Surrounded by his loving family, It is with great sadness John courageously passed away March 13,2012 in his 59th year. Loving dad to Jessica (Spencer Hagan), Joey and Ben Gladu. Loving son of Jeannine and Armand, predeceased by his father Armand and two special ladies, Susan and Sherry. He was a giving and loving brother to Mike, Morris, Richard, Ivan, Monique, Louise and Lisa. John will be greatly missed by two special people in his heart Jeanette, and Bruce, he will also be sadly missed by so many other family members and friends. The family will receive friends at the THORPE BROTHERS’ FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 96 West Street, Brantford, on Friday, March 16th, 2012 from 12noon to 2pm. A funeral service will be held in the chapel at 2pm. Cremation to follow. Donations in John’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. On line condolence may be made at www.thorpebrothersfh.com.