May 28, 1948 – February 5, 2019
We are shocked and saddened at the sudden death of our brother. John passed away at the Pine Falls Hospital on Tuesday, February 5, 2019 after suffering a heart attack.
Left to cherish his memory are his mother Kathleen/Kay, twin sister Ann Quinn, sister Lynn Markert (Stephen), dearly-loved Aunty Rose, cousins and friends.
He was predeceased by his grandparents Ernest and Edith Corder, father John, brother-in-law Michael, aunts, uncles and a cousin.
John grew up in the St. James area of Winnipeg. He worked in the coin and stamp field until retiring to Silver Falls, Manitoba. It was there his love of gardening flourished and his yard was a haven for butterflies and hummingbirds.
John had a profound love of nature. He enjoyed immensely his field trips with friend Peter Taylor to observe butterflies, dragonflies,birds and other wildlife in their natural habitat. John has many treasured photographs taken during these excursions.
After retiring John discovered his artistic side. This resulted in numerous works of art using media such as oil painting, wood-working, stone carving, and photography.
In 2016, our mother moved into the Lac du Bonnet Personal Care Home. John was devoted to Mom and visited her regularly. He baked her special treats, brought favourite dishes for her lunch, and did what he could to brighten Mom’s day.
John took great pleasure in giving and receiving scratch tickets. He exchanged many over the years especially with our cousin Edith. He was delighted when someone had winning tickets.
John had an enduring friendship with Meindert and Tina and family. He and Meindert enjoyed many cribbage games together.
Our brother was blessed to have wonderful friends and neighbours. In particular, Robert and family, Travis and family, Dave and Ruth, Kathy and Jeff, Susan and Terry, Grant and their families, all share in our loss.
He always looked forward to lunches and visits with his friends John and Linda.
John loved dogs and had several canine friends throughout his life. Some of his other interests were antiques, garage sales, and thrift shops.
Kathy, your kindness made that dreadful day more bearable. We are forever grateful for your loving care of our brother. Thank you to all the medical personnel who worked so hard to save John.
Cremation has taken place and there will be no service. Please remember John in your own special way.
If you wish, in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your charity of choice in John’s memory.
There are things we don’t want to happen but have to accept,
things we don’t want to know but have to learn,
and people we can’t live without but have to let go.
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Bonnie
Dear Ann,
I am so sorry for the sudden loss of your twin brother, John.
My sincerest sympathy to you, your Mom and Lynn.
You will certainly miss his excellent support for you and your Mom.
Love, Bonnie
Candace
To John’s Family and Friends,
I work at the Clipper in Lac du Bonnet and I live just behind the Personal Care Home also in Lac du Bonnet. Once in while, John came to the Clipper to get copies made and I often saw him taking his Mom out for fresh air past my house behind the PCH. Then, the other day I was at the Pine Falls Hospital visiting my Mom and I looked at a painting on the wall in the corridor and it was a painting by John. I didn’t know him personally, but all these glimpses of him that I just mentioned told me that he was a good, kind person. And now I have to say that I’m certain he will be deeply missed by all who knew him. My sincere condolences.
Heather Softley
My deepest sympathy on the loss of John. He spoke often and fondly of his family on our many walks together.
John’s love of dogs and the outdoors forged a wonderful friendship over many years and he shall be greatly missed by his friends here in Great Falls. With John we enjoyed many hours of exploration along the trails and shorline here and to many of his favorite places in the region.
So many wonderful memories of a man who loved a little adventure, some special new discovery and a chance to see new things, meet new people and
oh how he loved a perfect weather day. He loved an old fashioned garden and the scent of the sweet peas that grew in mine. Many bunches of blooms were gathered here with real joy to take to your Mom so she too could enjoy them.
He will be missed
With Sympathy
Heather Softley
Jeanne bunka
Dear Ann & family. So sad to hear of johns passing. He sounds like the most interesting of people to get to know. Our hearts & prayers go out to you & your family. I’m sure john & Michael had a close friendship. Much love from your Calgary family . Jeanne & Ernie Bunka & Paul, Marni, Alisha, Sophie Lemay.
Grant Clay
Dear Ann,
The thoughtful obituary notice truly captured John’s nature and his pure enjoyment of life. My lifelong friendship with John was very meaningful in that the activities such as long walks around Silver Falls in the evenings and the conversations that we shared will always remain special in my memory. John played an important role with my parents, providing a spark to their days when he visited with them at their cottage just up the road in Silver Falls. His special interests in painting, nature, and photography were very fascinating, his abilities amazed me! His (your) mom was always most important to him, making sure he was home to be with her over every meal to share and respect their time together. John told me how pleased he was that your mom always had the company of one of you each day and it gave him peace knowing your mom was so well cared for.
My heartfelt sympathy to you, Lynne and your mom.
A tremendous loss, Grant.
Christine Kearns (Cruickshank)
Lynn , I was so sorry to hear of John’s passing . My sincere sympathy to you and your family. I have many fond memories of our days on Albany and you and your family were certainly a part of that. If you’re ever in Winnipeg it would be nice to get together for a chat. You can e-mail me at chkearns@shaw.ca