At Alexandra Marine and General Hospital on Saturday November 5, 2022. John Buchanan of Goderich in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Diane (Vanderburgh) Buchanan (2003). Loving father of Deborah (Bruce) Brindley, Michele (Ray) Aubut, Joanne (Clayton) Downs and Matthew (Leila) Buchanan. Dear grandfather of 9 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Sadly missed by Marcel (Ruth), Ron (Mary), Barry (Lorraine) Buchanan, Pat (Bill) Clifford, Barbara Marzo and brother-in-law Ron Walsh. Also predeceased by brother Fred (Sheila) and sister Doreen Walsh. John will also be fondly remembered by many in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
Friends will be received at McCallum & Palla Funeral Home on Tuesday November 8, 2022 from 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Goderich on Wednesday November 9, 2022 at 11 AM. Interment St. Peter’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to St. Peter’s Cemetery Board or the charity of your choice gratefully acknowledged.
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Melaine Jeffrey-Buffinga
Deb, Jo, Michelle & Matt
So very sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Many memories of time spent chatting with your Dad around town and at the Columbus centre. May your cherised memories bring fond conversations of happier times together!
Melaine
Joyce Kuran
My condolences to the Buchanan family. Hugs to Deb, Michelle, Joanne and Matt and their families.
Mary Margaret Fuller
Dear Deborah, Joanne, Matthew and Michelle; please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved father. I will always hold both your parents close in my heart! So many wonderful memories from time spent in your home with your whole family. Lots of love, teasing, laughter, a few arguments and lots of swimming, cooking and sharing! Please know I’m praying for you all and wish I could have been there. Sending you lots of love. MM
Brian Dyck
My warmest condolences to the Buchanan Family. I am sorry for your loss
Joanne Walters
Dear Debbie, Michelle, Joanne & Matt,
Your dad was one-of-a-kind. He made working at the Signal-Star so much fun. I know how much he missed your mom. They will be united again & sharing a laugh. May many happy memories of them give you comfort & strength at this time.
God Bless,
Joanne
Ron Vanderlinde
Hi again. I forgot to mention that after our dad retired from farming, he did some part-time delivery driving for the Signal Star for a few years, to make a little pocket money and as a means to keep busy. He took great pride in being part of the team at the Signal, and in having this connection with his neighbour John.
Take heart in knowing that our parents’ relationships with John and Dianne, along with Dick and Marie, were always greatly valued.
Again with condolences,
Ron Vanderlinde
Richmond Hill, ON
Ron Vanderlinde
I was saddened to learn over the weekend about the passing of our Colborne Township neighbour. I am thinking fondly about all the happy times on what is now Golf Course Road, and send heartfelt condolences to the Buchanan family. My thoughts are with you all.
Ron Vanderlinde
Richmond Hill, ON
Allan & Rosemary Beange
To Matt, Leila & family,
Our sincere condolence to you on the passing of your dad. John was a great man.
Cherish your wonderful memories. May he rest in peace.
Allan & Rosemary
Dina, Manuel & Anthony Roche
Our deepest condolonces to Joanne, Clayton, Alexander and all the Buchanan family.
Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time.
Lots of love.
Dawn Tucker
John will be missed by all who new him … I have missed our conversations in his kitchen..he always has a plan ..his day worked out ! Whether you knew it or not you were part of it . That’s how he kept going..he made it work..So ..now he is at rest..To all his Family ..deepest condolence..
Shirley Keller
Heartfelt condolences to the John Buchanan family. I share many wonderful memories of John with former employees of Signal-Star Publishing where he was a highly valued member of the staff for many long years.
Pat & Bob Desjardins
To the family of John
We were very saddened to read of John’s passing, thinking of you at this sad time. May you find peace and comfort in the many memories that you have of him.
Pat & Bob
Cathy/Rick Harman
Our Sincere Condolences 🙏 to all of John’s family. Cherish the memories.
Gaetan/Pauline Jacques
Our Deepest Condolences to all the families. RIP John
George and Brenda Vanderburgh
A good friend to us as well as our brother in law. You will be missed.
Ron & Carol Horton
Extending deepest sympathy to each and every one of John’s family. He loved each of you so dearly. I had the privilege of working with John for over 20 years at the Goderich Signal-Star and will cherish the memories and laughter we shared during our time together. Rest In Peace John. You will be sorely missed.
Beverly Jeffrey
My sincere sympathy to the entire Buchanan family. I will always remember his larger than life smile and laugh! Rest In Peace John. 🙏
Bruno Cuccarolo
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Irene & Peter Ott
Many good times working together at Signal-Star Publishing. Best boss I ever had. Condolences to the family and many thanks for Jo for her updates.
