Obituaries

John...the best of the good guys! He will truly be missed by those of us in his Costco family. He will always remain in our hearts! To his children, may you hold onto the memories to keep you strong!

Met John playing basketball at the YMCA on Fermor. Probably around 1985. It was just a pick up basketball league. Having said that, we all play (or try to) like we are in highschool playing for the championship!!! He was a strong competitor and a great runner. He had a nice shot! John would always be talking on the court and had a great sense for the game. I just found out tonight that he passed!! So sorry! After ball tonight we all went for a beer like most nights after ball. We started talking about guys that used to play. I mentioned John and someone said he had passed. It was sad to hear. I was shocked. John was a fiery competitor on the court but nothing but a gentleman any other time. He will truly be missed by the guys from Wednesday Night Basketball!

It was a privilege to work with John at Costco for a short period of time (2012-2013). Thank you John for being a part of my life and many other peoples lives. You touched so many hearts. John was such an amazing human being, and a close friend that was a co-worker of mine. It seemed that everytime I was around him, he also had a great sense of humour, made everybody smile in his presence and reading all these tributes made it very profound that he brought out the best in other people's lives. The best in others, but more importantly than anything else he was an honest person as well as a genuine human being that will be deeply missed. I am truly grateful to have worked with John for as long as I did. In closing, John was very intelligent and a very welcoming person, but the quote that really summed up his life to me was quoted by Arthur Schopenhauer who once said ' Talent hits a target no one else could hit; genius hits a target no one else could see'. The reason I use this is quote is because John had so much in-depth knowledge of electronics and learned alot from him that will be useful for the rest of my life. John will always be remembered and missed, but never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Be at peace.

It was a privilege to work alongside John at Costco, albeit for a short period of time. John was a level-headed, intelligent and welcoming person, and you knew right away why he meant so much to everyone around.My condolences to the family and all of John's friends.

Gene & I are very sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a very down to earth kind of guy yet lots of fun. Rest in peace my friend. We are so glad he found his soul mate in Rita, it was what he was always looking for. Our prayers are with his family

It was a honour to have known you sir. My thoughts and prayers go to your family. We will miss you

Johnny was the most 'stand up' guy I ever met. He never judged anyone, and was always willing to lend a hand to anyone. A true gentleman. RIP my friend, you will be missed.

John will be sadly missed and fondly remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during their time of sorrow. Be at peace.

Johnny!! Love his mighty Indy Colts and mighty Peyton Manning, also his Tab drink. We talked a lot about NFL football. Love talking to him about a lot of things. Very caring person! My thoughts and prayers to John's family.

John you'll be Sadly Missed. I Loved the talks we had about Vegas and what to do next. Rest in peace. My Thoughts and Prayers go out to Jeremy, Jason and Gaylena.

We all had a lot of fun in the seventies, dinner parties and card playing John taught us the Las Vegas games. John loved his sports and played basketball whenever he got a chance. Sorry to hear of his passing.

My thoughts and prayers are with John's family during this difficult time. I had the privilege of working with John at the Winnipeg Free Press. He would always ask me with his warm smile and huge laugh if I was still trying to curl and that he was waiting for me to win the 'Silver Broom' and I would have to remind him it was the Brier I was trying get to. Rest in peace my friend. You will be sadly missed but never forgotten.

We have lost one of the greatest people in the world. He has touched so many people with his friendship, strength, wisdom, and love. He will be sadly missed but forever remembered.

John we sure had some fun times working together at the Free Press and what, we ended up working together again at CostcoWe both thought a lot of you. Your suffering is over. We will always remember your wit and kindness

We were sorry to hear about John's death. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Our deepest condolences to the family.

John was a very special person...Our thoughts and Prayers are with his family during this difficult time. He will always be fondly remembered...

John was a great brother-in-law, and we are blest to have had him in our family. We love you and will miss you, John.

Where u come from you, you. Was Johny's and my favorite saying to each other. He will be sadly missed!! I pray for strength and peacefulness for his family. Rest in peace Johny!!! We all love you!!!