In memory of

John Walker

March 19, 1928 - January 7, 2022

John Walker was a loving husband and brilliant man. Born in Ireland, John came to Canada in 1950 to work as a carpenter. He married the love of his life Rose in 1955 and became a father to her son John. A few years later, Rose gave birth to their daughter Joanne. John worked as a carpenter, building mock ups of ships, planes and diving chambers for Canada's defence at Defence and Civil Institute Environmental Medicine, where he worked for 38 years.

After retiring he enjoyed photography and golf. He was married for 60 years. He took care of Rose until her passing.

John leaves behind brother Desmond, children John (Patti), Joanne (Dave), grandchildren Ben, Brandon, Gregory, (Pam), Kelsey (Christian). He was predeceased by parents James and Sarah.

A private service will be held on January 22nd.

Guestbook

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Pamela Archibald (Grand-daughter-in-law)

Entered January 13, 2022 from Ontario

I’m sharing in your sadness and grief as you remember your beloved father.

John and Patricia Walker (son and daughter in law)

Entered January 14, 2022 from Hampton

he was a great Father and will be greatly missed

Desmond Walker (Brother)

Entered January 14, 2022 from Whitby,Ontario

We were close brothers(and friends).More so in the years since Rose left this earth.I would drive over,mostly on Sunday afternoons to watch the golf games,especially if Tiger Woods was playing and sit with him for several hours drinking coffee.He was happy when I told him I researched our mother and thanks to "Ancestry"and a neighbour of hers in Ireland found her back in Co Tyrone at 97 years old.She passed suddenly(just like John).John was kind to everyone whose life he touched and I will miss him Terribly.

Barb Dyrseth (Friend)

Entered January 14, 2022 from Oshawa

I’m very sorry for your loss. Thinking of your family at this difficult time.

Fred Dinn (Nephew)

Entered January 16, 2022 from Calgary, Alberta

My Uncle John was a special relative to me. I lived my Aunt Rose and Uncle John for a bit in 1981 before and during the passing of my Mother. Uncle John introduced me to raisin toast and as some of us know he made the Worlds Best Coffee! Whenever we'd go over to his place for family gatherings, he'd always make a point of telling me all about his latest hobby whether it was photography or video taping, on many occasions allowing me to be the Videographer at our get togethers. I'm sure those tapes still exist. They would be a hoot to see now! Aunt Rose and Uncle John's long marriage is a testament to their love for each and something for all of us to strive for. Uncle John I will speak of you til the day I die. Much love.