levere says
May 26, 2022 at 10:45 amSincere condolences Erma to you and your family. Tommy always had a joke or story to tell and always smiling.
Lorna Anderson-Smith says
May 26, 2022 at 11:29 amErma, Cathy and Barry
We are so sorry to hear about Tommy’s passing.
When we first came to Inkerman you and he welcomed us to the community with open arms. He was generous and good natured and would do anything for anyone. He of course was the best school bus driver in the area.
We have such fond memories of him and send you all our sincere condolences.
D’Arcy and Lorna
Brian Mann says
May 26, 2022 at 4:11 pmI was saddened to hear of Tommy’s passing and my condolences to Erma and family. Never saw him when he didn’t have a smile on his face or a good story to tell.
Sarah Smith says
May 26, 2022 at 9:09 pmSo sorry to hear of Tommy’s passing…sending my condolences to the Allison family.
I have many fond memories growing up in Inkerman having Tommy as my bus driver from K-Gr 8 as well as always seeing him at the store. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Tracy Crowder says
May 26, 2022 at 10:42 pmMy deepest sympathies to Erma and all of Tommy’s family. It’s hard to imagine an Inkerman without him, he was always so involved in the community. He will be truly missed.
Muriel Reoch & Family says
May 27, 2022 at 6:43 amDearest Erma, Cathy, Barry and all the family, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Tommy. Well, Bob and Tommy will be able to catch up on all the local news in heaven. May God give you all the Peace and strength that you will need during these difficult days ahead.
Shirley Gillard says
May 27, 2022 at 8:27 amDeepest Sympathy to all family members.
Marilyn Kerr says
May 27, 2022 at 12:03 pmErma, we are so sorry for your loss.
Marilyn & family.
Jacqueline Theoret says
May 27, 2022 at 3:14 pmMy condolences to the entire family. Although I didnt get the chance to know Mr. Allison, I can tell that he made a positive and lasting impact on his community. May he rest in peace.
Cindy McCammon says
May 28, 2022 at 8:38 amSending my love and condolences to you, Cathy, and to your family.
Joan Larmour says
May 29, 2022 at 2:27 amSo sorry for your loss Erma, my condolences to you and your family.
Wayne and Huguette Burns and Family says
May 30, 2022 at 8:48 pmWe offer our sincere condolences on Tommy’s passing. Tommy was a great communicator, always showed kindness and was always willing to give service. We will miss him.
Hugh & Joanne Metcalfe says
June 2, 2022 at 8:20 amOur condolences on Tommy’s passing. Lots of fond memories!
John and Jill Lane says
June 11, 2022 at 8:07 amI am so sorry to hear of Tommy’s passing. He was always so passionate about the community and could talk to anyone. Similar to my dad. Tommy always was willing to lend a hand. A truly inspiring man.
He adored his grandchildren and I know the feelings were mutual.
Sincere condolences to you Erma ,Barry,Cathy and all the family.
Im sure he’s happy to reunite with Andrea.
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