John passed away at the beloved family farm, in Vernon, British Columbia, surrounded by family. He is survived by his sister, Edna Brown, his brother Harold (Lydia), his wife of 69 years, June Baumbrough, his children Shelley (David), Judy, Louise, Doug (Jeanette), Buffy, and his seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. No services or memorial will take place, at John’s request.