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Peggy Harbridge Dall posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 7, 2014
I had the great privilege of staying at John and Judy's home back in 1975 when our Toronto high school group headed to then Spence Bay for a student exchange. May God give you all peace during this difficult time, and know that you have all made a huge impact on my, and so many others lives.
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Fred Way posted a condolence
Friday, February 14, 2014
I know it's past the anniversary of John's death, but it's Valentine's Day and I've been thinking about him. John was many things, but above all he had a big heart.
In the mid 80s John and I were promoting the Goose Bay Air Base in Europe. We spent the weekend in Rome. Wandering along a street filled with other tourists and street vendors I was about 10 paces behind John. I looked ahead and saw a young girl about 10 years old and wearing a sandwich board advertising a restaurant approach John. Her head came up to John's waiste. She pressed the sandwich against John's thigh and pointed at the sandwich board with her left hand. Meanwhile I could see her right hand going into John's pocked.
I said "John she has her hand in your pocket". John didn't miss a step. He put his hand down and closed it around her hand inside his pocket. There was a look of absolute terror on the little girl's face. She was looking up into the face of a giant whose pocket she was picking. I'm sure she fully expected her hand to be crushed. John reached into his other pocket and pulled out a bunch of lira, that was befor the euro and lira weren't worth much, and handed them to her while releasing her other hand. When she took the lira John gave her a gentle pat on the head and walked on. The little waif just stood ther with the greatest look of relief and astonishment on her face.
That was John.
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Jim and Atmo posted a condolence
Friday, January 31, 2014
A year on, and John is still very present in our thoughts. Either that or he's haunting us...
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Gunther Abrahamson posted a condolence
Thursday, January 30, 2014
You are in my thoughts on this sad day.
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Jamie and Michele MacDougall posted a condolence
Sunday, February 17, 2013
February 17, 2013
The whole MacDougall family is truly saddened by the passing of our wonderful friend John. Michele and I first met John and Judy in St. John's in 1969. It was through John and all of his family and friends that we came to know and love Newfoundland. Stuart was born in Newfoundland and has remained a Newfoundlander at heart ever since. Stuart and I will never forget the fishing trip in Labrador where John taught Stu the real meaning of fishing, and Stuart still talks about the memorable visit he made to John and Judy's home in Cambridge Bay.
Michele and John hit it off right away after listening to John pontificate from the perch in his dentist chair in the middle of his living room in his suburban house in St. John's, which, true to form, had a fishing boat among the weeds on the front lawn!
One of the most exciting things Michele and I have ever done started when John banged on our door at about 2 a.m. at 39 Fox Ave. and said, "Get dressed. We are going to St. Pierre and Miquelon on the Oderin." First we had ever heard of those mystic French Islands off the coast of Newfoundland! Of course the French Gendarmes were waiting for us when we landed, but that's a story for another day. We had great times with John, good friend Miller, and many, many others; seems like we lived a whole lifetime in the two years we spent in Newfoundland. We cherish those memories to this day.
Little did we know that was just the beginning of a lifelong friendship not just with John, but with Judy and all of John and Judy's wonderful children and extended family. John went north, and looking back, it was inevitable that he would lure us to that magnificent part of Canada. John would turn up at our house in Montreal at unexpected times, wearing stunning Arctic outfits and with a large bag full of items from the North. On one occasion he showed up with a friend, the famous Inuit artist Karoo Ashevak - meeting Karoo in our living room in Montreal is something that Michele and I will never forget.
The stories that could be told are endless. It was in the north that John developed an interest in all things Deaf and he became a lifelong supporter of my work in every region of Canada - especially the North. If a door needed to be opened - he opened it without fail. He became a founding member of the Canadian Deafness Research and Training Institute and showed up at our most recent Board meeting in Montreal in November, where he made an impassioned plea for support of Margie Conroy's work with the Deaf in Uganda. Whenever I would call a Board meeting, most members would ask, "Is John coming?"
John also had a special relationship with our daughter Jennifer Paige. He was always an avid supporter of her work with the Deaf Maya in Yucatan. Only a couple of weeks ago, he spent an hour on the phone with her in deep conversation, sharing insights on issues of language, culture and identity. She cherishes that call to this day. There will be other times when the story of the MacDougall's life with John and family will be written. I imagine everyone that knows John has a similar book to write.
