Passed away peacefully at Alexandra Marine & General Hospital with his family by his side on April 15, 2025 at the age of 77. Loving husband of Betty Ann Coleman (2021) for 37 years. Survived by his twin sister, Joan Cleave of Exeter, and his brother, Allen Coleman of Nanaimo, BC. Cherished stepdad of Cheryl and Paul Kruse, Stephen and Sandy Seymour, Bill and Lynn Seymour, and Robin and Darlene Seymour. Adored papa of 8 grandchildren and great-papa of 8 great-grandchildren. Dear brother-in-law of Murial Davidson, Phyllis and Laverne Pembleton, and Keith and Connie Patterson. Loved uncle of Sherri Coleman, Chris Cleave, Carrie Cleave, and Ronald Michael-Scott and their families. Predeceased by parents Harold and Mary Coleman, sister Margaret (Laverne) Scott, brother Donald Coleman, and his nephew Kevin Coleman.
Anyone who knew John knew that he was a die-hard Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Blue Jays fan, never missing a game. He spent many years helping the local Seaforth hockey teams and John would often come into work early or on his own time to open the rink early for the kids to practice. John was known for his love of his family, coming out to every family function and all of his grandchildren’s sporting events.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Goderich Place Retirement Residence for their exceptional care and compassion they have shown to John over the years.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 87 Goderich St W, SEAFORTH on Tuesday, April 22nd from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, where John’s funeral service will be held at 11am. Interment Harpurhey Cemetery.
Live streaming of the funeral service will be available at the following link, https://www.facebook.com/haskettfh/
Donations to the Alexandra Marine & General Hospital (AMGH Foundation) or the Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
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Carolanne Doig
To all “Dunc’s” family – my sincere sympathy. Spending most of our childhoods at the local rink, John, or Dunc as we all knew him was a kind and familiar face to us all.
Eddy Nielsen
Hi, Nothing but good memories, growing up close neighbours. He was a very nice man, and a great bowler! Wishing you all the best and love at this time! Eddy Nielsen, and all the Nielsen clan
Sylvia Wood
So sorry to hear of John’s passing, I have many great memories of John at the arena growing up. Wishing the Coleman and Seymour families my condolences.
Connie Trotter
I am so very sorry to hear of John’s passing. I met John and Betty when we bowled on Thursday evenings. I loved chatting with both of them. He was a very special, kind man and I know he will be missed. Hold onto your memories and hold him close.
Connie Trotter
Brian and Karen MacDonald
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Laura Hoggart
Deepest condolences Joan, Al and all the Coleman and Seymour families. So enjoyed any time I ran into John over the years. Had a nice visit with him one day at Goderich Place. Sincerely Laura Hoggart
Susan Moore
Thinking of you, Joan as you grieve the loss of your brother!
Donna Lee
Betty, Joan and families, my sincere condolences on John’s passing. I used to enjoy conversations with him st tge Post Office . He was so friendly and always had a smile and greeting whrn meeting him. He has a special place on my heart.
Cheryl Landry
My heart felt sympathies go out to all his family. John and Betty were my angels on earth for a very long time. Wonderful amazing people and will truly be missed.
He finally will be back by Bettys side and playing cards together. 💞🙏
Gary and Dianne Bennett
With our deepest sympathy.
Gary Phillips
Our deepest condolences to the Coleman family. John was a great mentor for lot of kids in minor hockey days. Always a pleasure to talk to and run into him at the summer cabin.
Donna and Harry Arts
Our deepest sympathies Cheryl and Paul and to the entire Coleman and Seymour families. John was a great guy and there is no doubt he will be sorely missed.
Alina Oomen
My heartfelt condolences to John’s loved ones. John was kind and loving. RIP, dear John. I miss you.
Lois McCallum
Joan and family
So very sorry to of your brothers death. My condolences to you and your family. Hugs Lois
Mary Forrest
My deepest sympathy to Joan, Allen and the Seymour family.
