I am deeply saddened about the sudden lost of Tom Harper.

I met Tom a few years ago while embarking upon a classic car project for our local police veterans association.

Recognizing the value our project would bring to the community, Tom was immediately supportive to our cause, supplying at cost the new tires for the car while his exemplary staff performed the installation of four new tires.

Since this initial encounter, I have continually returned to Harper’s Tire for our automotive tire servicing.

They never disappoint!

As our friendship grew, I learned more about Tom while his “pros” at the shop worked their magic, always providing an incredible level of service delivery.

Tom’s business was a third generation family run business and one he has grown since taking the reins from his father.

His family and their history must be so proud of all he has accomplished in his life, including building and fostering relationships while continuing the successful family tradition of providing Calgarians with the highest quality of automotive service that they can depend upon when visiting Harper’s Tires.

My deepest condolences and prayers are with Tom’s family; his staff at Harper’s Tires and all his life-long friendships.

Sincerely,

Dale Flemming

I am saddened and heartbroken to learn of my friend Tom today. As long as I can remember Tom was our client at RBC 411 - 58th Ave S.E. Calgary. He would come in to our Business Services and both of us would always joke around yes and get into trouble. I called him Tattoo man because he always said he had a tattoo and he couldn't show me. Tom would always make me laugh lol ... I will miss his sense of humour. When I told Tom I was retiring he started to cry. That's the kind of passionate man he was.

My heart goes out to family and friends. Thinking of you at this time.

I'm sorry I missed the celebration of like as I just found out today of Toms passing.

I am a loss for words ......

I never really met Tom, he has always been in my life making me laugh. From Christopher Robin to Henry Wise Wood he was always there. Boy did we laugh alot, sometimes so much it got us in trouble. We played on every strip of grass in the neighbourhood and in all kinds of weather. We rode bikes all over as well. One time while riding back to my house we came out of the alley and Tom popped a wheely. The tire fell off and rolled away. He was shocked at first but then realized what he had to do. Keep going!!! He made it across 73rd Ave and accepted his fate. With that grin of his and the look of "Oh well, here goes nothing" he set his forks down into the pavement.

Our deepest condolences go out the the Harper clan as Tommy will be sorely missed by all. We will continue on accepting his fait, and will find smiles and humor as he would want us to do. Love to you all Nori, Lisa, Joey, and Anthony.

Tom always took the time to share a smile and brighten your day, we shared lots of laughs over the years. It is with a very heavy heart that I write this to say goodbye to a good friend.

My sincerest condolences to Tom’s family during this very difficult time.

Tom you will be missed.

I’m so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. I remember the good times at Sylvan Lake when we were kids. My sincere condolences to Angie and Michael and Danny and your families.

It broke my heart when I heard about the passing of Tom. He was an amazing person who treated and loved everyone equally. I had the pleasure of working for him for 16 years and seeing his smile almost every morning when walking into work made my day that much better. His sense of humor never got old. We talked sports all the time as that was his passion and even went to a couple flames games together. My deepest condolences go out to his family Angie and Riley, Dan, Michael

Tom you will be greatly missed by all.

I consider myself incredibly lucky to have known Tom and enjoyed his smile, amazing humour, and huge heart. It is impossible to think of him and not smile. It is incredibly sad to say goodbye.

I have always thought of Tom whenever I see someone in a Hawaii t-shirt - this is how I will always remember him.

My thoughts are with Angie, Tom's family, and everyone who loves Tom.

We are all so lucky to have shared so many smiles and laughs with this extraordinary person.

Tracy Waters

Sending condolences from the staff at Brunel Commercial Interiors. All of us who had a chance to know Tom will miss his friendly greeting and jovial nature through our many years of service at Harper's Tires.

Tom will be sorely missed by all.

Tom was a great uncle. Although the last few years we only saw each other at Christmas parties and family gatherings, due to me being out of the country, he was always genuinely interested in what I was up to and how my tennis was going. Tom loved watching sports and followed my university tennis matches on-line with my dad, cheering me on. I will always remember Tom’s kindness, sweetness and sense of humour. He was always making us laugh with his jokes, quick wit and his funny gifts. We will all miss him so much.

We are so very sad to hear the news of Toms sudden passing! We all have so many amazing memories of Tom. Sending our condolences to Angie, Riley, Danny and family, Michael and family and Mrs Harper. He will be missed by so many!

