Obituary of Derek Gerald Thomson

                               Thomson, Derek Gerald                      March 10, 1924—January 27, 2012 Peacefully on Friday January 27, 2012 in Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Doris (formerly Moorhouse, nee Giberson). Derek was born in Dumfries Scotland March 10, 1924. He joined the army and served during WW 11 with the Kings Own Scottish Borderers from 1942-1948. He emigrated to Canada in 1957 and worked for Toronto Parks on Toronto Island for many years. He and Doris met on the Island and married in 1989. They retired to Arnprior and built a small home on the family cottage lot on the Ottawa river. Derek will be remembered for his constant good humour and dedication to his wife, Doris. Predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Elizabeth and brothers Arnold and Ronald. Survived by his sister Betty and brother Tom in Scotland, his loving wife Doris and step children, Daniel Moorhouse, Donna Cunningham, Mona Moorhouse, Julia Kollar and their families. A special thank you to the staff at The Villa, Arnprior Hospital and Dr. Trang. In memoriams donations to “Partners in Caring” of Arnprior Hospital would be appreciated.                                                Arrangements by                                            The Boyce Funeral Home                                     Chapel, Visitation and Reception Centre                                             138 Daniel Street N., Arnprior A memorial service will be held later in the spring. Condolences / Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca