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BLANE: John Oliver

April 28, 2019 By Haskett Funeral Homes 84 Condolences

BLANE: John Oliver

With heavy hearts we announce that John Oliver Blane peacefully passed away on Friday, April 26, 2019 at the age of 6 months.  John was the amazing son of Rob and Alice Blane and best little brother of Jack.  Loved grandson of Bill and Winnie Blane of Lucan, Robin McLean of Exeter and great-grandson of Rena McLean of London, Kim and Angela McLean of Exeter, and Jane Dockstader of London.  Loved by many, missed by all.   

Visitation will be at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 4th  at 2 PM with Rev. Darrell Shaule officiating. Interment St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye.

Donations to the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario -PICU would be appreciated by the family.  

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  1. Lyle Gordier

    May 5, 2019 at 2:03 PM

    Dear Winnie and Bill,

    We are so sorry to hear of the loss of this little fellow, your precious Grandson. Please know our thoughts are with you

    Lyle and Sharon Gordier

  2. Jamie & Jen Steeper

    May 4, 2019 at 11:21 AM

    Sorry for your loss. Thinking of all of you at this difficult time.

  3. Joan and Dave Goddard

    May 4, 2019 at 9:21 AM

    Deepest sympathy to the Blane family. We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time.

  4. John & Mauna Scott Woodstock On.

    May 3, 2019 at 11:55 AM

    Rena & Family

    We were so sad to hear of your loss.

  5. Doris Pfohl

    May 2, 2019 at 9:24 PM

    To Winnie and Bill: Our hearts ache for the loss of your little grandson, John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
    Doris and Willie Pfohl (Lillian Haufschildโ€™s family)

  6. Jenna

    May 2, 2019 at 10:32 AM

    Our hearts go out to your family sweet baby. Devastating I canโ€™t even imagine. May his love bring you strength.

  7. Frank and Carol Hardy

    May 2, 2019 at 10:12 AM

    Bill and Winnie ,so sorry to hear of your loss of this precious wee grandson.

  8. Brenda Ferris

    May 2, 2019 at 9:28 AM

    May John rest in peace with all of God’s other little angels

    May you, Rob, Alice and Jack find the strength to carry on after losing your angel

    As a parent we are all grieving with you

    Please know how deeply saddened I am in your loss

  9. Scott & Mary Burton

    May 1, 2019 at 4:33 PM

    You are in our hearts, Alice, Rob and Jack, Robin, Kim and Angela, Rena and the rest of a strong family who are gathering together to support one another.

    Memories of happier times are wished for all.

  10. Dianne Rath

    May 1, 2019 at 2:00 PM

    The Eldon Wilhelm family shares your sadness as you mourn his little soul. May angels take over his care.
    Dianne

  11. Ken andShirley (Heywood)

    May 1, 2019 at 1:54 PM

    Bill, Winnie, Rob and Alice.. Our deepest symphahy on the loss of your son and grandson.The days ahead will be difficult, filled with tears, sadness and then a little special moment 0f little John will make you find a reason to smile.Hold those memories close. Your in our thoughts and prayers. Ken and Shirley

  12. William Crawford

    May 1, 2019 at 9:00 AM

    Rob and Alice Blane
    I imagine there is no pain deeper than losing a child. My heart and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time .

  13. Jim and Sharon O'Toole

    May 1, 2019 at 8:09 AM

    Our sincerest sympathy to Alice , Rob , Jack and the entire family .
    Jim and Sharon O’Toole

  14. Barb and John Butler (Kendraโ€™s mom and dad)

    April 30, 2019 at 10:08 PM

    I can not even imagine what you are going through. Iโ€™m sending you a hug and my prayers for your family. My heart aches for you.

  15. Wendy and Richard Jennison

    April 30, 2019 at 7:30 PM

    Winnie and Bill , Kim and Angela ,
    So very sorry to hear this heartbreaking news. We hope our thoughts and prayers may somehow bring some measure of comfort, however briefly, to your families. God bless you and keep you as you help each other through this.
    Respectfully and with a saddened heart.

  16. Kelly Giles

    April 30, 2019 at 6:35 PM

    Oh Alice my heart is breaking for you and your family. So very sorry for your loss.
    May you find comfort in your memories of your special lil angel John and know he will always be with you.
    God bless each and every one of you.

  17. Scott & Jenny Dietrich

    April 30, 2019 at 6:10 PM

    Rob,
    So very sorry to hear of the passing of your son. Thinking of you during this difficult time.

