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John Sims Obituary
He leaves behind Barbara, his devoted wife of 41 years, daughter Kirsten McElgunn (Ryan), son Stephen Sims (Chessa) and daughter Lauren Richet (Ben). John is survived by his grandchildren, the loveable and lively Isabel McElgunn, sweet baby Ophelia Sims and was looking forward with great joy and anticipation to the birth of Lauren and Ben's baby. John's greatest sorrow was that he would not be here to watch his grandchildren grow. He also leaves behind his sister Laurie Chase and her husband David, his mother-in-law, Hope Baker, brothers-in-law Bob, Peter and Ken, sisters-in-law Judy, Pat and Robyn and his much loved nieces and nephews. He will be missed by his four-legged companion Ghillie. Over the years, John became "Pops" to many of his children's friends and he cherished those relationships. You are unnamed here but you know who you are!
John was a graduate of St. Thomas More Collegiate and a charter student at SFU in Economics. A distinguished Chartered Accountant, John has long set an example of strong community service (Board of the Archdiocese of Vancouver; St. Pius X Parish Council; BC Centre for Ability; Wildlife Rescue and Special Olympics BC). In 1999, the Institute of Chartered Accountants named him CA of the Year in recognition of his community service and he was elected a Fellow of the ICABC in 2004 in recognition of his service and the honour he brought to the accounting profession. John articled with Wolridge Mahon, CAs before joining the chartered accounting firm of Ellis Foster where he spent many years as a partner. He then joined the accounting firm of Ernst & Young as Executive Director and retired as a partner at Manning Elliott Chartered Accountants. John was a mentor to many young professionals and took great pride in their growth and success.
A sports enthusiast and a die-hard Canucks and BC Lions supporter, John played hockey, tennis, some questionable golf and was an avid fisherman. Countless hours were spent coaching and supporting his children's sports and endeavours. Some of his happiest times were spent fishing with his friends and family on the Cowichan River, around Quadra Island, Pennask Lake, Rivers Inlet and many other locations. He treasured the time spent at his recreational property near Maple Bay on Vancouver Island and at Taku Resort on Quadra.
We will be forever grateful to Dr. Christopher Ryan, Dr. Peter Edmonds, Sandra, the RNs and the Home Support team during John's final months.
Prayers will be offered at 7:00 pm on Friday, January 17th at St. Pius X Church, 1150 Mt Seymour Road in North Vancouver; followed by Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, January 18th at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the John M. Sims Fund in support of Special Olympics British Columbia or a charity of your choice.
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for John Sims
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mavis mearns
January 25, 2014
John was like a brother to me when growing up - he will be missed.
January 25, 2014
I was sorry to hear of John's passing. I spent a lot of time in his home when growing up & he was like a big brother for me.
Carol Wu
January 23, 2014
As one of the many young-un's he took time to mentor and develop, I am very grateful for the opportunity to have worked for John at EY. Condolences to his beloved family.
Kenneth ASllin
January 19, 2014
I will miss John tremendously as he was really more of of a brother to me than a relative by marriage. I will always treasure the times we had together fishing and at Quadra and Duncan. God Speed my friend
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Dan Hatcher
January 17, 2014
John,Thank You for your time on earth. I was so honored to work for you at Ellis Foster and EY. . To the Sims Family I send my love and thoughts to you all and thank you for Sharing John with us.
Jen Mc
January 17, 2014
It's so hard to say goodbye to such a fine & spirited man. My sympathies to his family.
Angela Kwok Kwok
January 17, 2014
He will be greatly missed, John was such as strong supporter of BC Centre for Ability, and such a kind and thoughtful man. Our prayers are with the whole family,
Samantha Lee
January 16, 2014
Barb, my thoughts and prayers go to you and your family at this time. Working with John for 13 years gave me time to get to know him and have an enormous amount of respect and admiration for both his professional and personal life. John always did everying with much care and the highest quality. Being a friend and co-worker, John will be dearly missed. To sum up who he was, he would sign off his emails with - Best John
Leslie Wright
January 16, 2014
Our polis mourns the death of this citizen. A model of Roman dignitas and civic virtue, John was a constant moral compass. At the old Y, we sometimes joshed if he might be wearing the toga of Cincinnatus on this day; said he wouldn't give up the fishing-rod or the plow. Farewell,
Susan Burns
January 16, 2014
I served with John on the ICABC Council. He was such a fine man, always ready to serve and be helpful. My sympathies to you, his family who will miss his kindness and sparkle.
Bill Coxford
January 16, 2014
A special man and a great mentor. He will be missed. Our prayers are with the whole family. Love from the Coxford Family.
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