CARSON, John Clements “Jack” – Peacefully and surrounded by love at Strathcona Long Term Care on Friday, August 26, 2022 at the age of 83. Cherished husband of Evelyn Carson (née MacDonald) for over 60 years. Loving father of Lesley Brownlee and her husband Paul of Mount Forest, and Brad Carson of Durham. Beloved grandfather of McKai, Maddison, Daniel (Hyunan), Matthew (Sarah) and Jane (Ben). Survived by his siblings: Bill Carson and his wife Susan of Owen Sound, June Carson of Toronto, and Don Carson of Hamilton. Lovingly remembered by Evelyn’s family along with many nieces and nephews.
Jack was raised on a farm in Dundalk where he spent a very happy childhood. He was lucky to be 13 years older than his oldest sibling and thus enjoyed being an only child for many years and regarded as a father figure in later days. He married a PEI gal, Evelyn, who became his devoted spouse for 61 years. Together they raised a family in Dundalk. He worked in purchasing at Westinghouse and Hotpoint in Orangeville for over 30 years. Jack and Ev moved to Mount Forest in 2012. Jack entered Long-Term Care in 2017.
Jack lived an exceptionally happy life. Despite being diagnosed with Parkinson’s at the age of 53, his fierce determination to never admit there was anything wrong with him, carried him throughout his life. His positive nature allowed him to continue doing all the things he loved, such as hunting, gardening and many trips to Prince Edward Island. Lobster, the Toronto Maple Leafs, his 1954 Ford were his big loves. His biggest love was his family. He was a really good man and a sweetheart to many. We will miss him dearly.
The family would sincerely like to appreciate the many people at Strathcona Long Term Care who made Jack’s life easier or who freely gave their time to him in a busy setting. You truly make a difference with residents and families. Also thanks to England Funeral Home for their compassion and care.
Visitation will be held at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest, on Thursday, September 1st from 4:00-6:00 p.m. The memorial service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday, September 2nd at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow in Bethel United Church Cemetery, Southgate Township. Please wear a mask to protect family and friends who may be vulnerable. Due to the ongoing construction on Hwy. 89 in Mount Forest, visit www.englandfuneralhome.com for instructions on how to enter the funeral home parking lot. Those wishing to view the service livestream are invited to visit the funeral home website and click on the link below Jack’s obituary. In memory, donations to Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario would be appreciated.
Memorial Service for John “Jack” Carson
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Death notice for the town of: Mount-Forest, Province: Ontario