After a brief illness at Centenary Hospital in Pickering, it is with great sadness we announce the passing of John Gaston at 83 years of age. He is survived by his loving wife Muriel Evanson Gaston of 47 years. Loving father of Katrina Gardiner, Penelope Scobie, Yvonne Gaston and John Jr. John will be lovingly remembered by his many grandchildren who reside in Scotland. Family and friends are welcomed to visit at Giffen-Mack Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 4115 Lawrence Ave. E., Scarborough (one block west of Kingston Rd.), on Sunday, May 1, 2016 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Tributes will be shared from 3:00 pm. Cremation. Condolences may be made online at www.giffenmackscarborough.com