Thomas Scott Eaton

Tuesday, 14 Feb 2017

Tom passed away at the age of 82, having packed a lot of love into his life. He was born in his

family home in Vancouver on June 14, 1934 and died in Merritt Hospital on February 14, 2017. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Bunny, his children Dan (Janice) Eaton, Debbie (Don) Tourand, Tammy (Andrew) U'ren and Mike (Jennifer) Eaton, 7 grandchildren who he cherished and looked forward to singing his "famous" songs to at almost every opportunity; Amanda, Ryan, Matt, Brad, Danielle, Wyatt, and Trevor. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Bill Carlson and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends whom he loved dearly. Tom was as large in character as he was in stature. He was a family man. He was hard-working and strong, took pride in providing a good life for his family and raising his children with good wholesome values. He had a friendly nature, a hearty laugh, a generous spirit, and was the first to offer a helping hand. The simple things were the important things; "shootin’ the shit", love and enjoyment of his animals, nature and endless road trips on many a back road. He loved BC and couldn't understand why anyone would travel half-way around the world to see something beautiful, when all they had to do was look in their own backyard. The grass was never greener elsewhere, as far as he was concerned. Tom was very proud of the time he served in the army with the Seaforth Highlanders. He was a master story teller and had so many tales to tell about his army days. Over the years Tom had several hobbies which ranged from riding bulls and rodeoing in his younger years to owning and training thoroughbred race horses, fishing, woodworking, and tinkering in his shop. He started working on the Vancouver waterfront at the age of 15, owned a trucking company for a few years in the ‘70’s, and went back to longshoring where he remained employed until his retirement in 2001. After retiring, Tom and Bunny moved to Merritt where they have spent the last 15 years in the Sunshine Valley, enjoying their hobby farm.

Tom spent the last few months in the Merritt Hospital. His family would like to thank Dr. Ross, the nurses, and all of the hospital staff for their kindness, compassion and excellent care he received.

A gathering of family and friends for a celebration of life is being planned in the spring; date to be announced. In lieu of flowers, please grab a beer or a coffee, call up a friend and laugh with

those you love. Tom would appreciate that.

Arrangements under the direction of Merritt Funeral Chapel, Merritt, BC.