Peacefully at the Brantford General Hospital on Thursday, August 6th, 2015 in his 99th year. John, Beloved husband of Dorothy for 56 years; cherished father of Debbie (Rick), Donna (Shawn), Dale (Norm), Dane (Laurel), Diane (George), and Linda. Dear Grandpa of Charlene, Kim, Robert, Kylie, Shayna, Dylan, Ryan, Tegan, Candis, Erik, and Great Grandpa to Aaron and Hunter. He will also be sadly missed by his sisters Blanche and Ruth, and his many other family and friends. John was a Veteran of the Second World War. The family will receive friends at the THORPE BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 96 West Street, Brantford, on Sunday, August 9, 2015 from 7 to 9pm. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday in the Chapel at 1:00 pm followed by interment at Mount Hope Cemetery. Donation in John’s memory to your favorite charity would be appreciated by the family. THORPE BROTHERS 519-759-2211