  18. Danielle Denton

    April 30, 2019 at 1:40 PM

    So sorry to hear of your significant loss. My heart breaks for all of you. Love, Hugs, thoughts and prayers.

  19. Ray & Sue Heffernan

    April 30, 2019 at 11:30 AM

    Bill & Winnnie , Our Sincere Sympathy on your loss of your precious grandson
    Ray & Sue Heffernan

  20. Jo Anne & Martin Clarke

    April 30, 2019 at 9:54 AM

    Bill, Winnie, Rob And Alice
    Our condolences to you all !
    So sorry for your loss.
    Thinking of you at the sad time!

  21. Tim Ryan

    April 30, 2019 at 9:43 AM

    Bill and Winnie
    I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time.
    Tim

  22. Dennis and Cindy White

    April 30, 2019 at 8:51 AM

    Words alone are not enough to tell you how our hearts feel for all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you deal with the tragic loss of your precious little one.

    Dennis and Cindy White

  23. Rebecc aand James McNaughton

    April 30, 2019 at 8:27 AM

    Rob and Alice, Bill and Winnie. We were so sad to hear this and offer our deepest condolences. You, as well as John are in our thoughts and prayers.

  24. John & Barb McAlpine and family

    April 30, 2019 at 5:16 AM

    Our sincere condolences at this very difficult time.

  25. Connie Cornwall

    April 29, 2019 at 9:27 PM

    Winnie and family, I am so very very sorry for your loss. Hard to comprehend and understand. I am at a loss for words but just know youโ€™re in my thoughts and prayers.
    Deepest and most sincere sympathy to you and your family.
    May he Rest In Peace.

  26. Hugh and Krista Dietrich

    April 29, 2019 at 9:22 PM

    So very sorry for your great loss. Our sincere condolences to you at this difficult time.

  27. Jamie and Shannon Martelle

    April 29, 2019 at 9:03 PM

    Bill, Winnie and Family,
    Please accept our deepest sympathies at this heartbreaking news. Holding you and you family in our hearts during this difficult time – xo

    Jamie and Shannon Martelle

  28. Brittany Nicholls

    April 29, 2019 at 8:39 PM

    I canโ€™t even imagine your pain, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Alice โค๏ธ

  29. Karen McDonald

    April 29, 2019 at 8:36 PM

    Winnie, Bill and family, so sorry to hear about your grandson. Our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.

  30. Mary & Al O Neil

    April 29, 2019 at 7:22 PM

    Heart breaking for your family. So sorry for Johnโ€™s passing. Prayers and thoughts are with you.

  31. Jerry & Linda Traquair

    April 29, 2019 at 7:06 PM

    So very sorry for your loss.

  32. Stephanie

    April 29, 2019 at 6:22 PM

    Soo sorry to hear…I will pray for you and your family at this horrible time sorry for your loss

  33. Carol and Sam Wakeam

    April 29, 2019 at 5:45 PM

    Our hearts and prayers go out to the McLean and Blane families at such devastating news. May you find comfort in the love and support of family and friends at this most difficult time.

    Love to all.

  34. Joan Agnew

    April 29, 2019 at 5:30 PM

    Winnie & Bill,

    My heart aches for you & your son & wife. Love & prayers for you all.

  35. Michelle Ellison

    April 29, 2019 at 3:58 PM

    I am so very sorry for your loss of baby John. My thoughts are with all of you.

  36. BOB THOMSON AND FAMILY

    April 29, 2019 at 2:00 PM

    BILL & WINNIE AND FAMILY SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS.

  37. Bob & Cathy Moore & Family

    April 29, 2019 at 12:13 PM

    Bill, Winnie, Rob & Alice,
    We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your grandson and son. Our Prayers and Thoughts are with.

  38. Britt Priebe

    April 29, 2019 at 12:10 PM

    My heart is heavy for you Alice and Rob. I never got to meet this sweet little guy but I’m sure he was the most amazing little man. May he rest in the sweetest place in heaven. Love you Alice

  39. Anna Marie Cook

    April 29, 2019 at 11:48 AM

    Winnie and family so sorry to hear of the loss of your grandson. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

  40. Wes & Christine Hodgson

    April 29, 2019 at 11:08 AM

    Bill and Winnie So sorry to hear of the loss of your grandson. Out thoughts are with you and your family at this very difficult time.

