Dear Joyce and family so sorry to hear about your losses, it is a tragedy. I know how you feel , lost my oldest Dwayne 21 years ago

And my Doug 12 years ago.

Donna Brindley

Aidan & Dylan, I have good memories of being at family reunions in Auburn ON and running around with my cousins, your Dad being one of them. I’m deeply sorry for your loss. I recall seeing you both when you were very little.

I hope our paths cross again and I get to hear about your wonderful memories of your Dad.

Holding you in my thoughts,

Kara Leatherland McFarlane

We are saddened for your loss Aidan and Dylan. Your Dad was a great guy & thought the world of you both. May you find comfort in your memories during this difficult time, we are thinking of you’s often.

Also extending our condolences to Aunt Joyce & Ernie, Bill and Barb and families. Another one taken way too soon…Cherish your memories .

Love to you all from Ontario. Karen,& John Greidanus & family

Kim Bolger and Mike Davy.

Dear Aunt Joyce and Ernie...i feel so heartbroken for the pain you are going through. You raised a loving son who knew how to care about others.

To my cousins Bill and Barb...i am truly sorry. You guys probably had your arguments and fights but you guys had each others backs. Theres no stronger bond.

And to Aidan and Dylan...i am deeply sorry. I hope it gives you some comfort knowing your dad meant so much to so many people. Much love from Ontario

Love Kim, Mike and Ginger

Joyce and family, I was so saddened to read of John's passing..Brings back a lot of memories from when you guys lived in Goderich. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Sending hugs.

Words, however kind, can't mend your heartache: but those who care and share your loss wish you comfort and peace of mind. May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friend’s.

Pat & Bob Desjardins

Sending our love and condolences from Ontario. Lee, Brenda, Terri, Tracey and Danielle. xoxo

I was lucky to be a part of the Stage West family back in the 90's. With John's passing I have thought a lot back to those days and John was a big part of many of them.

I was there when Brandy and John first started dating. I moved back to Toronto and lost touch but want to send lots of love and sympathy to John's family.

I feel blessed to have known him, looking at his picture his smile and eyes are the same as they were back then. I am looking for some pictures and if I find some will share them.

So sorry to all that knew John for your loss.

Dear Aidan, Dylan, Joyce and Ernie,

I am so very sorry for your loss! Your family here in Ontario is thinking about you and always with you. My mom Glenda and John are safe and healthy now with no more pain. Life took two individuals with the biggest hearts and it is just not fair. Rest easy John

Condolences to his family

This hurts. Cousin John. This was sudden, painful, and swift. My heart breaks for his boys Aidan & Dylan, his incredibly tight knit family- his Mom & Ernie, siblings Bill & Barb, nephews, and his entire family. I’m so sorry. John was such a great Dad! Everyone was so looking forward to our extended fam July reunion here in Ontario- flights booked, lots of plans made, and sadly cancelled just days before because of John’s sudden diagnosis. John, Bill, Barb & I played together as young kids, kept in touch over the years with fun family visits between Goderich & Calgary with our own kids and various activities. Life can be very short! I will never forget John’s smiling, friendly and easy going demeanour. He was a good man. Lots of great memories. The family visits will never be the same, but I truly do hope they continue. And we will remember John forever. I hope and believe a few grandmothers and cousins have greeted John with warm hugs and maybe even a bingo or card game or two…King John…All our love from Ontario, Alison, Brad, Madison & Kaden Bell xo

Dear Joyce and Ernie, how can we express the sympathy that we are feeling as you mourn the passing of your loving son, John. It was very evident from your conversations that you had a strong bond with your son and that he meant a lot to you as a son who spent time with his Mom. We are reminded of all the times he stepped in to help, and you will miss his ready availability! Our hearts ache when we think of how much you will miss him. Love, Irwin & Hertha

Dear Aidan and Dylan! We are so very sorry that your Dad suffered so much and then finally had to leave this life. Over the years that we visited Joyce and Ernie, we often heard about John and Brandy, and the two little boys named Aidan and Dylan. It saddens us so much that now that you have become young men, you will not share those years with your loving Dad. Our deepest sympathies go out to you in your grief. Sadly, Irwin & Hertha

We hope that Aidan, Dylan and all of the Lassaline / Unruh family can celebrate the love, kindness and thoughtfulness that John brought to everyone he met. We all enjoyed his visits back to Ontario with family and will hold his memory close to our hearts forever. Take care. Uncle Bud, Cousin Doug and Lynn and family

Aidan & Dylan & family, sending you all of our thoughts & love as you navigate this great loss. Your dad was one of a kind & I will always remember the way he looked at you boys, with so much happiness, love & pride. I hope you cherish all of those memories forever & try & find a little bit of peace knowing he will always be by your side. Love always, your cousin Madison, Brandon & Brooks.

Aidan and Dylan

Joyce, Ernie, Bill and Barb & families,

There are no words that can express the depth of sorrow for your loss. Your beloved father, son and brother's memory visiting us on the farm will forever remain in our hearts.

Wayne, and Marie Millian.

Ken and Diane and family,

Bob and Carol.

To John’s family, especially his precious boys, we send deep care and strength to you. There really are no words at this time. We only hope that knowing how much we, and others, care can help you in some small way. You will all carry precious memories and his wonderful spirit in your hearts forever. With love, Uncle Ed, Aunt Sally & cousin Kara

You were very lucky to have John and he was so blessed to have all of you. Your blended families is a testiment that people can share and care about each other so deeply. John is an inspiration to all of us. I didn’t know he was involved in caring for so many people. That is what a true hero is. John will be missed, but not forgotten. Our Condolences.

So many wonderful memories. He is not gone, just not here right now.

Rod & Dixie