John Munro
Dear Joan and Al and families, Sorry on hearing of John passing . John sure was one of the so called rink rats and helped Roy,Hazel and George who spent countless hours at the old Arena. We sure had a lot of fun. One year we scrapped some money together at Christmas and gave Hazel a box of chocolates and Roy a pile lined vest. First and only time I ever saw Roy with a tear in his eye. John Munro
Grant & Nancy Tyndall
Our deepest sympathies to Joan, Al and Family.
Jim and Sharon O'Toole
Our sincerest condolences Joan and Allen. Remember the good times with you brother and know that we are thinking of you.
Jim and Sharon O’Toole
Lois McLlwain
Our sincere sympathy to the Coleman & Seymour families. Remembering both John & Betty.
Our thoughts are with you all.
Ken & Lois
Doug and Judy Dalrymple
Our condolences to Joan and Allen and family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all who loved him.
Glenda Feeney
Condolences to the Coleman and Seymour families.
Joanne Maloney Flanagan
Sending my condolences to all John’s family. He was such a great asset to the Community Centre. He always went the “extra mile” in his duties. I especially recall his kindness when he was working when we had a family wedding there. Always a friendly smile and Hello when we’d meet uptown. Thinking of you!
Barb and Bob Watson
Our heart felt condolences go out to Johns family he was a great guy
Joan Bettles
Deepest sympathy to the Coleman and Seymour families. RIP John .. always remembered for being a real friendly guy….
Larry and Dianne McGrath
We are sorry to hear of John’s passing and extend our sympathy to his family.
Pat and Laverne Wallace
We were very sorry to hear about John . Our deepest sympathy to all the Coleman family , our thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow .
Rudy Jansen
My sincere condolences to everyone in this family . Rudy ❤️🩹❤️🩹❤️🩹❤️🩹
Anne and Lyle kling Furry
So sorry to hear of John’s passing he was such a friendly man prayers to all the family.
Anne and Lyle
Joy Ross
Dear Joan,Allan and family, my deepest sympathies to you and the Seymour family, on the passing of John, he was a great guy, loved his sports and friends, I missed him when he moved to Goderich, John grew up across the road from Alf and I, in Hibbert Twp,, you will have many good memories to remember him, RIP John, Joy,
Sharon Brokenshire
Joan, Al and family, sorry to hear of Johns passing, was always a good friend.
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers, cherish your memories.
Sending hugs
Sharon Brokenshire and family
Cheryl talbot
My sympathy to JOAN AND AL we were neighbours growing up and still see Joan . John was a friendly guy and always stopped to talk. We have lost a true leaf fan. Rest in peace John.
John Holland
sorry to hear of John’s passing condolence to the families
Anne dayman
I have know John for a long time. One of my greatest memories is when he coached our ladies slow pitch team. We had so much fun! Rip john and condolences to all of his family.
Tom Dickins
So sorry to hear this news.
I knew John as a fellow Arena Staffer, after John’s retirement He and BettyAnn would come to Hensall regularly for Health appointments and John would come by the Hensall Arena and we would talk about the Arena business and past experiences in the rink. Always looked forward to his visits.
Rest in peace John.
Brian & Helen (Southgate) Oldfield
Dear Cheryl, Paul & family and Seymour families sending our sincere condolences at this sad and difficult time. May your fond memories of family time together help ease the grief.
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Joan, Al and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Gordon Phillips
My condolences 🙏 to John’s family.
He was a great fella and lots of humor.
Cherish all the fond memories ❣️
Gord Phillips
Constance Tasker
I am so sorry to read about John’s passing! I volunteer at Goderich Place and have known John since he and Betty first moved in. John loved to talk and we had a lot of conversations over the years. He will be happy to be reunited with Betty whom he missed very much after her passing. Rest in peace John we will miss you.
Shirley Erb
My thoughts and prayers are with Johns Family and friends