In Loving Memory of John Gilbert Stanley Perera

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Gilbert Perera on Saturday February 5, 2022, in his 93rd year. John is predeceased by his loving wife Doris of almost 38 years, and his siblings Alfred, Beatrice, Christie, Percy, Cyril, Clarise, and Victor. He is dearly loved and will be forever missed by his loving daughter Kushi, son-in-law Sampath Rayen, his cherished granddaughters Natashya and Nirosha, his nephews, nieces, extended family, and friends.

John was a fiercely independent gentleman, deeply religious with strong morals, who enjoyed teaching and travelling. He was devoted to his wife, daughter, and granddaughters and was blessed with a full and happy life. He had a passion for History and Geography and travelled the world, having lived in Sri Lanka, Kenya, England, and Canada, as well as having visited India, France, Netherlands, Seychelles, Portugal, Israel, Egypt, Maldives, and Australia. He enjoyed living his life on his own terms, wanting to live it “his way” until the very end.

Due to the Covid Pandemic all visitations at the funeral home are to be scheduled. Please contact the SIMPLE ALTERNATIVE Funeral Centre at 905-602-1580 to book your session. Please note that the maximum number of people allowed at each visitation session is 23 (including the family).

Friday February 11, 2022

4-4:45 pm
5-5:45 pm
6-6:45 pm
7-8 pm

For those who wish to attend the funeral Mass at Merciful Redeemer Parish on Saturday, February 12 at 12:30 p.m., please contact the funeral home to have your named added to the church's guest list.

If you are unable to attend the visitation or funeral service, you may join our family for the Mass via live stream by copying & pasting the following link into your browser:
https://youtu.be/Ib7wC40UROU