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Memories and Condolences
for JEROME DRAYTON
17 Entries
David House
May 12, 2025
Jerome was the reason I wore sunglasses when I raced. I sat next to him on the elite bus on the way to the start of the Montreal Marathon in 1982, and we both dropped out at the race hotel and rode the elevator back to our rooms together. It was a very hot day. For a new marathon runner it was the thrill of a lifetime. RIP Jerome.
Ilona Mitchell
April 20, 2025
Sorry for the loss. I always enjoyed following his races after working with his wife at CAFO in Toronto.
Sandra Collins
March 3, 2025
Peter although you have never mentioned me or acknowledged me. I will remember you forever. Love always, your x wife
manfred steffny german olympic runner
February 27, 2025
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Anita Comella
February 24, 2025
My sincerest condolences to Jerome´s family. I am always grateful for the time he took to help me plan and train for my first half marathon. He was so humble, but created a perfect plan....and, when it came time to execute, who was there at the halfway mark and finish line?...Jerome. A quiet but impactful legend. I am eternally grateful for the knowledge he shared with this extremely amateur runner!
Hugh May
February 23, 2025
Fond memories of those beers together in the Two Paddle Pub, Honolulu in '78 when you did a stop over returning from Japan. You never received the recognition you deserved, your national record stood for 43 years.
JP
February 16, 2025
May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending condolences and prayers to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed and touched the lives of so many.
RB
February 16, 2025
A great runner and avid marathon participant. He had such a long history of running, he was so dedicated to the sport and was an inspiration to so many. Sincere condolences to the Drayton family, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you all to help you in your time of loss.
Mr.Jr.
February 15, 2025
My Condolences, to the family of Mr. Jerome Drayton, for your loss, May the God of comfort be with the whole family.
John Watt
February 15, 2025
My condolences to your family. Losing a loved one in death brings pain and sorry. May you receive comfort from God as your family deals with this precious loss.
Tim Kavanagh
February 14, 2025
Jerome was a friend from my days working in South Etobicoke. Rest in Peace my friend.
Hans J. Bockholt
February 14, 2025
My role model. RIP Jerome. Until we (run) meet again.
Hans J.
Rick McRobert
February 14, 2025
I first met Jerome running the Pig Palace track at the CNE in the 1970s. Although I was nothing more than a trip hazard for the workouts he was doing, he would engage me in conversation and encourage me. Jerome taught me track protocol and would acknowledge my efforts, this meant everything to me that a world class athlete, Fukuoka, and Boston champion would be so patient. 50+ years later these memories are with me. My condolences to his family, RIP Jerome
Ergas Leps
February 14, 2025
I knew him before he became Jerome Drayton and a world class athlete. During our many training runs together we usually called him "Pete" which he never seemed to mind. In looking back, I have many memories of conversations mostly while trying to keep up to him during our runs. Canada and the world has lost an outstanding athlete.
My condolences to his family and friends
Christopher Kelk
February 13, 2025
I think it very sad that Jerome was barely known by most Canadians. In the U.K. running stars are known by all, whether runners or not, but most of my non-running friends have never heard of him. Of course, he was a little reclusive, but his successes should have put him up there with the other greats anyway. Had his talents been in hockey, he would have been almost deified! R.I.P. Jerome.
Denis MacDougall
February 12, 2025
Peter and I were friends during our elementary school years at John English and in our early years at Mimico High School. He was on our track team and was distance running long before it became popular. Truly a unique person who became a legendary Canadian athlete. Condolences to his family and friends .
Bill Crothers
February 12, 2025
I knew his as Peter, and knew him as Jerome, and knew him as a legend and a great athlete. He reached the top.
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