Contributions to the tribute of Frederick Arthur "Art" Tompkins

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Royal Canadian Legion posted a condolence

Friday, July 11, 2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Tompkins family at this time. Comrade President Toni Russell, RCL, Branch 479, Niagara Falls, Ont.

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Sharon McKeown, Past District B Commander posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

To the Tompkins Family, I just learned of Art's passing. Please accept my condolences. I had the pleasure of serving on District B Council of the Royal Canadian Legion with Art. He was Deputy Zone B6 Commander, when I was Deputy B-7. We moved on to serve as Zone Commanders at the same time. During our terms, we conferred often on situations arising in our respective zones. I recall his occasional outbursts of frustration with rules, which he did accept with time. Always putting Veterans needs second, Family first. In 2002, because of a Westjet delay and a Mother Nature tantrum, I had the opportunity of an extended visit of 7+ hours, with Art and Daphne, exchanging many life stories, waiting for our flight, delayed due to weather in Hamilton. To have had that time with them both, was a blessing, as I recall, sadly, Daphne passed not long later, as did my 1st Vice President travelling with us. Art, as I knew him, was a most dedicated Legionnaire. Though sorry he has passed, his long and full life has left his family with a legacy of happy memories, from which to find comfort, in the days ahead. May he rest in peace. God Bless.

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John Bennett posted a condolence

Monday, July 7, 2025

Sincerest condolences to Uncle Arthur’s family and friends. We know he meant a great deal to you all and will be very much missed in your lives. Mum (Arthur’s sister Eileen) always spoke very fondly of her big brother and I know she always regretted not popping over to see him in Canada! I have no recent memory of my Uncle but I am aware of what a kind, loving and generous man he was!! From John, Yvonne and Family

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Gerald(Jerry)Martin posted a condolence

Friday, July 4, 2025

My sincere condolences to all the family on the passing Art. I worked with Art for many long years at Stelco. Art was a Rigger and I was an Ironworker. We were in the Field Services Maintenance Department. I also would bump into at the Stoney Creek Legion and chat with him if we met. He was always upbeat and smiling. Quite a character but was always a gentleman 1st class. He will be missed by all those of us who knew him. May he Rest In Peace. Psalm 46:10. Jerry(Drdolittle)Martin- Ironworker :)

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Kaylyn York lit a candle

Friday, July 4, 2025

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Neil Lemieux posted a condolence

Thursday, July 3, 2025

I was also a rigger at Stelco . Arthur always shared a special place in my heart as one who treated everyone with respect , unlike many others there .It was a particularly special to see him again at different events after I retired . He took the time to learn about you .A man that made this world a better place . Neil Lemieux

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Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Frederick Arthur "Art" Tompkins

1923 - 2025

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