In memory of

John "Jack" Laurie Best

October 6, 1920 - August 18, 2017

Peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, August 18th, 2017 in his 97th year at Bay Ridges Long Term Care, Pickering. Jack will be remembered for his outgoing personality, his love of sports, and his total devotion to his family. Jack loved to travel. He also loved being around the water - having owned a family cottage in the Haliburton area for 38 years. Jack was pre-deceased by his wife Jean who were in their 69th year of marriage. Devoted father to Janet (Al), Lori (Andrew) and Kevin (Mary). Caring grandfather to Amie (Aaron), Matthew, Shawn, Stephanie, Jordan (Haylei), Kyle and Ryan. Great-grandpa to Nola and Miles. The family will receive relatives and friends at PINE HILLS CEMETERY & FUNERAL CENTRE, on Wednesday, August 23rd from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. with the funeral to commence at 11 a.m. in the chapel, and a reception to follow (625 Birchmount Rd., Scarborough (north of St. Clair Ave. E., 416-267-8229). Private family interment. The family would like to thank the staff of Bay Ridges for their genuine care and support during Jack's final hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Trigeminal Neuralgia Association of Canada.

For online donations visit: http://tnac.org/tnac/donate-to-the-trigeminal-neuralgia-association-of-canada/

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Connie Carras (Family Friend)

Entered August 20, 2017 from Toronto

We were so saddened to hear of Jack's passing. Our deepest condolences to Kevin, Mary and all his beautiful family. I will always remember Jack for filling a room with his smile and big personality, for how much he lived life as a great adventure, for how very much he loved his family and for how he remembered the very details important to the person he was having a conversation with that would bring them a smile and chance to laugh together. It is very hard to lose a loved one and grief can be a sneaky thing, so I hope the special memories Jack left with everyone will warm your hearts and continue to fill them with love and laughter.
God rest his soul and God bless you his family in remembering him and continuing his great legacy.
Connie, Demetris, George, Georgia and Betty Carras

Sheri Crawford (Coworker of Kevin)

Entered August 21, 2017 from Pickering

Sincere condolences to the Best family. May your father rest in peace.

Darlene (previous neighbour)

Entered August 21, 2017

I lived across from the Best family from 1963 until I moved away in 1973. I have very fond memories of Jack as a very fun Dad who always had a twinkle in his eye, knowing he was going to provide some sort of entertainment for all the kids at the top
of our street. Glad to have known you!

Latisha Thomas

Entered August 22, 2017 from Scarborough

A thought of comfort and condolences to the Best family. May your father rest in peace

Kathryn McGarry (Niece)

Entered August 22, 2017 from Cambridge

My Uncle Jack: larger than life, sharp witted and never missed a chance to tease his 3 nieces! My sisters and I fondly remember his unique chuckle, his twinkling eyes as he questioned us about the latest boyfriends when we were teenagers, and his love for his family. He and Auntie Jean shared a beautiful love and modelled what true devotion looks like, to his wonderful family. Uncle Jack enriched all of our lives and we will all miss him.

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