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Nk nails posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Our condolences to Mickey and family from all of us from NK. John will be missed. We will always remember his big smiles.
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Marian Giroux posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Dear Mickey.. I’m so sorry to hear of John’s passing. And that I was not at the funeral in person. I did watch the live stream and it was such a beautiful service. I hope you are doing ok and I know you are surrounded by love. Take care of yourself.
Love Marian Giroux
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Lawrence Buganto donated to ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF CANADA - SOCIETE ALZHEIMER DU CANADA
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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Stan Reitzel donated to GRAND RIVER HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Rhonda and I would like to extend our condolences for the passing of your father - John.
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Hendrika Johnston donated to Alzheimer Society Niagara Foundation
Monday, April 15, 2024
Dear Andrea, Brent and the Kerklaan family we send our deepest condolences. Our thoughts are with you today and the days to come.
Rika and Jack Johnston
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PHILIP CLARK donated to ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF CANADA - SOCIETE ALZHEIMER DU CANADA
Monday, April 15, 2024
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Brian orr posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2024
Our deepest condolences to Mickey, Chris, Jeff and Andrea on Johns passing. He will be missed by so many whose lives he touched.
We first met John and family fifty years ago at a Cottage resort in Haliburton. The Bugantos, Orcutts, Falgianos rounded out a group of fun loving families. John always joined in everything providing his love of life and fun.
Over the years, we shared in Cruises, European trips couples golf plus guys golf and fishing trips. Great Memories that will never be forgotten.
Our prayers for strength and comfort go to Mickey, their children and family. Find solace in knowing John provided a strong sense warmth and positivity to everyone he touched during his extraordinary life.
God Bless, Pat and Brian
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Phil & Marilyn posted a condolence
Monday, April 15, 2024
Our condolences to Mickey, Chris, Jeff, Andrea and their families. John was a great friend we will ever cherish, always upbeat, with a quick smile and sense of humor. John, we will miss you. see you on the other side Bud.
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ROBERT J Elstub donated to ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF NIAGARA REGION
Sunday, April 14, 2024
Hi Mickie and family, Joan and I are so very sorry for your loss, John's passing is too soon and too young. We hope this sad time can be replaced by woderful memories shared with him during all the good times passed.
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Sunday, April 14, 2024
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John leaves behind a legacy of accomplishments and cherished memories.
He was a remarkable individual; an engineer, a fellow golfer and traveler who took on challenges using both intellect and skill.
He embraced every aspect of his life with zest and enthusiasm.
He was a bon vivant who enjoyed the finer things in life, an executive, a professional, a community leader and a dedicated father.
He was a man of character and values committed to his teenage sweetheart and loving spouse, and their family. There was romance in his story.
John always seemed to have a sparkle in his eye. His sense of humor brought laughter to those around him.
I remember John as a friend and a joy to be around.
RIP John old buddy.
P.S. The Pictures below start in 1983 and end in 2009. Yes Mickey & John fell asleep in their chair after golf at our Virginia home.
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Maxine McQuade donated to Alzheimer Society Niagara Foundation
Sunday, April 14, 2024
I was John's secretary at St. Catharines Hydro from 1992 - 1998. He was a very inteligent man with lots of ideas and plans. So sorry that he had dementia in his last years. I enjoyed the video tribute and to see what a wonderful enjoyable life he experienced. Definitely a family man.
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Lauri Dysiewicz uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, April 13, 2024
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you Aunt Mickey, Chris,Marianne and Amanda, Jeff, Michelle, Ben and Grace, Andrea and Brent.
Uncle John's wisdom and warm smile will never be forgotten and his memory will live on in our hearts forever.
Thinking of you all and sending our love
Lauri, Rob and Lindsi
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Dianne Roberts posted a condolence
Saturday, April 13, 2024
Mickey, I was so sorry to hear of John’s passing. I enjoyed the video tribute so much. You had a wonderful life together, but it is never quite long enough, is it. Thinking of you and your family.
Dianne Roberts
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Brid O’Reilly lit a candle
Friday, April 12, 2024
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Mickey and Family….Wish we were with you at this sad time. Will join you in spirit from Dublin as you celebrate beloved John’s life. May John’s gentle soul rest in peace.
Thinking of you all…….Brid and Phil
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Brian posted a condolence
Friday, April 12, 2024
So Sorry for your loss... Brian Ellis.
friend from Gyro Club of St. Catharines.
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Don Chambers posted a condolence
Thursday, April 11, 2024
I knew John through the Gyro club. It was a privilege to know him. I shall miss him and his ever smiling face and gentle demeanor.
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Ray Ring posted a condolence
Thursday, April 11, 2024
John joined us last summer when the ladies were golfing. We called him coach and enjoyed his company at the clubhouse. I wish I had known John earlier. He was a kind gentle and gentle man
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The family of John Kerklaan uploaded a photo
Thursday, April 11, 2024
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A Memorial Tree was planted for John Kerklaan
Thursday, April 11, 2024
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The family of John Kerklaan uploaded a photo
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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