Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1957
DIED
2020
John LEE Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John LEE
45 Entries
Joanne Hurley
April 13, 2022
Deepest condolences.
Don Charlesworth
August 5, 2021
John was my baseball coach in 1979. I have fantastic memories of John as a coach and as a wonderful caring person with a great sense of humour. I still have the baseball jacket from that year and the hilarious words he wrote about all of the individual players on the team after we won. I'll never forget him.....Don
Nancy Love
December 11, 2020
Melissa, I just learned of John’s passing. I’m so sorry for your loss and I know how much you loved him. Sending you love and strength at this very difficult time. Xox
Christina Kakaletris
December 4, 2020
Melissa,
I hope you are surrounded with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate an intense love and a life well lived.
I love following your adventures, mostly because I loved bearings witness to your incredible marriage, the obvious fun, and boundless love you shared with John. It was and will remain inspiring.
My condolences on this profound loss.
Garry,
My heart breaks for you. Losing your mom and brother back to back - it’s hard to imagine. My thoughts are with you during this sad time but I trust you are comforted and surrounded by the love of your family.
Please accept my sympathies that are extended to both of you and to your loved ones.
Michael Willson
November 23, 2020
Dear Melissa
So shocked by this news. John is one of the very best. My very deepest sympathy, sending love and strength your way during this difficult time.
Please take care.
Michael
Patrick Doyle
November 20, 2020
Dear Melissa
I’m still in shock about John, and my heart goes out to you. I have been thinking about him a lot, recalling the many good times we had when we worked together for about a year, and how that became a decades-long friendship. But then that’s John for you. No one could connect with people like John. His passion and confidence, the lanky, imposing presence, the big heart, the quickness with the one-liners, the air-guitar riffs. These were the things that made him a great colleague and even better friend. I miss him greatly. My condolences to you and family.
Winnie Ma
November 19, 2020
Dear Melissa,
We are saddened and heartbroken to hear the loss of your soulmate, John. Sending out deepest sympathy and keeping you and the family in our prayers. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort by the outpouring of love surrounding you.
Sending love and strength your way during this difficult time.
Winnie and Paul
Winnie Ma
November 19, 2020
Dear Melissa,
We are saddened and heartbroken to hear the loss of your soulmate, John. We want to express our deepest sympathy and let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort by the outpouring of love surrounding you.
Sending you love and strength during this difficult time.
Winnie and Paul
Garry Lee
November 19, 2020
I first want to thank everyone for the outpouring of love and support with John’s passing. The past few days have been a surreal, confusing and heart-breaking experience for us all. But your words and reflections have given us the beginning of energy and healing and we appreciate it so much.
For me, one thing is clear about my brother. He was a mentor, a rocker, a proud son, uncle and bro in law, a successful and creative business leader, a goof, and a gentleman with daily dreams and plans. And he was so in love with his wife Melissa Evans-Lee. Every time John saw her, he fell in love all over again.
I’ve had more than a few tears, as well as smiles and chuckles that have flooded my mind, as I randomly think about him and the memories we shared. Memories so vivid, and ones I will never let go, because they are the constant reminder of a great story in the making and one that we all never expected to end.
John has reminded me every other day in life, of a “killer” music track or song, or concert footage that I had to listen to or feel again. I’ve loved those moments. Sometimes it only takes one really good song to bring back thousands of good old memories. Now more than ever, those tunes will have further meaning to me.
I loved my bro. I think the hardest part of losing him so soon, isn’t having to say goodbye, but rather learning to live without him.
“Take it Easy”. “Rock And Roll All Nite”. “When’s It’s Love”. “For Those About To Rock”. “Love of my Life”
You’re with Annie and Tony now my friend and we miss you so much.
Love you man.
Garry
Robert Galletta
November 18, 2020
Melissa, I just heard the news and am heartbroken for you. I am so sorry. I know how close you two are and how you did absolutely everything together. I cannot imagine the pain and loss you are feeling. Please know that you are in my thoughts. Although, I only met John once, he had an immediate impact on me - such a sharp and brilliant mind. I am wishing you strength through this most difficult time.
