In Loving Memory of
Derrick Tomlinson
1971-2023
Obituary of Derrick Tomlinson
On Monday, January 2, 2023, Derrick, a man who was always exuberant and positive, passed away at the Greater Niagara General Hospital, at the age of 51. He will be missed by his best friend and loving wife Shelley Tomlinson. Cherished father of Holly (Cameron) Lepage, Avery Parker Tomlinson and Logan Tomlinson, and stepfather of Mitchell and Brady Perry. Special grandfather of Sawyer Lepage. He will be forever loved by his mom, Sharon (Al) Johnston and by his brother Tyler (Patty) Tomlinson, and stepbrother Brad Johnston. Uncle of Eve and Emma Tomlinson. He was predeceased by his father Ken Tomlinson.Derrick was well known and will be remembered for the many years of service in the car industry. Through the years he worked his way from salesperson to Manager. He enjoyed the role as it encompassed networking opportunities that he really loved; devoting time as a member of the BNI Group and volunteering for Crime Stoppers. Outside of his career, he loved fishing, travelling and cheering on his hockey team, Toronto Maple Leafs. Friends and family will remember him by his various nicknames Eli, Ernie, Doug Favell, or characteristically by his ability to make people laugh at any time and for always being optimistic.
A special thank you to his medical team who provided excellent care to Derrick over the years at Toronto General Hospital. In accordance with Derrick's wishes, cremation has taken place and arrangements have been entrusted with Essentials Cremation and Burial Services (905-354-2133). A celebration of Derrick's life will be held at a later time, which will be announced. If interested, donations can be made to the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre at the Toronto General Hospital.
In memory of Derrick, when you feel down or defeated always remember one of his favourite quotes, "Whether you think you can or think you can't - you're right." -Henry Ford
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Derrick – I am saddened to hear the news of your passing. I enjoyed working with you. I feel grateful we got to golf together last year and enjoy a couple beers in the summer time. It was great to get to know you & how highly you spoke of your family. Even though you were a leafs fan, we got along well. My condolences to your family and may you rest in peace.
Dear Derrick,
You where such a kind sole , fun and full of life always a happy soul.
Your messages to me when I went into the car business was always uplifting and admired and thank you for being a friend.
Through Highschool you where always the glue and reunions the glue.
We lost you to soon especially to your beautiful wife you found love and we where all so happy for you!
Life can be to short we lost a good one but you will never be forgotten .
Til we meet again
Colleen
I am so saddened to hear of Derrick’s passing, I knew him for quite a few years, worked with him in the car business. Sending condolences to his wife and family.
Although we didn’t see each other often, Derrick will always be remembered in my heart for his warmth, his laugh and his caring. He cherished his relationships and wasn’t afraid to show it. Rest well my little cousin….you became a big loved man… And you made a difference in the world. You will be missed.