John Howard
Posted By Egan Funeral Home On January 5, 2025 @ 8:27 pm In Bolton Area,Obituaries | 21 Comments
With sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved father and grandfather, John D. Howard, who left us peacefully surrounded by family, in his 89th year, on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at Stevenson Memorial Hospital in Alliston. John was a devoted husband for 64 years to his late wife, Gwenyth Howard (January 2022). He was a loving father to Lori Howard (Owen), Lynn Howard (Emlyn), Chris Howard (Alison), and Suzanne Turcotte.
His legacy lives on in his beloved grandchildren: Emma (Nathan), Kate (Justin), Chalmers (Nicola), Ginny (Adam), Samantha, Amy, and John, as well as his great-grandson August. He was also a dearly loved brother to the late Janette (Howard) Burigana (Carl), and brother-in-law and friend to Doug (Jan) and Pat (Ab). A life-long friend of Sally & Gord. Fondly remembered by his dear friend Joan. Cherished in the hearts of all his family, friends from the Westway Bridge Club family, friends from Kincardine and close friend and business partner Lloyd (Susan).
John’s generous spirit and warm heart touched everyone he knew. He was always the first to offer help, and his sense of humor and active social life remained strong until the very end. His commitment to his family, his community, and his friends will never be forgotten.
We lost Dad to complications from a stroke Thursday afternoon. We take comfort in knowing that John lived a full, active, and meaningful life, and that his legacy continues in all of us. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Matthews House Hospice (matthews.house) in Alliston in John’s name. A Celebration of Life will be held in the spring.
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We are so proud of you, Dad.
You will be greatly missed by all whose lives you touched.
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Condolences for the family of “John Howard”
Lynn and Emlyn
I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.
Deepest Condolences to the entire family! John truly was an amazing man so full of personality! Sending big hugs to all. I know you will take comfort in all the cherished memories!❤️Love Tony, Judy and family
Lori and family,
My sincere condolences at this difficult time. Thinking of you.
Krista Lloyd
Sincere condolences to the Howard family at this difficult time
To Lynn and Emlyn and all the Howard family,
We extend our condolences at this time of loss. Cherish the memories.
Sincerely, Brian and Patti Snell.
Sincere condolences. We have fond memories of a great guy.
Terry & Wayne Stoddart
Chris, Alison and families, our sincere sympathy to all.
May you find comfort with the memories you shared.
Lori and Lynn, my most heartfelt condolences to you and your families at this very sad time. Wishing you comfort as you recall his legacy of love and commitment to his family.
Dear Chris, Alison and the entire Howard family.
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father, grandfather, great grandfather.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
May John Rest In Peace.
When someone you love becomes a memory that memory becomes a treasure!
Lynn and Family,
Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Your dad sounds wonderful and I’m sure that he will be sorely missed – but will live on forever in your hearts. We are thinking of you.
John and Gwen were both larger-than-life figures to me growing up as a “kid” in the Westway Bridge club. Humour, personality, mischievousness, generosity, hospitality, intelligence…. all these great qualities and more add up to two people who loved life, and engaged it fully. I look up to both, having great respect for their individual selves, and the team they were together. Both were good friends to my parents Bob and Doris. Thank you, John, for so many good memories. To all the family, I send my deep condolences in this time of loss. Peace.
My deepest condolences to the family. John was such a lovely man. I live in the houses by the retirement home and saw your dad almost everyday on his daily walks. Was a pleasure to meet him. Always had a smile on his face 🙂
May he rest in peace!
Janet Kuzmich
To the Howard Family,
My heart is with you as you say goodbye to your dad. I will always remember John as someone of warmth, generosity and humour. I am grateful to have known him. Much love to you all.
Cam MacDuffee
Lynn
My sincere condolences to you and your family.
To the Howard family
My condolences on the loss of your father and grandfather.
May he rest in peace. God bless.
We were so sorry to hear of John’s passing. Both he and Gwen were such special people. They will be missed by many. Love to all.
Marg, Dave, Kate and Dylan
(Gillies-Byrne family)
The world can ill afford to lose a man like John Howard. Kind, approachable, friendly, funny, caring – he’ll be missed. Thanks again for the tour of the “Skydome” when it was being built. Sleep well my friend. My condolences. Peace and sympathy Patti McKellar
Thank you so much for fond memories.
Lori & Lynn, my deepest condolences
Recently heard of this sad news. Sincere condolences to the Howard family.
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Our sincere condolences. Had many good times with John and Gwen especially at ball tournaments