I am sure everyone is trying to figure out just how John had such an impact on so many people. He can't be cast into any particular mold. The only thing I can think of is that he was like a distinguished professor with many colleagues and students, all of whom feel they owed something to his hard won wisdom. But, he was not a professor - that would have been too constricting for John's life lived large. John, as his obituary rightly states, was a man who wandered many paths, took many trails, most uncharted. He used to say to me that his knowledge was a mile wide and an inch deep. I now think that was a bit of a trick to get someone pontificating about some obscure subject that John had thoroughly researched the night before. I got caught on that one a couple of times! It seems certain that John was a mile wide and a mile deep after all.
The best I can come up with is that John was the kingpin of a very large group of extremely interesting and thoughtful people. We all felt proud to be in the group, as we all knew there were a lot of very solid human beings in the group - real people from every station of life. He was the Chair of the Board.
We will all miss John.
Jamie and Michele, and Stuart and Jennifer Paige MacDougall
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Brenda and Sharon posted a condolence
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Will miss seeing your smiling face at the lab....we will also miss your superb apple pie( it was the best both of us had ever tasted ). Brenda and Sharon from the lab
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David and Mary Swan posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Dear Judy and Family, We are so sorry to learn of the loss of such a great friend and fellow purveyor of mischief. 23 years ago we would never have dreamed of maintaining weekly contact with a classmate from NDC for so long. John was the link to others in our beloved class and he will always be in our memory. I will miss the funny and often politically incorrect exchanges we've had over the years. John has answered a higher calling and I'm sure he's right there keeping the Master entertained with unmatched wit and wisdom for the ages. May you have peace and prayerful solace in knowing a great man gave us his all, greater than most men could ever dream of giving. With love and condolence, Dave & Mary
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Corwin and June Mills posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2013
We want to send our sincere sympathy to the family. Our memories of John are associated through the late John Mcneill. They were great buddies. June and Corwin
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Mary and Terry Lumdsen posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2013
We know John from his visits to our store. He shared his love of language, nature and the north as well as pride in his family during his visits. We loved his sense humour - the clever one-liners that could be missed if we weren't paying attention and the amusing emails he sent. We hope you find comfort in good memories and the support of friends. Sincerely, Mary and Terry
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annette felix posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2013
John and my dearly departed husband David Hawkins were close friends as adolescents and their families were close- David's mother being John's mother's bridesmaid. I only met John a few times but knew him pretty well from all David's fond stories of him. He referred to him as a "true intellectual" and quoted him often. One of my favorite anecdotes was about the time John first took over as ADM for Northern Development. Finding his office packed with files from his predessors he ordered his assistant to throw out half the files. "Which half?" asked the assistant. "Any half" replied John.
Thank you for the opportunity of being able to participate by web cast and being able to learn about the full measure of the man. And the slide show was heartbreakingly beautiful. I wish all his family strength in coming to terms with his earthly departure.
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len & Sandy Davis posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2013
15th May, 2011, UMELIKJUAK ALONG WITH SOME INUKTATUK SYMBOLS WHICH WE BELIEVE IS "THANK YOU…"
This was written in our Guest book, when John and Fred Camsell came to visit. They said they were coming just for one night , arrived on Friday and didn't leave until Monday… and they could have stayed forever… we shared so many stories, and it was a pleasure to listen to John talk about his life, his wife and his children and grandchildren.
Len and I met John in Cambridge Bay, NWT, early nineties. Len was job sharing the position of Site Manager NWS with Fred, and I was the Manager of the Co-Op Hotel. John like most of the people in town would often drop in to the hotel for morning coffee breaks. He was a big man in stature and he was a bit intimidating to me, 5ft 2in. John could also be found up at the Site visiting either with Len or Fred, whoever was on at that time. He would always bring someone along with him. From one visit to the next, it could be a villager, a co-worker from the Government Office, or even an MP. No not a Military Policeman, a full- fledged Member of Parliament. Yes he had many varied friends, and we were lucky to be among them…
I didn't actually get to know him as such while up North. I thought he was really rough looking and overbearing. To be truthfull , I was a bit nervous when he and Fred decided to come visit, but only for the short term. Once they arrived, I realized John was what I would describe in one word, "Nanuk" , but in my mind "The Gentle Bear".
