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Adam Vieira posted a condolence
Friday, March 15, 2024
Hi Mrs. Larocque,
I am very sorry to hear of John's (Coach John) passing. He was a great man and hockey coach for me in my youth, and to this day I think about him and those days at the rink. As a 49 year old man with my own sons in hockey I still remember that smile and his voice "go get them"
Adam Vieira
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Millie Goddard lit a candle
Thursday, March 14, 2024
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Nancy and family, Please accept my condolences to you and all your family! John was a wonderful friend to visit with every Sunday in Church. He will be missed by us all.
Sorry I’m away currently, so, cannot attend his funeral. May your memory of all the good times be a blessing to you always. Millie
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Leroy & Betty Poole posted a condolence
Saturday, March 9, 2024
Nancy, I was sorry to hear of John’s passing. Sending sincere sympathy to you & your family at this difficult time.
Betty Poole.
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Terry Neill posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
To Nancy and family
What a fantastic picture tribute to John! So sorry to read of John’s passing as he was a precious soul with a kind caring heart and always looked on the brighter side of life! He will be missed! Please send regards to Debbie and Tom.
Terry and Karen Neill
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David and Linda Powell donated to STRATHROY MIDDLESEX GENERAL HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
Monday, March 4, 2024
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Kaye and Gerry Adlington posted a condolence
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Our most sincere condolences to Nancy and family. John was always a very happy and most pleasant man. His walk included our mail route for a number of years. He was.a true professional in his work. On the hottest of summer days John would never accept a bottle of cold water. He was always willing to engage in conversation and was dependable along with Nancy to look after the church. You will truly be missed in our community. Kaye, Gerry Adlington
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Bill and Mary Anne Dowding pledged to donate to STRATHROY MIDDLESEX GENERAL HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
Saturday, March 2, 2024
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Mary Lee Felder posted a condolence
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Nancy , Kathy and Karen and families, Norma and Jim and Debbie
So sad to hear the news of John’s death this week. In Dublin until Wednesday but spoke with Michael and wanted to both express our condolences to all of you at this time.
Mike and Mary Lee Felder
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Kim posted a condolence
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Every time I saw John, he was always smiling and friendly to everyone. I`m so sorry to learn of his passing. Sending all of my thoughts and love to Karen, Kathy, Brooke and Haylee and to Nancy.
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Saturday, March 2, 2024
I enjoyed spending time with John as a member of the Jaycees and later on the gophers slo-pitch team. My sympathies to Nancy, Kathy and Karen.
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Hugh and Pam Hillis posted a condolence
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Sorry to hear of John's passing. My condolences to all the family and friends.
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Stephen Freymond & Yvette Ross, Jim & Karen Mussell, Don & Carol Langford, Marlene Dorrestyn donated to STRATHROY MIDDLESEX GENERAL HOSPITAL
Friday, March 1, 2024
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Sue Sutherland posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2024
I too got to know John and Nancy mostly by working with Peggy and Norma at CIBC. John was a big guy with a big heart and through his Memorial Video it’s plain to see how much he was loved and in turn how much he loved “his girls”. My deepest sympathy to you all.
Sue Sutherland
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Brent and Lori Clarke posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2024
Sending condolences to Nancy, Karen and Kathy and their families.
We first met John when he was our mail carrier, our son would wait patiently on the front porch for “John-man” to come along and give him a handful of elastics. Brent curled with “Highpockets” John, “Turkey” Turner and Kenny Pray and in later years, John and Brent played ball together with the Strathroy Gofers……lots of laughs and the odd game of good baseball.
John always had a smile or a funny story for whoever would listen. He will be missed by many!
Brent and Lori Clarke
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Billie-Jo and Cassandra lit a candle
Friday, March 1, 2024
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We are so sorry for the loss of your Pa, Kat. Our condolences to you and your family. Big HUGS Kat and Karen!
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Donna Haist posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2024
My condolences to all of the family
He was a very unique man
He will be miss by all who knew him
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Jim and Susan Howe posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2024
Our very deepest sympathies to Nancey and the Larocque family. John will be truly missed. Jim and Susan Howe
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Bob & Carol Dixon posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2024
Jim, our deepest condolences on the loss of your brother. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
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Grace Bradish posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2024
This is a great photo of John taken Nov. 11,2018 ringing the Strathroy United Church bells in remembrance of 100 years since the end of the first war. Truly representative of all he has been: in service to his family, his community, his faith, his friends and his country. Thanks Big John. What a gift. ♥️
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Kathy Brooks lit a candle
Friday, March 1, 2024
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Nancy and family, so sorry to hear of John's passing. He will be missed at the Rocket games. Kathy, Mike and Stacy Brooks
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Diane bradley lit a candle
Friday, March 1, 2024
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Dear Nancy, Karen, Kathy and All Family Members,
My deepest sympathy at this sad time. I knew John as Peggy's loving and cherished older brother, always caring, thoughtful and positive. We will all miss him dearly.
