John Thomas “Jack” Thul
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of John Thomas “Jack” Thul on Tuesday, May 26th, 2020 at the age of 95 years.
He was predeceased by his wife, Olive; and sons, Bill and Tom. John is survived by nine of his children: Dorothy (Al), Linda, Barb (Ralph), Brenda (Aubrey), Helen (Del), Donna (Philip), Grant, Jackie (Doug), Rhonda (Jeff), and daughter-in-law, Phyllis; his grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; brother, Duane (Nola); and sister, Deanna. John and Olive loved living in Marquis, SK as it was a community of friends and a great place to raise their 11 kids. In his early years, John enjoyed working for Amil Sagal at Sagal Bros Garage. He married Olive Forsyth of Lake Valley, SK in July 1945 and started work that year at Richardson Pioneer Grain, where he spent 42 years until his retirement in 1987. In 1965, he was able to start buying land and do the farming that he loved. John was an active member of his church and community, as an organizer and fundraiser. He loved sports and enjoyed fishing, hunting, curling, playing baseball and coaching the boys’ ball team for 17 years. After retirement and moving to Moose Jaw, John and Olive continued their love of opening their home to family and friends for gatherings and playing cards. John would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need. He loved going to the YMCA every day and even won a Western Canadian Weight Lifting Championship while in his 80’s. In recent years, he loved spending time with his family and enjoyed teasing his grandchildren and cheering them on at their many sporting events. John will be fondly remembered for his many sayings. Two of our favourites are:
“Keep ‘er between the ditches”
“Keep me in mind”
In keeping with John’s wishes, a Private Family Graveside Service will be held. Our sincere thank you to Extendicare and Providence Place for the caring and kindness they gave to Dad. As an expression of sympathy, donations in John’s name may be made to the Moose Jaw Health Foundation, 55 Diefenbaker Drive, Moose Jaw, SK S6J 0C2. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Michelle Ellis, Funeral Director 306-693-4550.
I am so sorry for your family’s loss. Jack, as you well know, was one of those people that makes an impact on everyone he meets. I’ll never forget all the trips to the Marquis coffee shop and climbing up on his knee for a visit and maybe a nickel for a treat! Then seizing him around town as I grew up, he would always greet me with a hand squeeze in a wink. He certainly has
left an imprint on my life and I will always remember him fondly.
Hugs to all, Amanda
I felt very special as a kid sitting in the grain truck in the elevator as Jack would always take time to come over and ask me how I was and what I was up to and remind of of what a good helper I was to my dad.
This was extra special as it was in an era when kids were more “seen” than “heard”. He ALWAYS had time to speak to me! I still use him as an example of how to make a shy, quiet child feel important by taking the time to just say a few words to them!
Jack was one of the persons I viewed as a FOUNDATION in our community. He could always been seen at all our important events like our Christmas Concerts, Sports Days or the rink.
He would help me tighten my skates all the while chatting away to me… so special!
Jack will certainly be missed!
Sincerest condolences to the Thul family, your dad always told such great stories, wonderful guy. Lots of love to you all.
My sincere condolences to all of Jack’s family. Jack was such a kind man Always had a smile for everyone. Hugs
My sincere sympathies in the loss of your Dad. May he now be hugging his beloved Olive and visiting with old friends. All the best to you all.
So Sorry to hear of your dad’s passing.
He and all of your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Peace,
Fr. Rick
To Doug ,Rhonda and Thule family. Cal and myself are so sorry for your loss. Our condolences to all.
I’m so saddened for your loss. Please know your all in my Thoughts and Prayers. Sending a hug to Wonderful Brenda and Aubrey.
We were so sorry to hear about the passing away of your Dad . Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time .
Our sincere condolences to the Family of Jack Thul. He will be remembered and missed by many. Ken & Shirley
Our sincere condolences to the family of Jack Thul. He will be remembered and missed by many people. Ken & Shirley
So sorry to hear of your dads passing, he lived just down the street from our family for years..lots of memories of our families growing up together..thinking of all of you at this difficult time..hugs from the Buettner family
My condolences to John’s family. I new him from the YMCA and as a neighbour. He always had time to tell jokes and his laugh which I will remember forever. I will miss his kindness.
Bernie McGillis