The thing that surprised both Len and I was the fact that he loved cooking so much and we started to compare recipes, as I am in the process of finishing a Recipe book and Family Memories. He was interested and that kind of changed my whole idea of this gentle soul…
After reading about all of his accomplishments, Len and I are even more intrigued by him, a few days ago, we were talking about going to the Ottawa, Winter Carnival, and Len said and we will look up John and Judy… we thought it would be nice to spend some time with him once more. What a book his life story would make.
We will always remember his sense of humor. His parting creates a void that will never be filled. It was both a pleasure and a privilege to have known John.
We extend our Sympathies to the family, and these words to help in this time of sorrow.
"In the end, the true measure of a person is not the wealth left behind, but the richness of the memories he gave to others, and the final analysis, is the lasting impression he has made on people. "
Rest In Peace Dear Friend, we will remember you, and miss you…
Len & Sandy Davis,
North Bay, ON
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Michael LeBlanc posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2013
Good Bye John It has been an honor and a priviledge to know you. You were always an example and inspiration on how to live a good life on your terms. Thanks
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Garry Singer posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2013
It was so sad to hear of John's passing. He made such a big impact on me as a newcomer to the North, beginning in 1972, and was the one who hired me as an EDO in Rankin Inlet, where I eventually started my own family. My condolences, Judy and to the rest of the family.
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Pierre Boucher posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2013
C'est avec une grande tristesse que Colette et moi avons appris le décès de John. Chère Judy, nous t'offrons nos plus sincères condoléances. Je garderai toujours un très bon souvenir de John et de sa contribution exceptionnelle au cours du NDC en 89-90. Sa philosophie de la vie était percutante et nous faisait réfléchir aux différents problèmes de la vie. Le cotoyer fut un plaisir. Pierre Boucher
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Carina & Per, Denmark posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2013
Judy, so sorry for your loss of a wonderful husband & companion, great adventurer & friend of all living. We have your beautiful photos of the bridge in Pakenham in our hall and think of Big John every time we go out and come back home. We hope that John has found himself a peaceful home and rest in peace. Carina & Per, Denmark
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Kevin Smart posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2013
We will miss you and all the help you provided me over the years. I have fond memories of working with you in developing a Arctic Char fisheries in Cambridge Bay and Gjoa Haven.You certainly did not look too warm cleaning char in the freezing cold,on ice in mid winter, or your comments to me how I graded your fish which you landed from your fishing boat,( Oderin ) in Ramea Nfld. in the early 1950's. You were a wonderful help over the years and we will all miss you. Kevin
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Koula and Max Cove posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2013
Our deepest condolences go out to your family at this very difficult time! May you find comfort in the many memories you have of John and may you be uplifted by the many people there to support you! May God and the angels surround all of you with their love and healing energy as you move forward. John will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by those who knew him and loved him!
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Leah Elzinga (Camsell) posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2013
Sorry to hear of your loss. I got to meet John when he came to North Bay with my father (Fred Camsell) for a visit.
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Jamie and Michele MacDougall posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2013
To Judy and family, deepest sympathy and love from the MacDougall Family. John has been a true and loving friend from the time we first met him in Newfoundland in 1969. It’s hard to imagine life without his emails and calls on just about everything of interest going on in the world. His support of our work in deafness over the years has truly made a difference – particularly in the North. As Dennis Patterson, the former Premier of the Northwest Territories and the Senator for Nunavut, aptly stated on Parliament Hill on February 6th, 2013 “John was a great man.” We will miss you John. Jamie, Michele, Stuart and Jennifer Paige.
