THORNHAM, James David
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of James David (Dave) Thornham. Dave passed away on December 4, 2017 surrounded by family. Dave leaves Nancy, his wife of 47 years, children Jamie (Sarah) and Suzanne (Sandy), grandchildren Claire, Neve, Abigail, and Jay and siblings Susan (Maureen), John (Joyce), and Pauline (George).
Dave was a kind and generous man who enjoyed road trips with Nancy in his Yukon and spent many happy summers on Sesekinika Lake. In recent years, Dave took much pleasure in volunteering with COPE Service Dogs and “dog-sitting” his newest best friend, Posh, the yellow lab.
Dave had many friends across Canada and the US because of his long and varied career in mining. Dave will be missed by all the lives he touched. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Donations may be made in his memory to COPE Service Dogs: http://copedogs.org/ 75 Dyment Road, Barrie, Ontario, L4N 3H6, 705-734-COPE (2673).
Pauline Thornham
Posted on: Thursday, December 7, 2017So very sad to lose my brother, and wish Nancy, Jamie and Suzie, as well as Dave’s grandkids, the best in coping with his absence.
Gayle Havrot
Posted on: Thursday, December 7, 2017My sincere condolence to Nancy,Jamie ,Susie and families.
Denis and Vivian Roberts
Posted on: Friday, December 8, 2017Dear Nancy and family,
We are so saddened to hear of David’s passing. We remember many fond evenings spent together in Corner Brook. God bless you all. Warm hugs, Denis and Vivian
Sheila and Terry Armstrong
Posted on: Friday, December 8, 2017Nancy and family, We are so saddened to hear of Davids passing. May all your memories keep you strong.
Wendy Hubbert
Posted on: Friday, December 8, 2017Nancy and family, it is with a heavy heart Don and I offer our condolences. I am glad we got to speak, cry and hug together at RVH. Always here when you need someone. Hugs.
Anna Logan
Posted on: Saturday, December 9, 2017Nancy, I’m so distressed to hear you’ve lost your wonderful spouse and dear, dear friend, Dave. You’ve shared such an interesting and exciting life together, which will give you many happy memories to look back on. I’m so glad to have known Dave through you. His many involvements in life, particularly latterly with COPES, have been of great interest to me. What a kind, good man. We shall all miss him, but none more than you.
Shirlee Viljoen
Posted on: Sunday, December 10, 2017Dear Nancy—I just got off the phone with Maxine who conveyed the sad news of Dave’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Shirlee and Jacques
Grace LeDrew
Posted on: Wednesday, December 13, 2017Nancy and Family, I am heartbroken to hear the news of Dave’s passing. It was so unfortunate that we did not get together when you guys where in Corner Brook last summer. Dave was a great boss and friend to me while I worked at Hope Brook Gold Inc. We certainly shared in a lot of good times together, great memories, especially of you home on Halloween, Nancy! He will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Doug and Judy Bell
Posted on: Thursday, December 14, 2017Nancy, Jamie and Suzie, I can’t believe what I just read!! We hadn’t heard about Dave’s passing until Doug was just on face book and saw it. I feel sick and wish soo much we lived closer to be with you. I will call you tomorrow. You and the family are in our thoughts and prayers. I commented on the picture of Dave, Jamie and grandson–I feel so badly. Love, Doug, Judy Bryanne and Marla. .