John was one of the most enthusiastic people I have ever met.  Back in 1992, he coached a TimBits hockey team.  That year, our 6 year olds played 84 hockey games, I think in competition with the NHL.  As newcomers, we thought this was normal, and thought long and hard before we registered for the following year.   Last time we met was at The Citadel Theatre, as we shared our exuberance for the production Jersey Boys.  We both agreed it was great!  He always had a ready smile which I am sure will be missed.    
Dawna & Wayne Scrivens

I had a pleasure meeting John and working with him in the same building for the last few years. He was one of the most genuine people to be around and was always so positive. One would never know his struggles, as he had this unique ability to lift person’s spirits. I joked with him calling him Clark Kent, as he would bounce back so quickly and get back to work after those days he wasn’t feeling well. 
His kindness will be truly missed.

Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound. Your chains are gone. You a free of the cancer, the pain, and the fight. You will be missed by so many, and I know you are watching them.

I had the pleasure of working with John for the last number of years.   We had many good conversations, however, the conversations I will miss the most involve our beloved Edmonton Oilers.  Go Oilers Go.  

He always looked at the glass half-full and continued to show support to my family during his fight.  

Chad Ferguson

My most heartfelt sympathies to you, Alyssa, Kelsey, Graeme, and all of John’s family and loved ones. 

Alyssa and I were kids together and when you’re young, your friends’ parents are like arms-length versions of your own. I remember Mr. Haunholter's smile and gentle humour. 

In this time of sorrow, please know you are in my prayers and my heart. 

Meghan

We have been next door neighbours with John and Sandi for the last 10+ years and we could not have had a better neighbour. John was often out in his yard and would always stop to say hello to our kids. Regularly  having to stop his yard work to watch them doing tricks on the trampoline or learning to ride their bikes, he always cheered them on. We liked to think of him as our Grandpa next door!

We will always remember and admire how kind John has been to us over the years. He often brought by thank you flowers and sometimes even toys and treats for the kids. He would always stop to say hello when shovelling or out in the yard and would keep a watchful eye over our place whenever we were away.

As we have been pondering our memories of him the unanimous consensus has been that John was simply the best. He will be dearly missed!

-Amy and Tyler Bennett and Bethany, Connor and Eleanor

A fond memory with John was the paddling trip with our boys at Sechelt, BC when the Woodhaven students were still enjoying the privilege of an outdoor adventure under the watchful eye of Roy McConnell.
John was in a single kayak, and was one of the few adults who DIDN’T end up in water. All the kids were fine in the tandem kayaks…
For the best part of a week we enjoyed the camaraderie and fresh oysters on a cedar plank over the campfire.

My first meeting with John was during an evening when my obligations were political in nature and he attended to support his daughter and her team. He was gentle humoured, intelligently grasped the importance of the occasion  to us all and with his presence, his insight and his ability to help our team score a win…well I will always remember the event. John always was ardently and lovingly supportive of his children…he will forever live in their hearts and in the hearts of those he loved!
Iris Evans

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John Thomas Haunholter

May 22, 1953 – October 2, 2024

Parkland Funeral Services

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