Tributes have poured in for Eurobodalla councillor and former mayor Fergus Thomson OAM, who died on Friday morning with family by his side.
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Mr Thomson had battled a brain tumour since December, 2013, but continued to serve on the council until he could no longer do so.
Colleagues, friends and community members have paid tribute to the Belowra farmer and Surf Life Saving stalwart, who had an infectious laugh, a friendly disposition, and a clear passion for family.
We have included some of the tributes below:
“RIP Ferg. May heaven be overflowing with scotch, great waves, good jokes, and good company”
- Kerri-Anne Mesner (on social media)
“Vale Ferg. Thanks for being a part of our lives” - Petra Mrshka
“Condolences to the Thompson family. Very sad news. I hold fond memories of many camping trips to Belowra and always a visit to the Thompsons. RIP.”
- Kylie Hite (Salway) (on social media)
“Rest in peace. On behalf of FSC Fsc Branch Slsnswcondolences to the family.” - Andy Edmunds
“Such an amazing man and true gentleman. He will be greatly missed and forever appreciated. Condolences to Yvonne and family.”
- Michele Edwards (on social media)
“Our deepest sympathy to you” - Bill and Ruth Louttit
“Ferg - thankyou for getting me under and through those waves way back when. Be forever free”
- Denita Wright-Smee (on social media)
"Fergus was well known throughout our community for his commitment to helping others, always going the extra mile for those that were in need.
"Fergus loved the Eurobodalla and helping shape the future was something he was passionate about, which is why even during his illness he stayed so involved with what was happening in the region.
"The community is what drove his determination, to ensure it was headed in the right direction and that it was represented so fiercely and positively, always with the utmost integrity.
"Fergus will be missed by many, his legacy will live in the decisions he helped form and his memory will be forever etched in our community." - Member for Bega Andrew Constance
“I was saddened to learn of the passing of Eurobodalla Councillor and former Mayor, Fergus Thomson OAM. Fergus passed away at his Belowra home this morning surrounded by his family. “Fergus was an important part of our community and worked tirelessly for the people of the Eurobodalla. From his lifelong involvement with Surf Life Saving, through his service on council and as Mayor, and, less publicly, to all whose lives he touched through his kindness and dedication. “Even through illness, his commitment to helping others was undiminished. “We will long benefit from Fergus's service to the community through the enduring legacy of his good works. “I offer my condolences to his wife Yvonne and sons Brendan and James. Vale Fergus Thomson.” -
- Federal Member for Eden-Monaro, Dr Peter Hendy”
“My condolences to Yvonne and the Thompson family” - Melissa Franzen
“Fergus was a passionate believer in his community. "He worked tirelessly to improve the lives of the residents of the Eurobodalla shire. “Ferg was an inspiration for me in my (prostate cancer) battle and his strength and interest in others, at such a difficult time for himself, I will always hold in fond memory.”
- Eurobodalla Mayor Lindsay Brown
“RIP Fergus a true gentleman” - Geoff Marshall
“Ferg was the 'elder statesman' of Eurobodalla Council. He provided important links to local government, state-wide, and was a font of information for new councillors. He had a genuine love for our shire and will be sadly missed by many in the community and we will be the poorer from his loss. We are thinking of his family at this sad time.”
- Eurobodalla Councillor Neil Burnside
