Tristan James Thomas 26 January 1984 – 13 November 2024
CONTRIBUTE
TO MEMORY TIMELINE
Tristan you were one in a million. Such a kind hearted person. I will never forget the wonderful weekend we had in Melbourne. Rest peacefully.
Hey T2. Only knew you through cricket but that was enough. You were a great guy, an excellent team mate and a wonderful player. I'll always remember the chats we had when you bought your first home; the land, then the build, then the decorating. Rest in peace brother. Gone too soon. JD.
Often the "worst on field" and winner of the pink trophy and having to wear the pink jersey next game to hopefully encourage a better performance.
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Often the "worst on field" and winner of the pink trophy and having to wear the pink jersey next game to hopefully encourage a better performance.
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T2 was valued team member for the TOTS, but also the Big Fellas (seen in this red jersey), The Armadillians (on a different night) and was always willing to fill in for other teams that were short.
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Our last drink with T2 on the Sunday before he passed. We had a great day at the stadium watching Australia play the Paki's. An honour to have been amongst the last to share a beer and shake his hand.
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T2 started playing for the TOTS Indoor Cricket Team around 2018. He brought enthusiasm, reliability, good banter and the added benefit of bringing our average team age down significantly. T2 proved to be a great fit in the team and in an unofficial countback over the years, he earnt "Best on Field" just as many times as "Worst on Field" where he was regularly honoured with the coveted pink jersey which had to be worn during the next game with the hope that it would push a better performance (but rarely did). T2 was brave and loved fielding up close where he would use the angry crab stance (actual image included in his timeline) to intimidate the batter for some brilliant catches and run-outs over the years, but also copped smacks all over the body and one square in the eye just recently. During the post-game debriefs in the carpark he was always quick to remind us of his brilliance, and of course we'd temper that with truths of the drops, missed run-out chances, **** bowling and terrible running between the wickets. That said, several years ago T2 contributed magnificently in a TOTS grand final win and I'm sure there were a few more GF's for the other teams as well.T2 never missed a game or an end of season event. Most recently, we all went to the stadium to watch Australia play Pakistan where we enjoyed a great catch up over a few beers whilst watching the game that we all loved. It was unimaginable that he would be gone only a few days later, but I guess we were lucky to have shared his company so recently, and to have shook his hand one last time. T2 brought us so many laughs, good times and memories over many years. We will remember him as a very funny bloke who loved his mates as much as they loved him and a cricketer who always gave his absolute best. Well batted mate! TOTS
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Thank you T, for always being one the best humans we know. You are an incredible friend over the past 20 years. Words can't describe how much I'm going to miss you. Still can't believe you aren't here anymore. T, hopefully you are in a better place, cause you only deserve the best. We will never forget you xxx The Lemons
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Tristan so sad hearing of your passing may you rest peacefully. Sending love, strength and condolences to all your loved one's. Kristy
Rest easy, Tristan. I never expected you to break my heart, but this news did. You were too kind for this world and deserved a far happier ending as a grey-haired old man. I'm sorry it came now. Thankfully, you always lived life to the fullest and loved those who loved you. Thank you for your endless generosity and for always looking out for my sister when I couldn't. Thanks for the memories. Take care, mate.
Gemma Geoff Beau, and all the family. So sorry for the loss of your boy, way too soon. My heart feels your pain and we in our family send our love and condolences.
I’m deeply sorry for your loss. Tristan was a wonderful friend, with an incredible sense of humour and the kindest heart I’ve ever had the privilege of working with. Sending love and strength to the Thomas family during this difficult time.
So sorry I could be there in person today Trist, what a beautiful tribute to you, lots of emotions here in Melbs from the ring in Crew member. Thank you for being such a great friend & making everything fun. We will miss you but we will never forget you, always in our hearts. Love from Ditto & Maya xx
Thank you for being the most wonderful stranger I’ve ever met at a train station, I’m so grateful for that day. Rest easy 💙🕊️
Dear Tristan, thank you for letting us meet you. we will always remember you as my private taxi driver. thank you for also assisting our Liza. love Anita&Ben
Ahh Trist, there are no words to describe how much our world's have darkened without you. I wish we had more time, more memories, more laughs. I'm grateful for what we did have, 10 years in each other's lives in various forms. See you again one day buddy, keep a seat warm for me til then xx
Tristan you were one in a million. Such a kind hearted person. I will never forget the wonderful weekend we had in Melbourne. Rest peacefully. Read full message here.
