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1952
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2024
John GYSBERS Obituary
December 29, 1952 - December 21, 2024
It is with very heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved John Gysbers. John was an avid outdoor enthusiast from snowboarding and sledding to biking and hiking and he loved making trails for everyone else to also enjoy. He was his very happiest being outdoors with nature. John was a wonderful father, brother, uncle, friend and Opa. He loved a good competitive card game and lots of laughter. After a long hard fought battle, John passed peacefully with his family by his side. Nearing the end we opened the hospice room window and told dad he could go back to the outdoors he loved so much, moments later he was gone. John will be dearly missed by his daughters, grandkids, siblings, nieces and nephews and his many friends. Happy trails John, you are free at last.
There will be no funeral service, but a celebration of life will be held in the new year. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Squamish Trails Society or Sea to Sky Hospice Society.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John GYSBERS
11 Entries
Shauna Peachman
September 10, 2025
We were John's neighbours on Valley Drive in Whistler for many years & we really enjoyed his company. We also left Whistler, not long after John, but continued to stay in touch through email once a year at Christmas. We only just learned of his passing this week while we were visiting Tyaughton Lake. We hiked up into the alpine & thought of John many times on his beautiful Chilcotin trails. We never met his daughters, but he told us many wonderful things about you. Our condolences to you both. Your Dad was a wonderful guy & we feel lucky to have known him.
Shauna & Bryce
Randy Symons
January 7, 2025
I very much enjoyed the friendship and the ribbing all mixed up as fun. Many adventures enjoyed and worlds explored, sure going to miss this guy.
Randy OConnor
December 26, 2024
I Remember the good times when John was in Ontario, he was a heavy equipment operator and was driving a backhoe down a huge steep hill, scared the crap out of me but that's the daredevil John is..deeply missed, condolences to his family.
Nadine Baumann
December 26, 2024
Missing you my friend. The walks, the bike rides, the card games, a few ski days, the "let's meet for coffee" times, hearing about your family and how much you cared about them and of course "the cabin". So humble and such a champion.
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Andrea Symons (Randy's sister)
December 24, 2024
So sad to hear of John's passing. We are thinking of him and remembering what a joyful person he was. He will be very missed by his friends and those who spent outdoor times with him.
Craig Johnson
December 23, 2024
John was a constant inspiration on and off the trails. Whether he was carving out new paths for everyone to enjoy or challenging himself to improve the ones already there, his passion for nature and community shone brightly. I´ll never forget the countless evenings spent laughing over a deck of cards, where his competitive spirit and sense of humor were always on full display. You´ll be deeply missed, John.
Jill Pedrick
December 23, 2024
John really was a good man. ..a really solid, honest, intelligent, reliable man who people could absolutely count on to have their backs, to keep his word and to show up when the chips were down. He was also an interesting mix of competitive and easy-going that made him a delight...as his friend he could be both pushing you and trash-talking you but always also holding you in his unconditional love at the same time. His friendship has been a real gift in my life and I will miss him deeply .
Jill Pedrick
December 23, 2024
Amy Leyte
December 23, 2024
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John made this world brighter with his presence, and I'm grateful for the laughter and joy we shared.
Kelly
December 23, 2024
I´ll miss you so much dad. I know you are out there enjoying endless adventures. I´ll join you on them again one day. Happy trails dad, until we meet again
Martina Gysbers
December 23, 2024
John Gysbers was an amazing brother. He cared greatly for his family. He will be missed so very much.
May his soul forever rest in peace.
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