With great sadness and love, we mourn the passing of our dearest John on October 17, 2022, at the age of 91. Predeceased by Bernice, his sweetheart and wife of 61 years, John will be dearly missed by his daughter Jennifer (Glenn) and grandchildren Jessica and Lucas. He also leaves his sister Joan, brother-in-law Wendell, sister-in-law Patricia, brother-in-law Stewart, dear nieces and nephews, and many special friends.
Born and raised in Victoria to parents Jock and Flo, John enjoyed a lifetime of outdoor adventures that often involved fishing, hiking camping and sailing. John was a man of great conversation and stories, quick to laugh, and generous with his time and many talents. He enjoyed a long career at CFB Esquimalt Dockyard in instrument repair and had great skill in fixing all things. Ever grateful for the long retirement he enjoyed with Bernice, John was a tremendously thoughtful father, grandfather, friend and dog whisperer.
Thank you to the staff of St Charles Manor and the staff on 3S and 8N at the Royal Jubilee Hospital.
A Celebration of Life will take place at Cordova Bay United Church, 813 Claremont Avenue, on Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at 2:00 pm.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of John Walter Rowan 2022..
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Death notice for the town of: Victoria, Province: Colombie britanique