Passed peacefully at home on Friday September 7th, 2018 surrounded by family and his four-legged companion Riley.Beloved husband and best friend to Janette (nee:Higgins).Much loved dad and step-dad to Kari-Lee, Rachel and Jesse.Adored son to Sylvia and the late Tom Rorke. Dear brother to Trish (Mike), Rosslynn (Dave) and David. Special uncle to several nieces and one nephew.Loved brother-in-law to Robert and Cathy.Tom will be missed by all of his friends and family and remembered specially by Linda. He will forever be remembered for his courage, grace and humour throughout his illness.If so desired memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society of Durham, Bowmanville Salvation Army or the Bowmanville Royal Canadian Legion.A celebration of life will take place on Monday September 17th, 2018 from 1:00 until time of memory sharing at 2:00 P.M. at the NEWCASTLE COMMUNITY HALL (20 King Ave. W., Newcastle).