May your hearts find peace in the love of family, friends, cherished memories and faith. Diane Butler (Bradley)
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Patti Krista posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2024
Nancy and family, we are saddened to hear of John's passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Patti and Rayner Krista
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Barry Mitchell posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2024
Our deepest sympathy to Nancy and family. I always enjoyed working for many years with John at the Post Office. We had many laughs together and will miss that great sense of humor. Great memories to cherish.
Barry and Dorothy
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Jim Patterson posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2024
Dear Nancy and Family,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of John,
and know that you are being thought of in the kindest way.
Sincerely,
Jm Patterson
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Don and Cathy Gooding posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2024
Nancy and family, we are sorry to here of John's passing. Our thoughts are with you at this time
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Justin Pereira & Serena Allen posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2024
Nancy, Karen, Kathy, Brooke and Haylee
Uncle John was a wonderful man, who always made us smile and laugh whenever we had the chance to spend time with him. I will always remember his great stories, jokes and infectious laugh. I consider myself lucky and blessed to have grown up with him in my life and to have become friends with him as an adult. He will be greatly missed.
We are so sorry for your loss and you are all in our thoughts.
Love, Justin & Serena
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Brian and Peggy Brothers posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2024
Dear Nancy, Karen, Kathy, Brooke and Haylee.
Strathroy has truly lost one of the good ones. Such a great member of the community but most importantly an amazing husband, Pa and Grandpa. There's not a memory we have of John that doesn't put a smile on our faces. We still repeat some of his sayings that will always bring laughter. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. RIP John. You will be greatly missed.
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Linda and Bill Lamont posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2024
So sorry to hear about John. Condolences to all the family and friends that knew and loved him.
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Ron Tyler posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2024
Nancy and family our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time along with our deepest condolences.
Ron and Kate Tyler
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Kim & Dave Vegso posted a condolence
Friday, March 1, 2024
To Nancy and families. Very sorry to hear about the loss of John. Our thoughts are with you.
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Don & Chris Van Massenhoven posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Dear Nancy, Karen and Kathy
We are sorry to hear of John’s passing. He will be missed
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Steve & Brenda Schroeder posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
We were saddened to hear the news about John. So many fond memories came flooding back of get togethers and time spent at your home and at the rink. He could always make us laugh! We were thankful that Jesse had a good home to stay in when he billeted in Strathroy for hockey, with people that cared about him. John will be missed and fondly remembered by his friends in the Strathroy community and those who love him. He's left his mark on many of our hearts. Hoping you can find strength by leaning on your family, friends, neighbours and faith for comfort and support in the days ahead.
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Bruce Lambert posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Sending my sincere condolences to Nancy and family . John was a a great person and contributed so much to society.
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Bill and Lyn Riordan posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
So sorry for your loss Nancy, Kathy, Karen and girls. John was a wonderful neighbour with a great sense of humour. He will be missed by many.
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Shirley Cleve posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Our deepest sympathy to Nancy and families.May your faith and family support help thru this very difficult time.
Chuck &Shirley Cleve
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Sheila posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
My deepest sympathy for your loss Nancy, Karen, Kat and the entire family. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. - Love, Sheila
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Jesse Schroeder posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
I had the privilege of spending 4 years with the Larocque family during my time with the Rockets. There is no greater service in life than inviting up to 4 strange teenage boys to live in your house. I still look back at times and wonder . . . . . what were John and Nancy thinking? What they were thinking of . . . . was anybody but themselves. They gave their time and energy to teenage boys at the most important time of their lives. For that, I will always be truly thankful for. My time with John, Nancy, Karen, Kat, Jared Keeso, Alan Keeso, and the rest of the boys were the best of times . . . . period!
I will always remember John for his jokes and comments following a game, which always put things in perspective no matter how bad we played! He always had a smile or a goofy look on his face that made everyone laugh. I also remember John's stick shift lessons in the old purple Cavalier. Hard to believe that car survived those years.
Thank you John! You will be missed!
With Love, Jesse Schroeder
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John and Chris Gallant posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Sincere condolences to Nancy and family on John's passing. He will be remembered by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. John and Chris Gallant
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Berino Albert Soares posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Our sincere condolences to Nancy and all the family in the passing of John. He was a great guy who always greeted us whenever our paths met. Our prayers are with you all.
Rest in peace John
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John & Maria Kolstein posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Our deepest condolences to all the family . John was our mail carrier the best we ever had with a great smile . Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
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Amelia Legg lit a candle
Thursday, February 29, 2024
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Kat, please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time.
