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In Memory of
Thomas Bjarnason
1943 - 2018
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Paul Petro posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 20, 2018
The obituary was eloquent and a great reflection of the life he lived. I’m happy to know that he shared his deepest thoughts and feelings towards the end and that he wasn’t too overtaken by his illness as it ran it’s course.
My memories of time spent with him aren’t many but they are choice. A lengthy discussion in front of a Jay Isaac painting with Tom and Brian Pel. A boisterous dinner party at his condo on Avenue Rd with Elmgreen and Dragset, and mostly his faith in me to prepare the CCPERB appraisals that helped many works from his personal collection enter the AGO’s permanent collection. As we are temporary custodians of the art we collect so too are we temporary custodians of the earth we inhabit.
Of course there are other memories but it’s always interesting to discover which one’s flood the mind at the break of news. Tom’s left a wonderful legacy through his friendships and his patronage. My heartfelt condolences to Woody and Eddie, and to his many friends.
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Tom Caldwell posted a condolence
Sunday, November 18, 2018
kind memories from PCVS class of 1960 glad to read of his life success
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Jane Hinton uploaded photo(s)
Friday, November 16, 2018
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What an amazing life the creative Tom Bjarnason lived - from law to real estate, collecting and advising about art - AGO, Power Plant - supporting artists etc.. He will be missed and never forgotten.
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Jane Hinton uploaded photo(s)
Friday, November 16, 2018
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Jane Hinton uploaded photo(s)
Friday, November 16, 2018
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Annemarie Bayer uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
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In October 2010 his Bavarian Business Associates from Munich celebrated a typical Octoberfest in Hope, ID. Tom came to visit and join it and we had such a wonderful and joyful time together.
He will always be part of our life and never be forgotten.
Annemarie and Marie-Luise
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Bob Teeter posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
I am very sad to hear this news. I admired and respected Tom very much. He was one of the best lawyers I ever met, and more importantly, a fine man. I was proud we had a shared Icelandic heritage.
He will be missed by many.
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Clifford Lax posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
Dear Woody,
My deepest condolences on the tragic loss of your partner.
Tom and I were classmates at law school and saw each only other intermittently after graduation but whenever we did see each other,I always thought to myself that I should make the effort to get together more often.That was because he was so interesting to be with and so interested in whoever he was with at the time.
We last saw each other in June at the Sheff party and we bade each other farewell with the hope that we would meet again at our 50th reunion of our law school class.That ,sadly was not to be the case.
I have only happy memories of Tom and hope that your happy memories will be of some consolation as you mourn his passing.
Reagrds,
Cliff
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Scott Bratman posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
Dear Woody,
My sincere condolences to you and your family. Tom will be missed for so many reasons. I was always struck by his generosity and kindness, and Emy and I will always be grateful for having known and befriended him upon moving to Toronto.
Love,
Scott
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Paul marks posted a condolence
Monday, November 12, 2018
Dear Woody and family
I send pleasant thoughts of Tom’s life. His smile, wit and intellect will be remembered and missed. In Art matters and life Tom has been a mentor to me.
I have always enjoyed and cherished conversations with Tom. He shared thoughtful approaches to both Art and Life.
I am glad I could visit Tom at the hospice before his passing.
I send my prayers and positive thoughts to all who loved and cared for Tom.
He will missed
Condolences
Paul Marks
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Bernard LeBlanc posted a condolence
Sunday, November 11, 2018
I remember Tom well from my years at McCarthy's and more recently being impressed with his athleticism at the Toronto Athletic Club. He was always a very gentle and very kind person, from a summer student to a soon to be senior lawyer. I was extremely sad to hear the news and I wish to best to Tom's friends and family.
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John Ison posted a condolence
Friday, November 9, 2018
I am sad to read of Tom’s passing. Never friends but our lives crossed several times, most recently at the Toronto Athletic Club, during his career at McCarthy’s but first as near neighbours and high school colleagues in Peterborough over 60 years ago. Always professional, always intelligent, I will miss his rgulsr greetings in the gym.
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Thursday, November 8, 2018
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