In memory of

Thomas McLerie

December 31, 1948 -  November 10, 2024

Peacefully with his wife by his side, Tom (75) died at home, after a long battle with Lewy Body Disease. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 53 years, Erica, and their children Nicole (Garrett), Shannon (Jason) and Robert (Soonie). He was a proud grandfather to Mackenzie, Kiana, Madelyn, Kaiya, Kaitlyn, Maliek, Garrett, Kerstin, Rylee and Xavier. He was also a proud great-grandfather to Saoirse. Retired from being a Professor for Seneca College (RAQC) he loved to travel the world with his wife, especially on cruises. A Celebration of Life (visitation) will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the Simple Alternative Funeral Centres 1057 Brock Road, Pickering from 1 pm - 5 pm. If desired donations can be made to the Baycrest Foundation.

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Mary & Sandy Ritchie (Cousin)

Entered November 21, 2024 from Guelph Ontario

I remember December 31, 1948 the day Tom was born. I turned 12 years old a month later on January 31, 1949. The McLerie family were gathering at my grandparents house in West Wemyss to celebrate Hogmanay. When we heard my Uncle Stewart (Tom's father) in the scullery talking to my grandmother we rushed to hear his news. He told us that he & my Aunt Ella had a son & they were going to name him Thomas (Tom) McLerie after my father. My father was very proud.
Rest in peace Tom.

Courtney Henry (Colleague)

Entered December 6, 2024 from Toronto

Tom and I worked as fellow Seneca Polytechnic professors.
It's very sad to see him transition into the afterlife so soon after retiring from Seneca.

Tom was the consummate professional. Along with a vast reservoir of knowledge in the area of pharmaceutical regulatory affairs, he served his students and the Seneca community well.

He will be sorely missed by his colleagues and others.
May the memories he left serve as a source of comfort to all of his family and friends.

Courtney Henry (Colleague)

Entered December 6, 2024 from Toronto

Tom and I worked as fellow Seneca Polytechnic professors.
It's very sad to see him transition into the afterlife so soon after retiring from Seneca.

Tom was the consummate professional. Along with a vast reservoir of knowledge in the area of pharmaceutical regulatory affairs, he served his students and the Seneca community well.

He will be sorely missed by his colleagues and others.
May the memories he left serve as a source of comfort to all of his family and friends.

Renasha Andrea Small-O'Connor (Student)

Entered December 9, 2024 from Brampton

My heartfelt condolences to the family of Tom McLerie. His accomplishments in being a pioneer in teaching pharmaceutical regulatory principles and for being an educator for so many years are something to be truly proud of. His contributions to health and safety of Canadians will never be forgotten. Thinking of you during this difficult time.

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