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Brother Chris Larocque lit a candle
Thursday, February 29, 2024
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As Uncle John's Two Spirit family member my husband and myself, we would like to say to the rest of the family that we are sorry for your lost at this time of all of our life, may you all think of thr love that Uncle John has shown to us all.
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Laureen Deauvall posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
My deepest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
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Donna Walker posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
My sympathy to Nancy and family in the loss of your husband, dad and grandfather. Blessings to all.
Sincerely, Donna Walker
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MaryAnne Dunn. Nee Humphries posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Nancy and family. So sorry to read of Johns passing
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Lesley Hollingsworth posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
My deepest sympathy to Nancy and family on John's passing. He was a very generous and kind man, and will be missed by all who were lucky enough to know him.
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Marjorie Harris posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
My sincere condolences to you Nancy and girls at this very difficult time. He will be missed
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Angelique Larocque lit a candle
Thursday, February 29, 2024
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Sending Prayers and Loving thought to My Uncle John Family, Dad sends is regards to the Family. God bless you all. Sincerely Angelique Larocque
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Jared posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
John and Nancy were my billet parents in Strathroy for two years while I played for the Rockets. They opened their home to not just me, but also to my nut sack brother Al, as well as Jesse Schroeder who is an even bigger nut sack. We had so much fun there. They showed us patience, kindness and caring. We have many great memories of throwing the frisbee around in their big back yard, swimming in the pool and playing with Phoebe the Irish Setter (aka Phoebe Setterov). I will always remember John's Dad jokes (otherwise known as bad jokes) and how funny he always found them. John was a true salt of the Earth man, a proud Canadian and had a smile that made everyone else smile. The Keeso's are so thankful for John, Nancy, Karen and Kat for the love and support they showed us during those years - very important years in our lives. Thank you, John, for everything you did for me (an actor/writer/producer in a competitive Canadian TV landscape), my brother (a nut sack), and Schroeds who probably still pees sitting down. You are missed. Love from Jared Keeso
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Jesse Schroeder Posted Feb 29, 2024 at 5:30 PM
I can't believe Jared remembered how I peed and not my goal scoring ability!!!!
You owe me a beer next time I see you Jared!!!!!!
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Ida Bice posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Condolences to Nancy, Karen ,Kathy and the whole family - John will surely be missed
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Jim and Kathy Kersey posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Please accept our sincere condolences. Thinking of you at this sad and difficult time. Jim and Kathy Kersey
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Shelley Rieger posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
My sincerely condolences to Nancy the girls and their families. Share his stories and he will live on.
Shelley Rieger (Kennedy)
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Lee whiteside posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
So sad to hear the passing of Big John also know by his fellow ball players as MOOSE . He was definately fun to be around with and was aways considering the other people and the right thing to do and say . He will be sorley missed and our thoughts are with all you girls and your journey in the next few days and weeks .
Diane and Lee
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Sherry Cadman Peto posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
My condolences to Nancy and Family on the passing of John.
Treasure your many memories.
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Cheryl Bolton posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Dear Nancy and girls, I will so miss John and his joking. He always made work at the church fun. I will never forget our trip to Haiti and all the memories. I know a huge hole has been left in your lives. Dave and I send our deepest sympathies and lots of hugs.
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Alma Robb posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
John (& Nancy) were my first neighbours when I moved to Stathroy. We became, and remained, good friends. John was quick to help in any way, and will be missed by everyone who knew him. May he rest in peace!!
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Rolf Mantei posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
My deepest condolences to Nancy and your family; I was deeply saddened to hear of John’s passing. Although I only knew him for a short time, he was a great friend, a caring and helping man with a wonderful sense of humour. I will miss him…
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Mary Lou Mollard posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Sending our sympathies Nancy, Karen and Kathy. We’ve all remembered Johns wonderful personality and how he made everyone laugh.
Mary Lou Mollard, Erin, John, Keri, Mark Schreiter
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Anne & Brian Jones posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Dear Nancy and Family:
We are sad to hear of John's passing and extend our sincerest condolences to you and your family.
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
With love, Anne & Brian Jones.
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Shirley Pearson posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Nancy
I was sad to read of John’s passing.
My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Shirley Pearson
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Ryan & Family posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Kat & Family, so very sorry to hear of your loss - we are thinking of you.
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Diane Ferrington posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
John was a dear friend and great neighbour who will be truly missed in our little community. He helped in all our events and added his great sense of humour to all he did. Jerry and I will truly miss John and our thoughts and prayers are with all his girls.
Diane and Jerry Ferrington
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Richard and Anne Keeso posted a condolence
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Highly regarded in their community, John and Nancy were special billet parents to our sons Alan and Jared when they played hockey in Strathroy over 20 years ago. John was a man with a kind and caring presence and our family felt secure in his and Nancy's care. We will always be indebted to John and the Laroque family for faithfully being there in those formative years of our sons.
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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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