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Colin & Nancy Pearson posted a condolence
To Janie and kids, Rick & Erma and all the Gras family: please accept our sincerest sympathy and condolences on your loss. We have fond memories of meeting and spending time with John while we were in St. Marys. We'll send prayers for all of you. Colin, Nancy, Nicole, Jameson and Nolan
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Dianna Hardy posted a condolence
John's passing has reminded me that life is short and nothing can be taken for granted. I remember John best from our college days at Centralia where he was a solid friend to all the guys in the Stratford gang (and to all of those who interacted with him), an upstanding student, and as someone else has stated, a man of integrity. I am thankful to have had a chance to know John a little, to have seen him at our reunion last year, and to know that he has raised a beautiful family and been surrounded by love. May you rest in peace John. My prayers are with your loved ones at this time.
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Anna Prendergast posted a condolence
Janie and family: So saddened to hear of your loss, thinking of you all and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Anna and John
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John Van Herk Jr posted a condolence
Dear Gras Family: Our condolences to all of you. His smile was one that brightened the day everywhere he went. John and Cheryl Van Herk, Cedar Springs, Ontario
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Marian Sterk posted a condolence
Janie and Family We are saddened to hear of John's passing. Our deepest condolences and we wish you much strength in the comin days Marian and Ben Sterk
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Sonya, Geoff, Riley and Jenna Hicks posted a condolence
Janie and family, We were deeply saddened to hear the news of Johns' passing. Always a bright smile on his face and a sparkle in his eye. May you all find strength and courage during this difficult time. Sonya, Geoff, Riley and Jenna Hicks.
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Adrian Rehorst posted a condolence
We are all so saddened by the news . Extending our sincere sympathy to the entire family . John was a great contributor to the District committee representative group with the Chicken Farmers of Ontario and his vision and wisdom will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you .
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Barbara Green posted a condolence
We are so saddened by this news and wish you our deepest sympathies, Janie. You and your family are in our in our hearts and in our prayers. Richard, Barbara and Erin Green
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Al and Trudy Burgers posted a condolence
We are so sorry for your loss. Accept our deepest and heartfelt condolences. Al and Trudy Burgers
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Kathryn Petrie posted a condolence
My deepest sympathy to Janie and her family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Kathryn Petrie Brandon, Spencer and Nick Edgar
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LFrancolini posted a condolence
Janie and family, We hope that the faith that has guided you so many times will strengthen you as you mourn your loss. Janie, although our paths have not crossed for some time, know you and family are in our hearts and prayers. James and Lisa (Barr) Francolini
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Lisa and Kelly Linton posted a condolence
Janie and family So sorry to hear of the loss of John. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the memories help you to heal in this difficult time.
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JoAnne and Tom Droog posted a condolence
Janie and family So sorry to hear of the sudden death of John. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time in your lives. May the wonderful memories help to you to heal. Hugs JoAnne and Tom Droog
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Keri Ferguson $ posted a condolence
Janie and family, Our thoughts and hearts go out to you all. So sorry for the loss of John, a very good man. Keri Ferguson and Mark, Luke and Jake Dickey
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Reid and Shelley Dundas posted a condolence
Janie and family, We were so saddened to learn of John’s sudden passing. You are all in our thoughts, and we pray that your wonderful memories carry you through the sad days ahead. Reid and Shelley Dundas and family
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Leo & Gerda Schrijver posted a condolence
Our sincere condolences go out to the Gras and Boere Families
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Barb Leyser posted a condolence
To the Gras Family: So very sorry to hear about the passing of John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. From Barb Leyser & Family
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Jeffrey and Monique Reijnen and Family posted a condolence
Our deepest sympathy to you Janie and your family.
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Bert and Sylvia Groenestege posted a condolence
To the Gras Family, we are so sorry to hear about the passing of John. May all your good memories with him give you peace and comfort.
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Nancy Boere posted a condolence
Dear Janie and family, So sorry to hear the sad news of John’s passing, my sincere condolences to you and the entire family. I am not able to be with you at this time but my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Hugs, Tante Nancy
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Liz and Jay Armstrong posted a condolence
Janie, our sincere condolences to you and your family. Jay, Liz and kids.
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Harold and Melanie Burgers posted a condolence
So sorry to hear of John's passing. Our sincerest condolences to your whole family. Harold and Melanie Burgers
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Vince & Juriy Forrester posted a condolence
My deepest condolences over the sudden passing of John, our prayers. are with you. Vince, Juriy Forrester & family
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Krista &craig Hulshof posted a condolence
My sincere condolences. John always made a point to have a chat with me and Craig when we crossed paths. He was easy to talk to.