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Len & Sandy davis posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2013
15th May, 2011, UMELIKJUAK ALONG WITH SOME INUKTATUK SYMBOLS WHICH WE BELIEVE IS “THANK YOU…” This was written in our Guest book, when John and Fred Camsell came to visit. They said they were coming just for one night , arrived on Friday and didn’t leave until Monday… and they could have stayed forever… we shared so many stories, and it was a pleasure to listen to John talk about his life, his wife and his children and grandchildren. Len and I met John in Cambridge Bay, NWT, early nineties. Len was job sharing the position of Site Manager NWS with Fred, and I was the Manager of the Co-Op Hotel. John like most of the people in town would often drop in to the hotel for morning coffee breaks. He was a big man in stature and he was a bit intimidating to me, 5ft 2in. John could also be found up at the Site visiting either with Len or Fred, whoever was on at that time. He would always bring someone along with him. From one visit to the next, it could be a villager, a co-worker from the Government Office, or even an MP. No not a Military Policeman, a full- fledged Member of Parliament. Yes he had many varied friends, and we were lucky to be among them… I didn’t actually get to know him as such while up North. I thought he was really rough looking and overbearing. To be truthfull , I was a bit nervous when he and Fred decided to come visit, but only for the short term. Once they arrived, I realized John was what I would describe in one word, “Nanuk” , but in my mind “The Gentle Bear”. The thing that surprised both Len and I was the fact that he loved cooking so much and we started to compare recipes, as I am in the process of finishing a Recipe book and Family Memories. He was interested and that kind of changed my whole idea of this gentle soul… After reading about all of his accomplishments, Len and I are even more intrigued by him, a few days ago, we were talking about going to the Ottawa, Winter Carnival, and Len said and we will look up John and Judy… we thought it would be nice to spend some time with him once more. What a book his life story would make. We will always remember his sense of humor. His parting creates a void that will never be filled. It was both a pleasure and a privilege to have known John. We extend our Sympathies to the family, and these words to help in this time of sorrow. “In the end, the true measure of a person is not the wealth left behind, but the richness of the memories he gave to others, and the final analysis, is the lasting impression he has made on people. “ Rest In Peace Dear Friend, we will remember you, and miss you… Len & Sandy Davis, North Bay, ON
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Don and Brenda Thoms posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this very difficult time.
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Pete Fuller posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2013
My heart has developed another huge vacant spot. First my soul-mate and now my good buddy. Oh the times we spent solving the problems of the world and the Mac! Judy and family; my heart felt condolences to you on the loss of this pillar of strength. The pain WILL gradually subside and the memories will comfort you all.
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ummimaq aka inulirii aka quinaulirii posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
It was close to 35 years ago that you had me to dinner in Goose Bay, Umelik. You wanted to make sure I would learn and never forget what was black and blue and floated face down in the harbour. I will never forget, and as you would wish I have taught others that lesson. Judy was away that night but you wanted me to understand what I was missing, and for decades I would happily pull out some of the Them Days you gave me and travel with you both through them. Always a giving man, you brought Janet to one of our DNAkut Old Boys luncheons and what a joy it was to meet her, see in her your steadfastness and hear of my old haunts in Talurjuaq. To all of your crew that remain on the shore, my deep condolences and solidarity. And to you, Captain, no sailor more deserves a course with sun in the face and ever-moderate breezes at your back.
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Lori Ray posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
Dear Judy, Lani and family I was so saddened to hear of your loss. John was a great character, full of humour and stories of adventures past and future, and a great cook, I remember a moose stew.... I know you all will miss him terribly. On behalf of all the members of Pakenham Hort, we send our sincere condolences.
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Heather McNeill posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
Judy and Family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of John.He was such a great man. As a little girl when he would walk into the room I was so afraid of him,then I grew up and realized what a kind ,caring man he was. I have so many fond memories of John and my father together sitting down exchanging stories of their times together . Let your happy memories of your husband,father and grandfather keep you all strong at this difficult time. Love to you all Heather xo
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Bob Aylward posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
Judy, just want to thank you (and John) for all you did for me while I was Minister of Rural Development, especially that both of you introduced me to Doris Saunders, who I would have never known without your help. Thank you for everything both of you did for me and I wish you and your family my deepest sympathy. I will miss John's e-mails for sure. I enjoyed being with you and John and you made me feel so welcomed. I will never forget John.
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Rowena McNeill posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
Judy and Family, I was so sad to hear of John's death.I knew John for 57 years .He gave me my first cookbook,the Joy of Cooking. The McGrath and the McNeill family had a lot of fun times together . I know he will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Rowena
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Denise Bélanger posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
Dear Judy and family: My heartfelt sadness to you. In recent conversation, John spoke very proudly of his children and family history in Newfoundland Labrador. John's spirit continues to live on in Judy and family. A couple of my memories of John was a delicious 3 course meal he cooked for Judy and staff from Paddye Mann's studio in Pakenham; and our conversation over the telephone during my work in Kuujjuaq, John explained the Yes or No language of Inuit children, using their eyes. We shared a laugh over the description of the cute expressions from children. Nakurmiik friend.
