John will be dearly missed by Teresa ''Terry'' his loving wife of 47 years, their sons ; Allan (Donna) and James, as well as their granddaughter Abby.
John also leaves to mourn his sisters : Vera Biesenthal, Isabel Hartley, brothers ; Melvin, Robert and Arthur as well as many nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his brother Rueben.
As per John's wishes, there will be no funeral service, a private graveside service will be held at a later date.