Thomas Gordon Harbottle

The death occurred peacefully at home in West St. Peters's, PE, on Wednesday, May 16, 2012, of Thomas Gordon Harbottle, in his ninety second year. Born in Yorkston, Saskatchewan in 1921, he was the son of the late Gwen and John Harbottle of Yorkton and husband of the late Mary S.B. Harbottle (nee Galbraith). Survived by his son Russell and his daughter in law Lucinda Harbottle of PE, as well as his son James Harbottle and granddaughter Kim Pariseau-Harbottle of Montreal, and many nieces and nephews across the country. Predeceased by his daughter; Nancy-Jean Harbottle, his brother; Ed (Bus), and his sisters; Jean, Margaret and Blanche Harbottle.

A Former Vet of WW2, he was a Flight Lieutenant Pilot with the RAF Coastal Command in England, Africa and Italy. A graduate of McGill University, class of 1950, in Electrical Engineering, he went on to co-found Elkon Electric Ltd, in Dorval, Quebec. They manufactured and supplied electric heaters for Hydro, shipping to industries across Canada.They say it takes a village to raise a child, but it also takes a village to assist in healing and death. For all those who touched Tom's life in his final months on this planet, we thank you deeply, especially Virginia and Maureen. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Kidney Foundation in his name would be most appreciated. No visitation by personal request. Interment at a later date in Yorkton, Saskatchewan. Arrangements entrusted to North Shore Funeral Home, Morell.