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Donny McNeill posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
To Judy and all the Family My deepest sorrow for you loss. I have nothing but fond memories of big John. He touch and made an impact on most people he came in contact with, a man who managed to squeeze 4 lives into a lifetime. Hardly a month goes by that I am not repeating some story that includes John. A true legend in his own time, he will be missed but not forgotten.
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Sir John Daniel posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
John was the great character in our class at the National Defence College in 1989-90 and my late wife and I enjoyed his company enormously. We knew that he was a man of many parts, but seeing the list of all the roles he played in his life is breathtaking. It is now 23 years since we last saw him at the NDC but the memory remain as strong as ever. My deep sympathies to the family on a great loss.
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Jim Hyatt posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
John was a good friend, a golf buddy and a great traveling companion through Labrador and Europe. He lived a full life, rich with experiences that he enjoyed at every moment. For Judy and his family this has to be a difficult time, please accept my condolences for your loss. John, you are in my prayers, when you arrive at that better place be certain to tell them the story about........
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Gunther Abrahamson posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
It is with profound regret and sympathy that I read the email regarding John's sudden death.I was looking forward to seeing him for lunch this week. Our association goes back a few decades and we enjoyed each others company. I regret that I did not see more of him in recent years. I shall always cherish the memory of John and Judy's hospitality. In these moments of sorrow and sense of loss there is very little that one can say. Except that I know that Judy's family and friends, among whom I count myself,support her with their love and condolence in this sad moment. Gunther
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Brian, Susan and Jessica posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
To Sean, Lori and the entire McGrath Family; Our heartfelt condolences are extended to all of you. Cherish the memories . . . Love - Brian, Susan and Jessica Kemp
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Josie Tucktoo-Lacasse posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
Sending my deepest condolences to the McGrath family who are my dear family friends. We grew up knowing John as a giant gentle soul who had the best humour a person would want. He was a caring man and will be missed by everyone in Taloyoak, Nunavut. Rest in Peace Hohn and say hi to my dad David Tucktoo for me,for I miss him too. Thank you. I am sending many many hugs to his survivors Judy, Lani, Janet, Sean, Karla and their offspring and families. Nagligivagit Umeiup ilangit.
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Gerry & Gail Squires posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
Saddened to hear about John's passing. We've known him for over 40 years and so glad we had the opportunity to talk and laugh with him and meet more of his family when he visited us last summer. He was a large man with an old and large soul and we will miss his rare presence.
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Harvey Bullen posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
Kearney & Barb, Wishing you comfort & Peace in this time of sorrow and to let you know that my thoughts of deepest sympathy are with you all. Take care & God bless. Harvey
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Gerry & Gail Squires posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
Saddened to hear about John's passing. We've known him for over 40 years and so glad we had the opportunity to talk and laugh with him and meet more of his family when he visited us last summer. He was a large man with an old and large soul and we will miss his rare presence.
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Dennis Knight posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
Condolences to the family. So long to a unique individual and friend.
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Val Hearder & Veryan Hayom posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
Very sorry for this sad loss for your family. Veryan and I send condolences.
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Dianne Martin posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
Sean so sorry to hear about your dads passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this sad and difficult time
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Doreen Sullivan posted a condolence
Friday, February 8, 2013
I am so sad to hear of John's passing... Although we were third cousins, he was a favorite. His letters & emails not only documented our family's genealogy but brought many distant relations together. I cherish his stories & what I have learned from him about our family history and life in Canada that is similar to Alaska.
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Doreen Sullivan posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2013
I am so sad to hear of John's passing... Although we were third cousins, he was a favorite. His letters & emails not only documented our family's genealogy but brought many distant relations together. I cherish his stories & what I have learned from him about our family history and life in Canada that is similar to Alaska.
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Michel & Louise Charron posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2013
It is with sadness that we learned of the sudden passing of this loving family man, a dedicated canadian and a wise and cheerful friend. To Judy and family, we want to express our sincere condolances in this time of sorrow. John has had a extremely productive, diverse and eventful life and he will be missed by all those who encountered him at one time or another. May he rest in peace.
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Duane Starcher posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Simply put -- I'll miss him. John was a good friend from the late 1960's in St. John's and remained an internet friend up until his death. My email inbox and Skype account will be sadder and less humorous places from now on. My best wishes go out to Judy and all of John's friends and relatives.
