I worked in the Department of Economics Office from 1983 to 2022 And have such fond memories of John. Professionally, as an administrative staff member, I could always rely on John to meet all our admin deadlines and be supportive in all aspects of the daily office life. John had a great sense of humour and mycoworker Jean and I would play jokes on him and shared a lot of laughs with him, One joke was planning a date of a retroactive meeting if we had decided to have a meeting in the past, what date would have worked for him, had we had a meeting. but never planned one. I still laugh thinking about the exchange of memos we had about it. He was such a kind and thoughtful man and a pleasure to work with. I am sorry for your loss.

1. I was on a number of trips with John, in all seasons. He loved the outdoors, as all of we Grey Hares do.

Rick and I have the most wonderful memories of a back country ski trip to British Columbia we were privileged to be on with John. I was a novice skier at the time and what I remember most was how he so generously shared his knowledge of the outdoors (and much more). He was patient and kind, His enthusiasm for life and love of the outdoors was infectious. Although we never saw him again after that trip he held a very special place in our hearts

We feel very blessed to have known John. Our heartfelt condolenses to the family.

I have a great memory of a work party to Mantario Cabin in October. The sights and sounds, the temperatures hovering around zero and we worked on portages and brought wood back for splitting. John, Lee Cullen, Lorne Klassen and myself were warm and cosy in the cabin and it had not snowed at all yet, The evening before were were to return home it snowed, and the magic of the Fall scenery was inhanced. Its one of my favorite Nature Manitoba moments ever and John was there being the fellow we all knew and will miss.

Dear Mark and Cindy, Mike and Carla,

We are saddened to hear of your dads passing. What an amazing life full of joy and adventure- just 2 of the many attributes he shared with you and your mom. Our deepest condolence. love and hugs to all.

We have so many good memories to hold in our hearts. John, you were a wealth of natural history information-- from forestry to geology and many subjects in between.

Two outdoor pursuits standout-- firstly, canoeing with his equally knowledgeable wife Pat. John always had his detailed topographical maps in front of him in the canoe and so led us safely amongst the many lakes and rivers that we paddled with them.

His other passion was mountainpeering and back country skiing. We fondly recall a memorable xc ski visit with him to back country Skoki Lodge situated about 11 km behind Lake Louise Ski area. As a young boy, John had skied into the the lodge with his father. Imaging his delight when he discovered his signature in the guest book. A surprise visit by and old friend, Harvey Locke, the owner of Skokie and the Lake Louise ski area really topped off his day.

we will miss both John and Pat so much on our ongoing ' outdoor adventures.

Our deepest condolences on John's passing. He was a kind and Supportive friend to my mom and dad and I found his commitment and enjoyment of active living from back country skiing to his velochair incredibly inspiring. I am so sorry for the losses you are in experiencing and wish you peace in the love and memories you shared.

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We met John (and Pat) in September 2013 when we joined Nature Manitoba's Grey Hares. John had been Grey Hares Coordinator for many years until earlier in 2013.

Anita's second-ever Grey Hares activity was canoeing at Patricia Beach with 5 other Grey Hares. Anita was John's bow paddler. We enjoyed many Grey Hares activities with John & Pat between 2013 and 2020.

Our condolences to John's family and many close friends.

I'll never forget the time John joined his son Mike and a bunch of us on a university bus trip to Fernie BC in the early 80s. In particular, he helping several of us enter a toga party in the floor below, lowering us off the balcony using bedsheets. And we thought he would stop us!

Dear Mark, Cindy and family.

We extend our sincere condolences on the passing of your father. From reading about his life, he led a time of many adventures and love of nature, which sounds so wonderful. May these memories keep him close to your hearts.

Knowing that both Pat and John are gone leaves a hole in my heart. We knew them first because the kids were the same ages, in school together, lived only one street apart and became friends. Then we knew them as parents, neighbours and friends with intersecting interests. Getting in touch with them live and up close on visits to Winnipeg was a priority on visits. We kept in touch with email and Christmas letters but it always seemed that we could pick up where we left off when we were together. They had that unique talent of being present and interested in people, places and things of the moment. I remember many discussions where we could always count on John to say what he was thinking and make us think, too. We will miss them and hold those memories close.

It was a privilege to know both Pat and John when we were all at the LSE. Although it was a short span of years it had a major impact on all our lives and is remembered as a happy time. John kindly facilitated my visit to Canada when I spent a few days with his parents in Victoria. Subsequently we met a few times in the UK and we were introduced to Michael and Mark when they were very young. John pursued both his academic career and his outdoor activities with great enthusiasm and I enjoyed the annual Christmas card with its montage of photos. How they found time for their travelling and outdoor adventures is a mystery. I will miss them both. But I offer my sincerest condolences to all the family. Never was it truer to describe both John and Pat' lives as really well lived. RIP.

John was my colleague, friend and , most important of all, my mentor..

My wife, Fay, and I were fortunate to know Pat and John for over 40 years.

It is with upmost sorrow and broken heart that we offer our sincere condolences to their lovely family and friends.

we never forget their kindness and hospitality during our stay in Winnipeg for twenty five years.

we miss them wholeheartedly.