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Laurie O’Keefe posted a condolence
Janie and family, so sorry to hear of Jon sudden passing. May your sweet memories , his kind smile and friendly personality help you through this difficult time. Hugs to all Laurie, Mark and Kurtis O’Keefe
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Marty & Krista (Wydeven) De Groot posted a condolence
Janie & Family - we were so shocked to hear of John's passing. He was so friendly and always greeted us with a smile when we met at a Poultry or Farm Show. He was genuinely interested in knowing what was new with our operation and family. The first year our daughter played ringette in Mitchell we didn't know many families; he sat with us at the banquet and made us feel so welcome. You will be in our prayers...sending you strength. Marty & Krista (Wydeven) De Groot, Kinkora
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Peter and Wilma Bastiaansen posted a condolence
Dear Janie and family. Sending our sincere condolences to you and the entire Gras and Boere families. May you all be granted strength for the time ahead. Thinking of you. Peter & Wilma Bastiaansen.
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Reinoud & Klaartje Verhoef posted a condolence
Our deepest sympathy to Brayden, his Mom and family. Reinoud and Klaartje Verhoef. ( parents Rick & Julia Verhoef)
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wim and Karin Snoek posted a condolence
We are so sorry to hear of John's passing. Our deepest condolences to Janie and family. Wim and Karin Snoek
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Ken Cable posted a condolence
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss.My sympathies go out to Janie and family.
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Jeannine Van Kessel posted a condolence
Oh Janie. Mike and I are so very sorry to hear this devastating news. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Mike and Jeannine Van Kessel
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Ben & Wilma Aarts posted a condolence
We are extremely sad to hear about Johns passing .His beautiful smile and family memories will be cherished forever Ben & Wilma Aarts & Family
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Ken &Christine Mogk posted a condolence
Our deepest condolences to the family in the passing of John. He was always smiling and a friendly person to talk to , many little chats when he came into our business. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
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Jim Anderson, St. Therese Institute posted a condolence
My sincerest condolences on your loss. Please be assured, in this time of deep sorrow, that my prayers, and the prayers of all of us at St. Therese Institute, students and staff, are with you. May Our Lady of Tenderness cover your family in her mantle of love, consolation, and mercy, and may St. Thérèse send you each a rose of consolation. The Masses in the St. Therese Chapel this week, yesterday and today, were offered for the repose of John's soul and for the comfort of your family. May John rest in peace in the love of Jesus, and may the peace of Jesus be with you all.
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Joe & Connie Van Aert posted a condolence
Janie, so sorry to hear of Johns passing. Please know you’re in our thoughts and prayers. Condolences Joe and Connie
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Toon and Toni Aarts posted a condolence
So sorry to hear about the sudden passing of John Our sincere condolences to Janie, kids and family Toon and Toni Aarts
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The Wedow’s posted a condolence
Janie and Family. We are so deeply saddened by John’s passing. We will cherish our ringette memories of John. Especially the long walks through the parks of P.E.I. John had such a contagious smile, no matter what kind of day you were having he would always make you smile. Thinking of you all. Shawn, Susie, Avery, Ainsleigh and Ashtyn Wedow❤️
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Edgar Rosentreter posted a condolence
I had many grain dealings with John over the past fifteen years. It was a pleasure doing business with John as his word was his bond plus he was a man of integrity. He will be missed. Edgar Rosentreter
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Willy Van Klooster posted a condolence
The obituary refers to John's love of water. When he and I were both 13, he had joined the competitive swim team at the Y in Stratford. He said I should join. I said I would not be capable of swimming competitively. He believed I could do it. After more coaxing, John talked me into it. Joining the swim team completely changed the trajectory of my life. His confidence in me led to me gaining confidence in myself and making future choices which I would not otherwise have made. He was a good friend who had a significant impact on my life. My condolences to all in the family. Willy Van Klooster
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Ken, Ann McLellan and family posted a condolence
Our deepest sympathy to you Janie, your kids and the whole Gras family. We will miss John. He was a great friend, neighbour, and customer. We will miss his phone calls and that smile he always had. Hold each tightly and remember the good times you had with him. He will be missed by so many people.
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Craig posted a condolence
My most deep sympathy to the Gras family, thinking of you during this tough time. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
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Dan and Melody Newman posted a condolence
Or most deep sympathy to the Gras family. We alway enjoyed our conversations with John, he was such a positive and understanding man. We will miss all the stories he would tell about your family, he was so proud. He will be missed greatly. Dan and Melody Newman
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Mary and Richard Verberne posted a condolence
So sorry to hear about the sudden passing of John. He will certainly be missed by the many lives he has touched. We have fond memories of him from the Boersen-VandenHengel reunions. Deepest sympathy from Richard and Mary(Hak) Verberne
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Angie Van Kessel posted a condolence
Janie and family. Tony and I are very sorry to hear of the sudden passing of John. Out thoughts are with you and your family at this most difficult of times. Angie and Tony Van kessel
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Jane and George Zwep posted a condolence
To the entire Gras family we wish to extend our most deepest sympathy. John was a man of faith and a real gentleman. He will be missed in so many ways by some many people. May the wonderful memories of John strengthen you all to help to carry you through the days ahead.
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