I am stunned. I have known John for over 30 years. I worked with his daughter Rebecca for a few years. I saw John a few weeks ago and we had a nice long talk. I know John has been dealing with health issues for quite a while, but I did think he had some more time. He was a wonderful guy. One thing I really admired with him was that he had the gift of gab. You never had to worry about a lul in the conversation. My deepest condolences go to John’s family and friends. It was a pleasure to know you for so many years. I hope you rest in peace, dear man.

John and I have been friends for over 58 years. He was a great friend. We talked weekly. He was always there for a good laugh. Rest in peace my dear friend. I know you are in a beautiful place and no more pain.

Jim Conway and Becky Potvin and family
Was saddened to hear about loss of John. I knew John for 30 years and he was a good friend. While we spoke
rarely in later years you knew John would be there.
Jim. Know that my thoughts are with you at this difficult time. It is difficult to lose a partner after 20 plus years.
Becky. While I have not seen you since you were a teenager my thoughts are with you as well. Condolences on
losing your father. RIP John

John will be fondly remembered by his colleagues at CSA. Rest in peace friend.

John I’m still in shock. We have worked together, carpooled, partied, and kept in touch for a few decades! You will be dearly remembered & missed by me and many more.
Your quick witty way always kept us giggling at even the saddest of times.

Jim, my heartfelt thoughts and condolences to you during this difficult time. May your many Happy memories together continue to be with you going forward.

John until we meet again my Dear Friend

Barb & Tom Hawkins

The family will not know me, however, John was always an engaging client when he arrived at our pharmacy many years ago. He became a welcomed client and through him we met Bruce. He had an amazing ability to make people feel respected and appreciated.
My condolences go out to you Rebecca and your family. Rest in peace John.

I will miss you John.. one of the few people who understood my humor and put up with my political posts… we were always supposed to meet for coffee and we never did, I regret that.. rest in peace my friend

Becky, we are very sorry for your loss. Lately all we’ve been thinking and talking about were the wonderful memories we made with you, your dad, and Bruce. Those were special moments that will live in our hearts forever.

Even though I have not seen John for many years it was so nice to chat back and forth with him on Facebook. I will have nothing but good memories about him. RIP John

OMG I did not know that John was sick. He was a gentle individual whom I knew from my time at The CSA. John had a good sense of humor and was a great people person. I believe that critters loved him as well. You left too soon John and you will be missed….Paul Dodd

My heartfelt condolences to John’s family. I worked with him at CSA many years ago and have fond memories of that time. He was a very kind man and had a very soft personality. We had many conversations during that time and he loved to joke. Rest in Peace John.

John was always smiling and always made you feel welcome he was a very special person RIP John

I was saddened to hear of John’s passing. I have known John for over 45 years, John was with me 40 years ago while I was on a business trip to Puerto Rico where I met the love of my life, Claire, and we have been and continue to be happily married 40 years this year, and John loved to remind me of everytime we spoke. John was a good friend and past work college, may he rest in peace in the loving arms of those family and friends who have passed on before paving his way to them. My condolences to Becky and her family (the true love and joy in his life), friends and all of those who knew and loved John.
John you will be missed my friend, may you bath in the love and admiration of all of us who you touched on your way through life

We are sad to hear of John’s passing and send our deepest sympathy to John’s family. A good friend for many years. May he rest in peace.

My Condolence to the family. John and I worked at CSA.

His name for me was Girl friend I spoke to him on April 4 one day before he died.

I will miss him.

I’ve known John since the 80’s. We were competing for a job in Concord at Russell Metals. Neither one of us got it. Haven’ t seen him in years but have communicated over Facebook regularly. I should have known something was amiss as he was liking something almost every day. Rest in peace. Condolences to his family.

My sincere condolences to John’s family.

I met John at CSA. He was always smiling and friendly with everyone he met.

R,I,P. John, you will be missed by all who knew him.

Mary Grace Stewart

Dear Becky and Family,

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your Dad’s passing.
Cherish the good times spent with him.

Sincerely
Gord, Carol & Family

My deepest sympathies go out to Becky and the family. John was part of our team at CSA for many years, coordinating and participating in numerous trade shows and industry events. He consistently performed his responsibilities with care and took pleasure in connecting with both current and new customers, often sharing a humorous story. John’s attention to detail and his wit will be deeply missed. Rest in peace, my friend!