Nancy and Junior White
Our sincere sympathy to all of John’s family and friends. Diane would be waiting with open arms!!
Lois Chapman
My condolences to all the Buchanan family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Helen Lyons
Deb and Family,
My sincere condolences on the loss of your father.
Sincerely,
Helen Lyons
Ken & Sylvia McGee
To all the Buchanan family.
I have lots of great memories of John. He actually took me into my first bar for a beer. We were involved in a Jeep club together, went out on dates with our gals together many years ago. During his work career at the Signal we had close contact as well. Always ready to tease, always ready to help. So sad that the late years were so hard on him. He will be remembered and missed by many.
Michael Madden
Condolences to John’s family. I remain grateful for John’s mentorship during times when life was full of challenges as a young adult. What comes to the fore of many memories is the laughter shared. Once, as teenagers, upon entering the Buchanan kitchen for a visit my brother and I discovered that all the cupboards and the refrigerator were chained and locked. Thanks for everything, John. With love and affection, Michael.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord; And let perpetual. light shone upon him.
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Family – thinking of you with sadness and sympathy.
John and Dianne – a special part of our community – and always remembered.
Sincerely – Cecelia and Don Denomme
Margaret Neudert
Sending my condolences to the entire family.John was my Godfather and I have only fond memories of Him from my younger years.Margie(Sherratt).
Jim Mulhern
Our condolence to John’s family.
Jim & Mona Mulhern
Christina Nikoviotis
Our deepest condolences from our family to yours. Our thoughts and prayers
David and Michelle Smith
John was a “bigger than life” kind of man who went out of his way for others. He got respect because he gave respect to others.
Rest In Peace John.
Our sympathies to the entire family.
Matt Shurrie
I had the pleasure of working with John at Signal-Star Publishing in the late 1990s where he was a larger than life character. John was a great man to learn from — and he took great pride in everything that we did as a team. My condolences to his family. John’s passing is a great loss for the community.
lisa brindley
Debbie so sorry for your loss.
Marie Weerasooriya-Epps
Our thoughts and prayers are sent to Joanne and all the Buchanans on the loss of your beloved father, father-in-law, great/grand father. I have nothing but fond memories of both Mr. and Mrs. JB. Mrs. B taught me how to type (1972) and I did so well that I landed my first real paying job as a typesetter at Signal Star Publishing (1974), where I’m sure it is no coincidence that Mr. JB was the general manager at the time. In later years, I found them to be model citizens in terms of kindness, generosity and hospitality. Those of us who had brunch or stayed at the Buchanan farm know very well what I mean. A tremendous loss to family and community. I don’t know anyone more “tougher” than Mr. JB in Goderich, but also a real “softie” like the Stay-Puft marshmallow man!! May you rest in eternal peace now in hope you are reunited with your beloved wife.
Condolences from Marie Kumudini Weerasooriya-Epps on behalf of the Epps and Weerasooriya households.
David Cann
We are very sorry to hear of John’s passing. He had an extremely vibrant personality and will be missed by all. We would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to the family. Take comfort knowing that he is in the best place: in the loving hands of our Lord.
David Cann & Mary Ann Hogan
Susan Franken
Deb, Michele, Joanne and Matt. My sincere condolences to you all and your familes on the passing of your Dad.
Kelly Buchanan
Swimming in The pool at their farm with my cousins and driving that old car in the corn fields with them as well. Uncle John was so much fun. Aunt Diane was always so warm and welcoming. They are together again although they are both missed. Until we meet again. ❤️
Marybelle Cranston
My thoughts to all the family at this time. Share all the memories in tribute to John
Genevieve Madden
My memory of John Buchanan is a smile, a sparkle in his eyes, and receiving a big hug.
His was not one of being shy of how he felt, his views. I remember at dances as a kid, him and Diane dancing a slow song, and witnessing love, as he held her close, boy could they dance. They sure did love oneanother, and is now finally reunited once again. My sympathies to Deb, Michelle, Joanne, and Matt, and to all your families and relatives. I’m so glad to have met your parents. They were kind people. He is now at rest, with no more pain, and frustration. God bless your dad’s soul.
Love, Genny Madden
Suzanne Pope
My condolences to the Buchanan family. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
patti park
so sorry to hear of John’s passing, he was a good fella to work with at SSP, and to know him family connected, know I am thinking of you all, sending hugs. He has now gone to be with Dianne once again.
Judi williams
My deepest sympathy to all the Buchanan families on the loss of John.. Cherish the memories at this difficult time ..