Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
C. Small Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
8 Entries
Ruth Morrison
May 29, 2006
With sincerest sympathy to the family of John Small - he will be remembered fondly. Ruth Morrison & daughters (Darlene & Stephanie)
Jim Collins
May 28, 2006
I will always remember John's kind sense of humour and his wisdom about so many things. I especially remember fondly his response to "I'm fine thanks" when he was offering food or beverage to me as a guest: "I know you're fine but would you like to have some"... This was just but one indication of his wonderful generous spirit! My prayers are with his family and all of us who will miss his fine, true and faithful humanity.
Jan (Riley) & Pat Neville
May 28, 2006
Jean, we wish you and your family our sincerest condolences.
John made an indelible impact on me as an 11 year-old when our family arrived in Paris on our return trip home to Canada, and you both welcomed us into your home. You and John were so kind and hospitable. John made breakfast the following morning and had us wide-eyed with appreciation and awe. He simply impressed the socks off of us as he flipped pancakes that did double turns up to the ceiling and neatly landed back in the pan. We figured that it was hardly surprising that he was an important Canadian diplomat: how else might he have such talent?
John had such a wonderful ability to make everyone around him feel so important, and years later when we reconnected at my parent's cottage his graciousness and warmth were still a central part of who he was.
He will be greatly missed and we send our deepest sympathy.
Mary Riley
May 28, 2006
Our love and deepest condolences to Jean, their four daughters and their families. John will live in our hearts and memories forever.
George and Mary Riley and their four daughters and families.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Edith and Jack Nielsen
May 26, 2006
Our very sincerest sympathy to Jean and family. John was a true gentleman, in every sense of the word. He will be missed.
Donna-Fay Mailhot
May 26, 2006
My sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Small. I first met the Smalls in "Peking" in 1976 and always found Mr. Small to be an honourable and true gentleman. Although it is many years since last meeting, my memories of him at the helm of the Canadian Embassy in Peking remain strong.
Bruce Millar
May 26, 2006
It is with deep sorrow that I learned of the passing of my Uncle John.He was a remarkable man and was much loved by my mother,Mary and late father,Oliver.The many stories of his experiences in the many countries he served in while working with Canadian Government were interesting and captivating to my sisters and myself.He will be greatly missed. On behalf of my sisters,Kit and Lesley, and mother Mary, I wish to extend our deepest sympathies to our cousins,Chris,Margaret,Cathy and Trish, and of course to our dear Aunt Jean. Our prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow.
Nicolas Lacroix
May 26, 2006
I would like to offer my condoleances to the family of Mr Small. I wrote him in 1995 about relations between Canada and China during my studies and he had the kindness to answer me.
A former student who remember
Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results
Make a Donation
in C. Small's name
How to support C.'s loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor C. Small's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
