Passed away peacefully, with his daughter holding his hand and Dean Martin playing on the radio at Hillsdale Estates, with enough time to ring in the new year up in heaven with his sweetheart, Bruna. Survived by his devoted daughter Erika, beloved son-in-law Jeff, best-bud and grandson Braeden, siblings Mary and Harold, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
A successful Realtor in Peel Region he, alongside his wife Bruna, were the dynamic duo that helped shape the Caledon and Bolton area over their 40-year career. He was dedicated to his family and gave his fullest, goofiest and most generous self to those in his life. To have known him was to also receive some of the best advice, support and encouragement. He just loved to hear how people were doing and immersed himself in others’ stories. His enthusiasm and joy for life will be felt when watching the planes fly overhead, taking a drive in the countryside, hearing AC/DC and eating a plate of homemade lasagna. He is undoubtedly taking a joy ride with his wife in a Corvette and all set to barbecue a steak dinner. We will enjoy his signature drink, an ‘Iceberg’ (red wine, sliced peaches and two ice cubes), in his honour, but not before 4 o’clock tea-time of a Coors Light shared with your sweetie.
If you’d like to join us in celebrating John, the arrangements are as follows:
Public Visitation Thursday, January 23rd from 6-8pm at Thornton Funeral Centre, 1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa (905-579-6787).
Funeral Mass will be held at St. Joseph the Worker Parish, 1100 Mary Street North, Oshawa on Friday morning, January 24th at 11am.
Interment to follow at Thornton Cemetery, 1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa.
If you are called to make a donation in his name, please consider the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Maureen Bruce
Oh John. I remember your smile and the time you spent telling me what to do and what to expect. Such a wonderful patient and kind man. You won’t be forgotten.
Maureen Webster
Remembering John fondly from my time at the Town of Caledon. Condolences to his family. RIP. Maureen Webster
James Healey
John, RIP.
Angelo Sperduti
Dear Bruna and Family, I was very saddened to hear that John has passed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, John and your Family. Angelo and Cathy Sperduti, Palgrave, Ont.
Arlene & Paul Di Iulio
Our condolences to the Grogan family. We shared many years working with John, enjoying his subtle wit, his calm and thoughtful words of advice, and his friendship. May he rest in peace.
Arlene & Paul Di Iulio
Margaret & Kathleen Cronin
We send our sincere condolences to Erika & family, and Mary & Harold. Having known John , , his parents & family before, we share love for Albion and Bolton areas, too , where we were all born and raised. John was a great friend to Mom, calling her often to share news and memories. Mom is 103
Carmen Woodburn
Sorry to hear of John’s passing. Always found him to be an honourable competitor in a very competitive business. May he rest in peace.
Fay McCrea
I must say that John was the most conscientious and honest realtor I have ever met. If he was selling a property he would come into the Town of Caledon and get the zoning information of the property and make sure he sure knew exactly what the proposed buyer could legally do on the property. I recommended John to many people who were thinking of buying or selling in Caledon because there would be no surprises. We used to keep in touch by phone until he moved to Oshawa and I missed having conversations with him. Rest in Peace, John. Sincerest condolences to Bruna and his family. He will be missed.
Maurice Radke
I taught John in grade 8. We maintained a friendship for many years. I remember him taking me to tour his father’s meat cutting plant when he was going to Holy Family. Later he helped the family with real estate matters. A good man.
Thomas Bremner
John will be dearly missed by many in his profession. His visionary outlook formed the template for much of Caledon’s development.
May he now leisurely cruise the heavens. Knowing that his numerous accomplishments are reknowned . RIP.
Ken Graham
John was always a true gentleman and a pleasure to talk to over the years. Our condolences to his family.
Ken and Christina Graham
Gwen Walton
Wow, I am speechless! My Heart goes out to John and his family. I am truly sorry for your loss. He was an amazing person and longtime friend. Rest in peace my friend
Terry and Karen Coles
I will really miss John as he was such a sincere and caring individual., Karen and I extend our condolences to the Grogan Family. John was a lifelong friend.
Terry and Karen
Jim & Jarmila McAllister
Deepest condolences to the entire Grogan family. John will be missed dearly by all that knew him. May he rest in peace
Richard Cestra
Erika,
So sorry for your loss(es). Has been too long since your parents supported us through our year partnering together at Danny’s. Thinking of you all through this from my family to yours.
Richard
Catalano Family
Our most sincere and heartfelt condolences Erika Braeden and Jeff.
We pray that God has received him with much fervor -Angels, Harps and Trumpets.
May he Rest in Peace and perpetual light shine upon him and your beautiful mom.
Steve Doherty
Sorry for your loss.
Ran into John at numerous events and it was always a pleasure
Steve and Gayle Doherty
Lois Walton Barton
My condolences to the entire Grogan family. John was a a friend and neighbour from our youth. Admirably, he had the ability to connect and maintain many friendships over the years. He will be missed.
Sincerely, Lois Barton
Stefania
Bruna and Family
I am so sorry to just hear of John’s passing. He was a wonderful man who I had the privilege of meeting and working for within the office. May he rest in peace. My thoughts are with you all.
Biagio Mazza
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. John was a good friend to the Mazza family in Bolton. John was the visionary that promoted development in Bolton. We lost a great man.
Bette Jane (Gibson) Jahnke
So sorry to hear of John’s passing, a wonderful friend. Deepest sympathy to his family.