Langton family Cara, David, Brian, Michael and Stella

Bev, Danny, Michael, Angie, Riley and family,

Words can't express how sorry we are for your loss. I hope the stories you share today bring you some comfort. Tommy always made me laugh and he was always smiling. We will be thinking if you all on this difficult day.

Love Alana, Kevin, Kayla and Jayden

Sending our love and prayers and deepest condolences to you all. Tommy always made us laugh, what a beautiful soul! We will always hold fond memories of him. Love Always....

Cindy, Simon, Joanna and Mark Spence and families.

Sending my condolences to all the family. Tom was a vibrant and wonderful cousin and will be missed. Love to Angie, Riley, Bev, Danny, Sally, Cleeve, Mile and Loretta and thinking of all of you in your time of loss.

Jill Barnes and family

Toi Angie, and the Harper family

We were saddened to hear of Tom's passing. Sometimes life is just not fair.

Please accept our condolences.

Pat & Bob Fitzsimmons

Our sincere condolences to the whole Harper family. We are saddened to hear of Tom’s sudden passing. Sending thoughts & prayers.

Lorne & Louise Gudlaugson -Grande Prairie

Angie, Riley and the Harper family. Russell and I are so incredibly sorry for loss. We loved spending time with Tom at the lake. We will always cherish our memories of our good times together. Please accept our deepest sympathy.

Love from

The Crook Family

Kevin, Sherry, Trysten, Brandon Turner: Our sincere condolences to Angie and Riley Harper. We will always remember Tommy's wonderful demeanor and his smile that could light up the entire room. Thank you for sharing some time with our family! Rest in peace my friend and spread your gracious wings throughout the universe!!

We are shocked and truly saddened to read of Tom’s passing. You guys were the best neighbours for many years! Our deepest condolences to Angie and Riley and the rest of his loved ones. You will be in our hearts and prayers. Colin and Roxanne Rootes and family

I am very sorry to hear about Tom's passing. I worked for him and Riley at the car wash for a short time. I always enjoyed joking around with Tom when he came in, always happy and a smile on his face.

My sincere condolences to the entire Harper family. Rip Tom you were an amazing guy! You always had a quick smile for me and a grin that was unstoppable. See you on the other side my friend.

Wendy bach

I will always remember Tom as a happy and quick witted person. Always ready and able to calm people around him with his composed and clear headed approach.

Will miss you Tom.

Our deepest sympathies to the Harper family. Tom, Dan and their father Stan were highly respected in the tire business.

Tom and his great laugh and personality will be greatly missed!

The Vasseur Family

I will always remember Tom as having the biggest smile whenever I saw him at the lake . Sending condolences to Angie and Riley - may you treasure the memories and let those memories fill your heart at a time of grieving .

Hugs

Steven and laurie gathercole

Advanced landscaping

My sincere condolences to Angie and Riley and the Harper family. Tom will be missed by all who knew him. Hold your memories in your heart.

I was fortunate enough to have Tom as my best friend since we we were 3 years old and went to Christoper Robin pre school and the as we grew up together we were both still friends and anyone who had the opportunity to meet Tom was a fortunate person. His generosity, outgoing personality and quick whit and that impish grin put a smile on everyone else’s face when they were around Tom. He was a great friend, father, husband and friend of many people who are now missing him and his spirit and his love of life are sharing the grief that comes from the passing of such a loved person who was a true friend and loved by so many people around him.

Tom will be sadly missed but never forgotten or far from my heart and thoughts of the great times that we shared together in his life.

“Harp” you made my life better just by being there with you and sharing so many moments with me!

You will be sadly missed by me and everyone around you!

Goodbye to the best friend I could ever have ever had!

My thoughts extend to Angie, Riley and their families!

Rest in peace my friend!

Dave Gerlitz

Riley and Angie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time. I will cherish the moments always that I was able to share with Tom from the hangouts at the house, and the great memories made in Phoenix, Hawaii, and Sylvan Lake. I will always appreciate his humor and was happy to be with him to see the Lions beat the Packers.

Our family sends you our love,

JT and The Becks

My sincere condolences go out to Tom’s family and friends, I grew up with Tom and Chinook Park and went to all the same Schools, I have such fond memories growing up with Tom with his kind demeanour , contagious smile and great sense of humour …and his love of the song “Hotel California” when it was released by the Eagles’