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Pamela Harris & Randy McLeod posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2013
I am SO SORRY. When I saw I had an email from John I was delighted. What a shock to find that instead it announced his absence. We had just reconnected by phone last fall. He was, as always, a fantastic raconteur and an ironic humorist. How I looked forward to getting to Packenham and meeting up once more with the McGraths. John was a bigger-than-life person--how can he have left life behind? One of a kind and a rare kind at that. My heart is with all of you, especially with Judy. We will watch the webcast to join as you celebrate and memorialize his life. There is much to remember and much to mourn. Randy joins me in sending our sympathy. Life is so fragile and precious.
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S. Fraser posted a condolence
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Dear Judy and family: Loving thoughts to you all at this sad time. He will be missed at Camp David North.
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Maggie McGovern & John Manson posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Maggie McGovern & John Manson made a donation to ARNPRIOR AND DISTRICT HUMANE SOCIETY
During this difficult time we would like to extend our most heartfelt sympathies.
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Bonnie Stamos Destounis posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Bonnie Stamos Destounis made a donation to Margie Conroy Deaf Project in Uganda/Kenya
My heartfelt sympathies are extended to the Family . I have known John since the Canaadian Desfness Research and Training Institute was founded. We were both founding memebers. John has made a significant contribution to the deaf community and will be well remembered by the many people he has touched in his many paths.
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Fred Way posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Fred Way made a donation to Margie Conroy Deaf Project in Uganda/Kenya
During this difficult time I would like to extend my most heartfelt sympathies. If you need a friend to help you through this, you know who to call.
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Scott Stewart, Tristan MacGregor-Stewart, Kalista Creighton Ahouse, Tristan Creighton Ahouse posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Scott Stewart, Tristan MacGregor-Stewart, Kalista Creighton Ahouse, Tristan Creighton Ahouse made a donation to Margie Conroy Deaf Project in Uganda/Kenya
We are very sorry to hear about your loss. We send our most heartfelt sympathies. We are so glad to have gotten to spend the time we did with John and the deeply appreciate the McGrath family hospitality. We all loved John and will miss him.
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Randy Patrick posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Randy Patrick made a donation to Margie Conroy Deaf Project in Uganda/Kenya
Judy and family, I read the eulogy, and it was a great description of John. It missed a couple of important points, like 'friend', 'mentor' and 'person who changed lives'. Although I haven’t seen much of John over the past few years, I will miss him and I remain thankful for having met and worked with him. Randy Patrick
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Liam and Tracy posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Liam and Tracy made a donation to Margie Conroy Deaf Project in Uganda/Kenya
We are sorry to hear about cuz John. He was a big man with a big heart. He will always be remembered. Lots of love from our family to yours. Liam and Tracy
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Len and Sandy Davis posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Len and Sandy Davis made a donation to Heart and Stroke foundation of Canada / Fondation des maladies du coeur et de L'avc du Canada
SO sorry for your loss.We will remember him.
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Bill, Andrée and Elizabeth posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Bill, Andrée and Elizabeth made a donation to Margie Conroy Deaf Project in Uganda/Kenya
Very sorry to hear of your loss. We always enjoyed our time spent with John, a most remarkable person!
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James Hyatt posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
James Hyatt made a donation to Margie Conroy Deaf Project in Uganda/Kenya
During this difficult time I would like to extend my most heartfelt sympathies. John was a good friend for many years and he will be missed.
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Maggie McGovern & John Manson posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Maggie McGovern & John Manson made a donation to Margie Conroy Deaf Project in Uganda/Kenya
Judy & family, Our thoughts are with you in this difficult time.
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Ron & Linda Dawe posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Ron & Linda Dawe made a donation to Margie Conroy Deaf Project in Uganda/Kenya
We will miss him dearly but we will never forget his friendship. May God comfort you.
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Jim and Atmo posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Jim and Atmo made a donation to Margie Conroy Deaf Project in Uganda/Kenya
Living in a world without John, I've never done that. It doesn't seem as warm.
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Pam Harris & Randy McLeod posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Pam Harris & Randy McLeod made a donation to Margie Conroy Deaf Project in Uganda/Kenya
It was fun to hear John's stories of adventures near and far, so it feels appropriate to help other people hear in memory of John.
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Jack Sqiire posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Jack Sqiire made a donation to Margie Conroy Deaf Project in Uganda/Kenya
John was an accomplished man who lived life to the fullest. I am glad I knew him, even if just briefly. I am sorry for your loss.
