Thomas George Belshaw

date of birth April 5 2000

date of death June 17 2014

Thomas George Belshaw was granted his angel wings on June 17th 2014 , following a short battle of Cancer. His final days were spent surrounded by family and friends that Thomas had touched in some small way throughout his short, yet very memorable life.

Thomas’ life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by him understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives. His gentle smile could melt the hearts of those around him.

Although Thomas' illness made him appear tired, he possessed strength, perseverance, and an ability to overcome incredible odds and physical challenges. With his courage he led us to believe that each day is a blessing and an opportunity to create lasting memories. He could spend hours with his favorite blanket and pillow pet while cuddling close to those he loved so much. He enjoyed music, sleeping late, and playing X-Box. He loved throwing the football with his dad and brother and listening to the sounds of children and especially laughter which would make him smile. He played the Clarinet and Bass clarinet in school.

With Thomas' passing we remind others that his life is one to be celebrated. Although we will miss him everyday, especially his winning smile. He will forever remain in our hearts. Through his teachings about life, we were able to create wonderful memories and it has been a privilege to be his parents. We are so thankful Thomas spent so much time with his brother and sister so they can hold the dear the memories of Thomas' gentle spirit.

Thomas is survived by his loving parents, Sandra and Louis (Greg) Belshaw of Vancouver,  WA ; brother Brandon Belshaw of Vancouver, WA ; sister Tamber Belshaw and her boyfriend Dominik Shipman of Vancouver, WA ; paternal grandmother Joan Belshaw of Durham, NC ; beautiful girlfriend Angelee Prescott of Vancouver, WA ; aunts Shawn Hedayati of Tucson, AZ, ; Sheryl Ponciano of Durham, NC, Barbara Neal of Smith River,  CA and  Sara Weeks of Bend, OR ; uncle Mark Fernandez and his fiance Nancy Atteberry of Santa Rosa, CA  ; great aunt Gloria Atteberry of Alabama ; cousins and Holly Neal and Ralph Cota of Rohnert Park, CA, Tim and Gary Elliott of Tacoma, WA ; Munir Randall of Portland, OR  Kyla and Alana Ponciano of Durham, NC,  Ariel Irmler of Tacoma, WA and best friends Isaac Anderson, Brody Varela and Manuel Delgado all of Vancouver, WA

He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents Ralph and Maxine Atteberry Fernandez and his paternal grandfather Thomas Edwin Belshaw,  his cousin Tamber Lee Neal Elliott and his Uncles Paul Irmler, Clyde Atteberry and Gary Dean Neal and Aunt Maxine Irmler

There will be a Celebration of his life June 22 2014 at The New Heights Church 400 W Evergreen Blvd,  Vancouver, WA  and a reception to follow at Manny's house.

Donations can be sent in Thomas' name to 

The Children's Cancer Association (CCA)  

1200 NW Naito Pkwy #140, Portland, OR

(503) 244-3141 

Or 

Candlelighters For Children with Cancer 

Phone: 503-235-5722 Fax: 503-214-5567 

Email: CandlelightersAdmin@gmail.com 

PO Box 2277

Portland, OR 97208-2277

www.4kidswithcancer.org