THOMAS “TOM” GALONSKI

THOMAS “TOM” GALONSKI September 4th, 1940 – September 5th, 2024
Tom Galonski, beloved husband of Mrs. Marlene Galonski, passed away in hospital, September 5, 2024, at the age of 84 years. Besides his loving wife, Tom is survived by his family; sisters, Marion Bleile and Frances Nickel – Medicine Hat, Alberta; children and stepchildren, JoAnne (Dan) Dick – Oyen, Alberta, Margie (Gordon) Hynes – Burlingon, Ontario, Marcy Leigh (Grant Lawton) – Calgary, Alberta, Brad Handsaeme – Edmonton, Alberta, daughter-in-law Pat Enns – Redcliff, Alberta and daughter-in-law Brenda – Calgary, Alberta; ten grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Tom was predeceased by his parents, Ted and Freda Galonski; late wife, Margaret; sons, Donald and David Galonski; and sister, Connie Galonski.
Tom was born and lived his life in Medicine Hat, Alberta. After his wife Margaret’s passing, he was reacquainted with Marlene, whom he knew in earlier years as a friend of his sister’s. They married in 1983. Their marriage expanded their family with Marlene’s children, Marcy and Brad. Tom had a heart of an explorer and loved to drive wherever his vehicle would take him and his family. There were many road trips to Elkwater and to the mountains for camping, hiking and picnics. He was a member of the Medicine Hat Police Service for twenty-five years and received the Police Exemplary Service Medal in 1987. Tom was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion #17. He enjoyed fishing, playing pool, cribbage and darts.
A Celebration of Life with Poppy Service will be held on Thursday, September 12th at 1:00pm at The Medicine Hat Legion Canteen Room. Condolences may be made at www.gracememorial.com. Arrangements are made by

Grace Memorial Affordable
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1924 10th Ave N.W.
Medicine Hat, Alberta T1C 1T5
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