September 22, 1960 – November 22, 2023
It is with much sadness we announce the passing of our Tom on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at Brampton Civic Hospital. He is now reunited with his parents Tom and Alice Willoughby. Beloved brother of William and Sonya Willoughby. Adored uncle of Alyssa and Thomas Edwards, Johnathon and Aaryn Willoughby. Loved great-uncle of Kevin and Nate Willoughby. Dear friend of Terry and Grace Stafford, and Doug Patterson. Special cousin of Mel and Marie Rodgers. Best friend of Charlie, his dog. Tom was a long time employee of McDonalds, on Carrier Drive; a Black Belt recipient in Karate and an avid model car builder. Tom was very proud to be a special Olympic swim contestant (1972 Winnipeg). He was a kind and gentle person who will be missed dearly.
The family wishes to thank Brampton Caledon Community Living for their support throughout the years. If desired, donations may be made to Brampton Caledon Community Living (www.bramptoncaledoncl.ca/en)
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S., (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) on Monday evening from 5 – 8 o’clock.
Funeral Mass will be held in Holy Family Roman Catholic Church, 60 Allan Drive, Bolton on Tuesday, November 28 at 12 o’clock.
Followed by cremation.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Stephanie Axworthy
I am so very sorry for your loss. May happy memories provide comfort during this difficult time.
Larry Bain
Sorry for your loss Bill. I remember how Tommy always had a smile when ever he meet anybody.
Pasquale Tortorici
My deepest condolences from my family and on behalf of the Caledon Cruisers Car Club family, he will be sadly missed. Always had a smile at the ready for everyone, never missed a cruise night, sitting with the Monte Carlo and walking around with his brother Bill with an ice-cream in hand and admiring the cars.
CARMEN FERNANDES
So sorry for your loss Bill & Sonya. Wherever Tom is, he will always be in our hearts.
Mike Mcveigh
So sorry for your loss. Myself and Cathie send our condolences during this hard time.
Elaine Engman
My sincere condolences on the loss of Tommy. Mum always spoke so kindly of him and his love for his out west family. Hope he is wearing a white cowboy hat ( bad guys wear black) and smiling at everyone. Hugs and love to Bill and Sonia, and family.
Al Squires
Bill and family I am so saddened to hear of Tom’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Our friendship goes back many years when I was one of his drivers at Caledon Community Services, also many years with The Caledon Cruisers and now at The Davis Center. Tom will be missed by so many people. Stay strong during this sad time. Al Squires.
Lorella Fraccaro
Bill, Sonia, Alyssa and Johnathon, I am so very sorry for your loss.
My thoughts are with you.
Trevor Rolston
We are deeply sorry for you and your family’s loss.
lucy pupulin
Bill and Sonia, I’m soo sorry for your loss,
Hope god gives you comfort, all the good memories, my thoughts and prayers.
Lucy Pupulin
Erin McVeigh
Sonya and Bill we are so sorry for your loss. Wishing you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
William
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and blessing to the family.
Sue & Norm
So very sorry for your loss Bill & Sonya. You are in our thoughts.
Frank D'Andrea
My deepest condolences Bill, Sonya, Johnathan and Alyssa on the loss of your Brother and Uncle Tom
Jenny
So very sorry for your loss Bill and Sonya. Our hearts go out to you and family during this difficult time.
Stephen and Jenny Collins
Jim Patterson
Bill & Family my sincere condolences. I will always cherish all of our families memories of Tom
Cindy Johnson
Our deepest condolences to you and your family Bill. Paul will always remember the camping trip with you and Tom to Algonquin Park.
Tom will be smiling down on his family now with your mom and dad.
You are all In our thought and prayers
Cindy and Paul
Carmela Paolozzi
Dear Bill and Sonia,
I am so sorry to hear this sad news. I remember seeing Tom many times at McDonalds. Although it is a difficult time
never forget all you did and that you have a lifetime to cherish those wonderful memories. May God watch over your
family and give you the strength to move forward. I will keep you in my prayers, may God bless you,
My deepest condolences, Carmela Zuccarelli-Paolozzi
Francesca Zuccarelli
I am so sorry to hear about your dear brother Tom’s passing.
Our heartfelt condolences to Bill, Sonya and the Willoughby family during this very difficult time.
May the memories of happier times with Tom bring you some comfort and peace.
I can recall seeing Tom at McDonald’s always working hard.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all and may God bless your family.
Francesca Zuccarelli and Rosaria Zuccarelli
Linda Munro
Dear Sonya and Bill,
My heartfelt condolences to you and the rest of the family in the loss of sweet Tom. The many memories you have of all the happy times spent with Tom will comfort you. My thoughts are with you all.
Pauline Parsons
Dear Bill and Sonya ,
I was saddened to hear about the passing of Tom. I know what a valued family member he was. He will be sorely missed by all of your family.
May you find comfort in the days ahead that his suffering has come to an end and that he is now in a better place.
My thoughts are with you at this time
Pauline Parsons
Tony Martins
Dear Bill, Sonia, Alyssa and Johnathon,
So sorry to hear about Tom’s passing, my deepest condolences. May he rest in peace , my prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Tony Martins
Amanda
Dear Bill, Sonya & Family
We are so sorry for your loss. Wishing you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Jacob and Amanda Balon
Angela Zuccarelli
As you move through the difficult days ahead, may the lifetime of joyful memories your family was able to share with Tom carry you. Condolences to Bill, Sonya and the Willoughby family.
Angela Zuccarelli
Angie
Dearest Sonya and family, my sincere condolences to everyone during this very difficult time.
Life is full of learning and this is another learning experience given to us. May you all come together and talk, laugh and remember all your time together good and bad.
Lots of love and prayers
Angie (Julia’s friend at her building)
Steve Onisto
Heartfelt condolences to the entire family for your loss. It is not an easy time but hold on to the memories and know that his soul is at rest.
Heartfelt prayers to the family!
Steve, Luana, Joseph and Christian Onisto (John and Aaryn’s neighbours)
Susan Clayton (Harbridge)
Sorry to learn of Tommy’s passing. I know he had a wonderful life with his family and friends.
I think of him flying our home made kite back in the hills on Ardagh Road many years ago.
Kate
Bill, Sonya and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you.
Kate and Larry Arnold
Kim Machete (Jessup-Stoddart)
Dear Bill and Sonya,
I had the most sincere pleasure and honour of working with Tom and your family many years ago when I was with BCCL. I wish all of you peace in the many memories you have of your brother. He was blessed to have such loving siblings that showed him so much love.
His smile lives on in my heart.
Enza Nikalaidis
Sonya and Bill,
We were deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your brother, Tom. Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time.
We will always remember Tom and his loss will be deeply felt by all who knew him. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Enza, Samantha, and Alexandra Nikalaidis
Corra colella
Dear Bill and Sonya,
We are so saddened by the news of Tom’s passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy. We know how much he meant to your family and to his extended community of friends. Sending our prayers to all of you with much affection….Corra and Mike Colella
Lina Argiro
Sonia, Bill, Alyssa, Jonathan,
our deepest condolences to you and all those who deeply miss Tom . Your hurts will mend with the memories Tom has left you and the love that he shared with you all . Our most sincere apologies for not having been able to participate in the services. Our thoughts , prayers and love are with you all during this difficult time .
With much love the Argiro family.