John is predeceased by his dad Jack (1972), his sister Adrienne (2005), his daughter-in-law Lynsie (2017), and his mom Mabel (2019). John is survived by his beloved wife Patti, and his loved children Julie (Bill), Jaime (Steve), Ed (Elyse), and his darling grandchildren Mia, Logan, Ella, and Carter. He also leaves behind his loving sisters Chrissie (Harry), Val (Dean), and Marj (John). He was a well loved uncle and great-uncle to his many nieces and nephews, and always was interested in their lives. Proud godfather to Evan Arthur. Loved son-in-law of Bev Wilkinson and brother-in-law to Wendy (Dave), Kerry (Lucy), Kim (Patsy), Jim (Ute), and Bill (Beth). John was a true horseman with passion. Like his dad before him, teaching youth and young horses was his favourite thing to do. He was respected and admired throughout the horse industry. He was a farrier, teacher, mentor, and friend to many. He will be sorely missed. A Celebration of Life will be held at Lone Tamarak Arabians, 305 Moores Road, Haldimand, Ontario on Friday, June 14, 2019 from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. If desired, in lieu of flowers, donations in John's memory may be made to “John Bridge Memorial Scholarship” for a Roper in the Ontario High School Rodeo Association, If you would like to donate send an e transfer to [email protected]. Please indicate “John Bridge Memorial" on the e transfer, the family will also be collecting at John’s Celebration Of Life & Alvinston Rodeo or Toronto Sick Children's Hospital. (Arrangements entrusted to Markey-Dermody Funeral Home).
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