  41. Marilyn and Dan Egan

    April 29, 2019 at 10:06 AM

    Winnie and Bill and family, Dan and I are heart broken to hear of the loss of your precious grandson. God bless you all.

  42. Beth. McGee

    April 29, 2019 at 10:05 AM

    My heart breaks for your loss, Alice. This is so devastating for you, Rob, and little Jack. Your baby boy is now in the arms of an angel.
    Alice, you do not deserve this sorrow and loss. I know you have that inner strength and courage to get through this tragedy. You will have baby John with you in your heart and memories forever.
    You are blessed to have so much love and support from those who love you.
    May you and your whole familyโ€™s love give you the comfort you need at this difficult time.
    We are thinking of you at this time.

  43. Ettie Ramsay

    April 29, 2019 at 8:20 AM

    Winnie and family, our sincere condolences on the loss of your precious grandson.
    Ettie and Greg Ramsay.

  44. Cathy and Bruce Cornish

    April 29, 2019 at 8:14 AM

    Rob, Alice, Winnie and Bill. We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your son and grandson.
    Our hearts go out to you at this very difficult time, We just can’t imagine what you are going through.
    Please know that we are thinking of you.

  45. David Carlton

    April 29, 2019 at 8:14 AM

    So sorry for the loss of your beautiful son , please accept our condolences .

  46. Ellen Hodgins

    April 29, 2019 at 8:12 AM

    Alice and family…so sorry to hear about your son’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you ????

  47. Evelyne and Harvey Rollings

    April 29, 2019 at 7:55 AM

    Rob, Alice, Jack ,Bill and Winnie,
    We are so sorry for your lost. I can’t even begin to imagine how you feel.
    Evelyne and Harvey
    ,

  48. Evelyn Vincent

    April 29, 2019 at 7:16 AM

    there are no words adequate for your great loss. Lifting each of you to God in pray.

  49. Frank and Dianne Dietrich

    April 29, 2019 at 6:32 AM

    Rob, Alice, Winnie and Bill, our hearts are heavy with this very sad news, thinking of you and sending our deepest sympathies. Frank and Dianne

  50. Granny Dot

    April 29, 2019 at 3:18 AM

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all .i am feeling your pain right now .god bless to my Canadian family .forever in my heart little angel John .xoxo ????????

  51. Kathy McFarland

    April 29, 2019 at 12:53 AM

    Winnie- my heart and prayers go out to you and your family.

  52. Frank & Lori Dallier

    April 28, 2019 at 11:51 PM

    Our hearts go out to the Blane family on their tragic and unexpected a loss.

  53. Michelle Piper

    April 28, 2019 at 11:10 PM

    Words cannot express how much I feel for you and Rob. My condolences go to you and so sorry for your loss :(

  54. Paul and Judi Lankin

    April 28, 2019 at 10:36 PM

    Sorry for your loss thinking of you and all of your family

  55. Ron&Karen Rupert

    April 28, 2019 at 9:57 PM

    So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hugs to everyone. Rip Baby John

  56. Brian & Pat Hicks

    April 28, 2019 at 9:50 PM

    Bill ,Winnie and all Family. Our heart breaks for your loss of your beloved sweet Grandson ! No words at this time will heal your hearts. Take one day at a time. Please accept our deepest sympathy.

  57. Jewel and Lloyd Kelly

    April 28, 2019 at 9:31 PM

    Saying how sorry we are just doesnโ€™t feel like enough, but please know that we are sending you love, strength and courage. Go in Peace, Little John.

  58. Meagan Severin

    April 28, 2019 at 9:30 PM

    Alice, Rob & Jack
    I can’t even begin to Express how saddened I am to read this…I will forever be there for you all..in the few short months I knew you guys it was clear we were meant to meet and be inseparable after that… John I love you baby boy…Fky high with the Angel’s and look down in mommy daddy and your brother jack…Love you all โค????

  59. Andrea Carlton

    April 28, 2019 at 9:23 PM

    Our condolences to you Robert and Alice and all of your family! May you Rest In Peace John.

  60. Joanne Saint

    April 28, 2019 at 8:55 PM

    My heart is absolutely breaking for the grief that the entire family must be going through ????
    All of my love to the family โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ
    Cherish the time you had XO
    There is a special place for children in heaven…I just know it.

    So much love to you,
    Joanne โค๏ธ

  61. Arlene and Scott Thomson

    April 28, 2019 at 7:52 PM

    Our deepest sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your grandson

  62. Joann Piper

    April 28, 2019 at 7:27 PM

    Alice Rob and Jack and grandparents
    I am so sorry for your loss! I have no words to express how bad I feel for you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.