My condolences to John’s family and friends,I met John at Walmart (cashier) I would see him and James weekly and enjoyed our chats. I was very saddened to hear about his passing, I’ll miss seeing him at Walmart. RIP John

I was saddened to hear of John’s passing. I never met him in person, but we have been friends online for quite a while know. When we lived on a farm in Woodbridge, Ont., I knew John’s Uncle, who wanted to date me, (I am 92 now, lol, I was only 16 when he wanted to date me. His Uncle used to have a gravel truck and hauled gravel from the farm we lived on. His dead Uncle wanted to date me, alas due to my young age, my Dad quickly put an end to that. So here I am many years later and made contact with his Uncle’s nephew, amazing. So we just had an online relationship that appreciated very much. John, like me he was a cat lover. I can’t help but ask where are John’s cats now, and are they being well cared for? Here I am way out in BC so far away from my home town of Woodbridge, Ontario. Please give family members a hug for me. It is hard being so far away, but perhaps we will meet again some day. God Bless All.

Our deepest condolences to the family
Rest in Peace

My heartfelt condolences go out to Rebecca and the family.
“Our loved ones are a gift to us. After they are gone, we remember … and we celebrate –
the life they lived, the love they shared, and the difference they made in our lives.”
Rest in peace, John – your smile and laughter will be missed.

We are sorry to hear of John’s passing. We both knew John for many years at CSA and in Bolton. We shared many stories and memories and laughs over the years. It was always a pleasure to run into John and chat, both at work and around town.
We offer our deepest condolences.

So saddened to hear of John’s passing, as we had spoke just over a week before. Met John when he was a teenager. I will always remember his sense of humour, plus his love for his fur babies. My condolences to Becky and her family, plus James.

Scott & Michelle Boynton
We first met John through A connection made by our daughter, who happened to be his Mail Delivery person when they lived in Bolton.
John knew some of my sisters from school days and his partner Jim is our friend from high school days.
We very much enjoyed reconnecting with both of them, sharing memories and trading stories.
John will be missed very much, He was A joy to be around…

We feel so grateful to have known John. His kindness and great sense of humour touched everyone around him, and he’ll be deeply missed. Hoping the memories you shared bring you some comfort in the days ahead. We’re keeping your family close in our thoughts.

So sorry to hear of John’s passing. My condolences to his family and many friends. Speaking with John was never dull and you can get immersed in his many stories and life experiences. He was also a very good listener and would make you feel like an important part of his day. Although our connection was a professional one he made you feel like a friend and I’m grateful to have known John. May he rest in eternal peace

Jim so sorry for the loss of your beloved partner. May John RIP, now no more struggling with medications. He went peacefully surrounded by his adorning cats. He sounded so we’ll when we spoke Sat. aft. and was looking forward to turkey dinner Sun. alas he just fell asleep, out of pain now. He’s remembered as a joker and extreme cat lover. plus he loved going to the Keg. May all his co-workers, friends and family remember his smile. Much love and blessings sent at this time. Sharron, Karlynn and Kyle.⚘️❤️

I was heartbroken to learn of John’s sudden passing. My heart goes out to his longtime partner Jim. I met John in English class in 1970. His sense of humour and quick wit made us fast friends, little did we know it would be a lifetime friendship. I will miss his love of a good laugh, our reminiscing of our Langstaff days, our chats about cats, our silly little nicknames for each other and of course our times at The Keg. I’m grateful to have been his friend. His kindness, generosity & ability to always make me feel special will be missed most of all. Rest in Peace P.B…till we meet & laugh again.

We were all stunned to learn of John’s passing and will miss his calls, conversations and visits to our office here in Bolton. Our sincerest condolences to John’s family and friends. RIP John you will be missed.

Amalia, Jana and Jennie at Edward Jones

Sad to hear of John’s passing. He was a fun loving life type of person. I worked at CSA interacting with him for decades, always a cheerful person and story to share.

A beautiful speech by John’s friend Nancy at the service. Many people shared their stories. I’m sure John is looking down and smiling.
Condolences to Becky and the family

My Condolence to John’s family, may he rest in peace.

Yours truly,

Oreste (CSA co-worker)

James,
Bill and I are heartbroken by the loss of your beloved partner of 22 years. We know the road ahead will be lonely and difficult at times. Know that you were a good partner and you stayed by his side taking care of him and caring for him all these years. Our prayers are with you.

My sincere condolences go out to John’s family and friends.
Rest in peace John, you will be missed.
Rosa Rinella (CSA co-worker)

Our sincerest condolences go out the families. John was beloved by all and he will be dearly missed. May he rest in eternal peace.

John was full of life, love, family, friends and co-workers – many of whom were friends too.

The world is one candle dimmer with John’s passing

May John’s memory always be a blessing to his family & friends.

My condolences to John’s family.
I had the privilege of working with John at CSA. It was never a dull moment when John was around. I am just hearing of his passing. To John’s partner Jim l am so sorry. I knew Jim’s family when they lived in Schomberg. Rest In Peace John. We will miss you.

Totally heart broken at your passing John. You were always happy, funny and loved to talk.
My condolences to your daughter and family.
Rest In Peace John.