FARRELL: Unexpectedly, at his residence, on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, John Kenneth Farrell of Grand Cove Estates, Grand Bend, age 91. Beloved husband of the late Suzanne Therese (Farrell) (Schnurr) Farrell (2003). Loving father of Lisa (late David) Scafe of London, Paul Schnurr of London and Maria O’Farell Schnurr (Hussein Amery) of Ottawa. Loving grandfather of Christine Scafe (Greg Norris) of Calgary, AB., Jennifer Scafe (Dave Campbell) of London, Jamie Scafe (Kimberly Knight) of Kelowna, BC., and Luke Schnurr (Jasmine Morvay) of Ottawa. Great-grandfather of Adam Jr., Cara, Ryan and Aidan and great-great-grandfather of Fraser. Dear brother of Margaret “Peggy” Maynard of Hamilton, Sharon Vedova of Fonthill and Barb Franklin of Dunville. John will be fondly remembered by his longtime companion Peggy Seller and his many nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by his parents Raymond and Winnifred (Stanton) Farrell, siblings and their spouses Gerald (Helen) Farrell, Bill (Evelyn) Farrell, Tom (Pat) Farrell, Agnes Farrell, Maureen (Bob) Forbes, Bruce Maynard, Dr. Joseph Vedova, Mary Farrell, Dan Franklin and parents-in-law Charles Ralph “Red” Farrell and Dorothy Melissa (McIntosh) Farrell. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church, Grand Bend, on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 11 a.m., with visitation commencing at 10 a.m. The Rev. Fr. Vince Gulikers Celebrant. Interment Pinery Cemetery, Grand Bend. Arrangements entrusted to the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood. John will be remembered as a kind and gentle man, always ready with a smile and a kind word. He was a long time Rotarian with the Grand Bend Rotary (34 years) and a longtime harness racing owner and enthusiast. If desired, memorial donations to the Grand Bend Area Health Services Foundation Canadian Cancer Society, Sarnia-Lambton V.O.N. or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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Cathy Raymond
On behalf of the Scafe family, we wish to pass on our sincere condolences to Jamie, Chrissy and Jenny. A donation has been made in Papa John’s memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Hugs!
Brenda (Parsons) Martene
I’m so very sorry & saddened to learn of John’s unexpected passing. My sincerest condolences to all his family & friends. No words can truly capture the depth of pain & sorrow you are all dealing with. I, along with my siblings had the privilege of knowing John from earlier years, he was a close family friend of our Parsons Family. John, along with other local horsemen owned, boarded & had young standardbred racehorses trained at my late parents (Jack & Marion Parsons) standardbred farm & training facility named “Parsons Stables” just west of Exeter. It was during those years that we got to know John well for his kind, soft spoken, caring, friendly demeanor, friendly smile – a true gentleman. At the end of the month John would come to the house to pay his monthly expenses, he always enjoyed mom’s coffee & homemade cookies, along with the small talk. So many great friendships were made at the farm. Again, speaking on behalf of myself & my siblings, we were honoured to have known John & appreciated his friendship with his visits when both our parents became sick with cancer & since passed. John truly loved & enjoyed the racehorse business. He was saddened when the family had to close the barn & business down. This last while, I regret losing contact with John – I am sincerely going to miss him like everyone else who knew & respected him. May you be surrounded by compassion, lifted by love & comforted by the memories – embracing your fondest memories from years gone by are always the best way to pay tribute to your loved one & a life well lived.” ♥️
❤️ “Though he may no longer walk beside you, his love will forever light your way.” ❤️
Someday, not now, & perhaps not for a long while — you will remember all you shared with less pain & more joy. But for now — just know John is resting peacefully with all his Loved Ones that have greeted him with open arms – I’m sure that John, my parents, & the other horsemen from the barn crew that have passed are reminiscing about the good ole days, talking about racehorses & enjoying coffee & cookies. RIP John ❤️
May good memories of smiles, laughter & good times remain with you always whenever you think of John.
❤️Brenda (Parsons) Martene ❤️
Dean Kitts
A true Gentleman.
Ready in Peace John.
Jill & Ralph
To John’s family:
My parents (Helyn & John Drysdale) , were dear friends of John & Suzanne’s . They had many enjoyable times together. We had the opportunity to be in John’s presence upon occasion. Such a gentle , engaging man; with a lovely smile ! It was an honour to have known him. With caring thoughts, Jill (Drysdale) & Ralph Geiger
Billy Crowe
I will always remember John from our golf trips up to the Collingwood area – the fun times are buried deep in my mind – he will be missed