    Joann and Dwayne Piper

  63. Liz Hodgins & Alan Gates

    April 28, 2019 at 7:18 PM

    Winnie & Bill, so so sorry for your loss of your Grand-son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time????????. Heaven has another angel ????.

  64. Kathy McLean

    April 28, 2019 at 6:56 PM

    I have no words for what I feel for all of you and what has happened. I do seem to have lots of tears for your loss and pray you find some kind of peace. Sending big hugs. Love you!
    Aunt Kathy

  65. Larry and Barb

    April 28, 2019 at 6:33 PM

    Bill and Winnie: So sorry to hear of the loss of your grandson. Out thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

    Larry and Barb Moore

  66. George and Sue Wilson

    April 28, 2019 at 6:27 PM

    Alice, Rob, Jack, Robin, Kim and Angela and families, we are very saddened on baby Johnโ€™s passing. Losing a child is so devastating. Our hearts go out to you. Cherish your precious memories of John. Hold them close to your heart. Hugs and prayers, George and Sue Wilson and family

  67. Cindy and Dave

    April 28, 2019 at 6:23 PM

    Bill and Winnie
    We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  68. Arn Laithwaite

    April 28, 2019 at 6:23 PM

    Thinking about you and so sorry about John Oliver.
    Hang in there.
    Love Uncle Arn and Auntie Peary.

  69. April and Robbie

    April 28, 2019 at 6:20 PM

    So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Much love to all of you!

  70. Sandy Macpherson

    April 28, 2019 at 6:12 PM

    Winnie and Bill and family Dave and I send our condolences

  71. Dale Grant

    April 28, 2019 at 6:09 PM

    Although we do not know each other I feel your loss.

    I am truly sorry for your terrible loss.
    Loosing a child is heartbreaking,
    My heart aches for you and your family.

    With loving respect

  72. Tomilyn Whale

    April 28, 2019 at 6:09 PM

    I am so sorry. My heart is breaking for your family. Praying for peace.

  73. Catharina de Haan ( Ena)

    April 28, 2019 at 5:36 PM

    So very very sad to lose a baby…………..I reach out to the McLeans some of whom I know well ! Comfort & peace be with you.

  74. Shane and Connie Lesperance

    April 28, 2019 at 5:30 PM

    Rob, Alice and Jack.
    I am so sorry for the loss of John.
    I can’t imagine what you and your family are going through.
    The loss of a child at any age is unimaginable. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
    R.I.P. Little man.

  75. Bonnie Kirk

    April 28, 2019 at 5:19 PM

    So sad for you and your family If you need to talk im here for may God be with you

  76. Deborah Carty

    April 28, 2019 at 4:52 PM

    Winnie so so sorry for your loss my prayers are with you and your family ????????

  77. Storme & Jack Berg

    April 28, 2019 at 4:46 PM

    I was so sorry to see this, Bill & Winnie. Losing anyone is hard but a child is especially heartbreaking

  78. Starr Pritchard

    April 28, 2019 at 4:34 PM

    ~ a new tiny little pair of wings in Heaven ~

  79. Mel & Glenda Lather

    April 28, 2019 at 4:33 PM

    Bill and Winnie and Family. Our heartfelt sympathy to you on the loss of your grandson.

  80. Barry and lori becker

    April 28, 2019 at 4:16 PM

    So sorry for your Loss.

  81. Ron and Marlene Moore

    April 28, 2019 at 3:57 PM

    Our dear friends , we were so saddened to hear of little Johnโ€™s passing May the love and support of your families and friends lessen your grief . Only a phone call away if you need us !!
    You are in our thoughts and prayers
    Bless You Ron and Marlene

  82. Ann Gray

    April 28, 2019 at 3:52 PM

    What a terrible loss – we will forever be heartbroken. Auntie Ann

  83. Peggy

    April 28, 2019 at 3:37 PM

    Rob Alice and family I am at a loss for words you and the Blaine family are in my thoughts and prayers Hugs to you all. Peggy Ducharme and family

  84. Amanda Regier

    April 28, 2019 at 2:38 PM

    We don’t know you personally but I would like to say how sorry I am for your loss.
    We lost a baby too and I know how devestating it is.
    As one mom to another, I’m truly sorry for what you and your family are going through.

    God bless you while heal โ™ก

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