Peacefully with his loving wife at his side at his home in Kingsbridge on Sunday November 11, 2018. Beloved husband of Jean for almost 65 years. Loving father of Mary (Mike), Bernie (Steve), Joe (Lynn). Henry (Val), Diane (Mark), Frankie (Paul), Teresa (Mark), Paul (Holly). Cherished grandfather to; Krista, Mike, Karin, Angela, Jeremy, Brian, Ashley, Jacqui, Mark, Haleigh, Dan, Kevin, Rachel, Jenny, Tyler, Travis, Jenna, Cory, Kurtis, Emily, Ingo, Jon, Melanie, Liz, Lyndsay, Sarah, Denny, Mikey, Addison, Lyndsey, Dave, Melissa, Megan, Jeff, Shawn, Jason, Maria, Trevor, Alex, Hope and Jack. Great grandfather to Amelia, Elliott, Oliver, Spencer, Brayden, Levi, Lucy, James, Justin, Annie, Theo, Leah, Megan and Tucker. Predeceased by his 5 brothers. Also survived and fondly remembered by extended family in Canada and The Netherlands.
The family will receive friends at McCallum & Palla Funeral Home, 11 Cambria Road North, Goderich on Wednesday from 3-6 PM. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church on Thursday November 15, 2018 at 11 AM. Interment at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery, Kingsbridge. Memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Alexandra Marine and General Hospital Foundation gratefully acknowledged
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Bill Blake
Dear Jean and family,
On behalf of the Blake family, I would like to extend sincere condolences to you and your family. We have many fond memories dating back 60 + years when we first met on the 6th of Ashfield.
Judy Tigert
Condolences to all the Van Rooy family on the loss of your dear father. John was such a lovely man. He certainly worked hard as a farmer and bus -driver. The Tigert family is indebted to him for the safe trips home even during that horrible snow storm of ‘71. Rest In Peace John.
Joanne Hickey
Jean and family
My deepest sympathy to all of you. Thinking of you.
Joanne Hickey
Bill & Mary Mole
Please accept our sincere condolences on the recent passing of John.
Bill & Mary Mole
Jeff Chalmers
Joe and family, sorry to hear of the passing of John. Anytime I had the pleasure of talking to him he was always so happy and cheerful. Sincere thoughts go out to everyone at this time of mourning. Jeff, Deb, Darby, and Larissa.
Amanda Hoffman
I only know John from coming through our drive thru at work, 2 small double creams for Liz’s Oma and Opa he always had such a huge smile on his face… I send my deepest sympathies to your family as Liz knows i know all to well what you all are going through it’s sure not easy but she sure had some comforting words these past couple months when my family lost 2 very special people. Liz i may not have all the words but i sure know how to give the hugss like you gave me (((((((HUGS)))))) my heart is with you and your family
~Hoffman~
Stephen Keelan
Joe, Lynn and family … so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. I was fortunate to meet John years back and really enjoyed those days working on their house. Take care … Stephen, Julie and family.
Brian and Karen Crabbe
Frankie: Sincere condolences to you and your entire family on the loss of your father. You shared interesting and inspiring stories about him with us this summer. He was a hard working family man and we know he will be missed.
Brian and Karen
Ron and Lauretta Regier
Mary Bernie ‘ the Van Rooy sisters and brothers ,
John and Jean welcomed me in their home often in my younger years
With over 40 years passing I can still recall the love of life of a good man and woman
Cherish the memories of your father
Peace of Heart Love to all
Jim and Lorraine Hallahan
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Debbie Filek
Dear Mary & Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He and your mom had a great run in this life. Such a legacy he left for your generation and the two that have followed. Thinking of you as you navigate this tender time for yourself and your mother.
Debbie Filek
Craig Smith
I would like to extend my sympathy to you, Paul and your family. Cherish all the memories you have of your father. Take care. Craig Smith
Barb Fitzsimmons
Frankie, So sorry to gear about your Dad. Losing a parent is never easy no matter how old we are Cherish your memories and hold them close to you
Catherine and Dan Kochanowski
Our thoughts are with you and the family during this difficult time. John was larger than life and could brighten a room just by entering it. He will be missed
Carla Dunlop
Frankie and Family – So very sorry to hear about your Dad. May your wonderful memories carry you through this difficult time.
Rob & Carla