GOULDING, Thomas James November 23, 1944 – August 16, 2018. The world has lost a good and gentle man. On August 16, Thomas James Goulding, of Brighton, a proud Newfoundlander, left his beloved family. The son of Eva and Martin Goulding, Tom shared laughter, sorrow, and much joy through 54 years of marriage to his wife Ann. He was the loving and devoted father of David and Donna, engaging in all their interests and activities, guiding them to be the wonderful adults they are today. He considered David’s wife Karen as a second daughter. He was proud to be “Poppa Tom” to his beautiful granddaughters, Samantha and Leah, his “earth angels”. His sisters Florence , Jean and Helen always held a special place in his heart, and brother Raymond, who he lost too soon, held a special place in his memory. He was uncle and great-uncle to a host of nieces and nephews across Canada. His friends, John and Jim, his “go to guys”, were very dear to him. As Tom leaves us here with many wonderful memories for us to share and laugh with each other, he is now re-united with granddaughter Victoria Robyn, “his special angel in heaven”, who welcomes him and takes his hand to lead him on his new journey. “Death doesn’t matter….. we will always remain what we were to one another.” A Celebration of Tom’s Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 100, Brighton, Saturday, October 20, 2018 from 2 to 4 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements in care of the Brighton Funeral Home, (613-475-2121).
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