Hey T2. Only knew you through cricket but that was enough. You were a great guy, an excellent team mate and a wonderful player. I'll always remember the chats we had when you bought your first home; the land, then the build, then the decorating. Rest in peace brother. Gone too soon. JD. Read full message here.
Grand final winning performance several years ago. View full message
Too Old Too Slow (TOTS) Indoor Cricket Team
Often the "worst on field" and winner of the pink trophy and having to wear the pink jersey next game to hopefully encourage a better performance. View full message
ToTS
Often the "worst on field" and winner of the pink trophy and having to wear the pink jersey next game to hopefully encourage a better performance. View full message
ToTS
T2 was valued team member for the TOTS, but also the Big Fellas (seen in this red jersey), The Armadillians (on a different night) and was always willing to fill in for other teams that were short. View full message
TOTS
Our last drink with T2 on the Sunday before he passed. We had a great day at the stadium watching Australia play the Paki's. An honour to have been amongst the last to share a beer and shake his hand. View full message
TOTS
T2 started playing for the TOTS Indoor Cricket Team around 2018. He brought enthusiasm, reliability, good banter and the added benefit of bringing our average team age down significantly. T2 proved to be a great fit in the team and in an unofficial countback over the years, he earnt "Best on Field" just as many times as "Worst on Field" where he was regularly honoured with the coveted pink jersey which had to be worn during the next game with the hope that it would push a better performance (but rarely did). T2 was brave and loved fielding up close where he would use the angry crab stance (actual image included in his timeline) to intimidate the batter for some brilliant catches and run-outs over the years, but also copped smacks all over the body and one square in the eye just recently. During the post-game debriefs in the carpark he was always quick to remind us of his brilliance, and of course we'd temper that with truths of the drops, missed run-out chances, **** bowling and terrible running between the wickets. That said, several years ago T2 contributed magnificently in a TOTS grand final win and I'm sure there were a few more GF's for the other teams as well.T2 never missed a game or an end of season event. Most recently, we all went to the stadium to watch Australia play Pakistan where we enjoyed a great catch up over a few beers whilst watching the game that we all loved. It was unimaginable that he would be gone only a few days later, but I guess we were lucky to have shared his company so recently, and to have shook his hand one last time. T2 brought us so many laughs, good times and memories over many years. We will remember him as a very funny bloke who loved his mates as much as they loved him and a cricketer who always gave his absolute best. Well batted mate! TOTS
Thank you T, for always being one the best humans we know. You are an incredible friend over the past 20 years. Words can't describe how much I'm going to miss you. Still can't believe you aren't here anymore. T, hopefully you are in a better place, cause you only deserve the best. We will never forget you xxx The Lemons View full message
Liza LemonTristan so sad hearing of your passing may you rest peacefully. Sending love, strength and condolences to all your loved one's. Kristy Read full message here.
Rest easy, Tristan. I never expected you to break my heart, but this news did. You were too kind for this world and deserved a far happier ending as a grey-haired old man. I'm sorry it came now. Thankfully, you always lived life to the fullest and loved those who loved you. Thank you for your endless generosity and for always looking out for my sister when I couldn't. Thanks for the memories. Take care, mate. Read full message here.
Gemma Geoff Beau, and all the family. So sorry for the loss of your boy, way too soon. My heart feels your pain and we in our family send our love and condolences. Read full message here.
I’m deeply sorry for your loss. Tristan was a wonderful friend, with an incredible sense of humour and the kindest heart I’ve ever had the privilege of working with. Sending love and strength to the Thomas family during this difficult time. Read full message here.
So sorry I could be there in person today Trist, what a beautiful tribute to you, lots of emotions here in Melbs from the ring in Crew member. Thank you for being such a great friend & making everything fun. We will miss you but we will never forget you, always in our hearts. Love from Ditto & Maya xx Read full message here.
Thank you for being the most wonderful stranger I’ve ever met at a train station, I’m so grateful for that day. Rest easy 💙🕊️ Read full message here.
Dear Tristan, thank you for letting us meet you. we will always remember you as my private taxi driver. thank you for also assisting our Liza. love Anita&Ben Read full message here.
Ahh Trist, there are no words to describe how much our world's have darkened without you. I wish we had more time, more memories, more laughs. I'm grateful for what we did have, 10 years in each other's lives in various forms. See you again one day buddy, keep a seat warm for me til then xx Read full message here.