Gerry Mamone
November 17, 2020
Dear Melissa - I just recently learned of your devastating loss of your beloved husband. I wish to express my sincerest and most heartfelt condolences. With love - Gerry Mamone
Alison Morsley
November 17, 2020
My deepest condolences Melissa for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this extremely sad and difficult time as you mourn the loss of your soulmate. God bless John as he makes his final journey home.
Samantha & McCartney
November 16, 2020
If you ever got the chance to meet John, you’d know how pretty dang cool of a guy he was. But he was an even cooler uncle. His love for guitars definitely rubbed off on me (Samantha) at a very young age. I remember performing a song for him I had wrote, consisting of the only 2 chords I knew, and man it was bad. Not to him though.
Our uncle John heavily influenced our love for music. Him and aunt Melissa bought us each our very first CD players and discs. The Killers for McCartney and Hillary Duff for myself. Pretty awesome choices for a 5 and 8 year old if you ask me.
We were very lucky to have an uncle like him (the cool ones are pretty hard to come by).
“Rock on” uncle john, wherever you may be. We love and miss you, always
Jill Langford
November 16, 2020
Ann, Tony, John and Garry.
Jill Langford
November 16, 2020
Beaconsfield days.
Jill Langford
November 16, 2020
Garry and I were going through some family pictures today and thought we'd share some memories of John. More to follow.
Melissa Daniels
November 16, 2020
I am utterly heartbroken at the terrible loss of John. He had the most incredible gift for making you feel wonderful, for that mega watt smile you got when ever he saw you and his love of life. John loved sharing your travels together, the wonderful restaurants and food you ate, and always a nice glass of wine. Melissa, he loved you so much, the kind of love that's so rare and so special. The world is dimmer without John Lee in it. xo
Joan Mills
November 16, 2020
I was his Mother's best friend (Ann) in her condo building and never had the pleasure of meeting John - but she loved her boys with all her heart and I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My sympathies to all!!! xx
John Dufton
November 16, 2020
John and I attending grew up together while in school. Loved him along with his wonderful family. So many special moments spent with Gump. I am so very sorry to hear of his passing. Sending much love to the family.
Burke Anderson
November 15, 2020
Gary, I am so saddened to hear the news that John has passed. My heartfelt condolences go out to Melissa for the loss of her partner and soul mate. Such a lovely tribute for a great guy. Happy to see he kept the long hair, that was John. So true about his smile, every single time he greeted me he was smiling. John always made you feel that you were important to him. I enjoyed every minute I spent with John, and I have fond memories of John coaching our summer ball team back home. Not sure we won too many games, but we spent some great quality time together on the field, bench, and at "The Pioneer" post game. Love you man, so sorry again for your loss.
Burke
Adrian Fulle
November 15, 2020
John had a warm personality and made me feel like a long time friend the very first time I met him. He’s someone I wish I had had the chance to have a deeper friendship with.
Kathy Thom
November 15, 2020
When I think of John, I'll always remember how his face would light up with that beautiful smile and he'd give you the biggest hug. The world will be a less vibrant place without him. I'm so sorry for your loss Melissa, and Garry. May the wonderful memories you all have be shared often to help you in the days & months ahead.
Jill Langford
November 15, 2020
He came by it naturally, my brother in law John. The charm, the smile, the warmth. So much like his Dad Tony. Larger than life these Lee men. So when they leave us, we are left with such. huge sorrow.
I don't understand why John had to leave us so quickly and too soon. One thing I do know for certain is that he loved and adored Melissa beyond words.
You will be so very missed by so very many.
Jill
michael mcwhaw
November 15, 2020
Not the way I was planning for Master's weekend.
Garry and the rest of the family, I am very sorry!
Mike
Frank Lepre
November 15, 2020
I'm very sorry for your loss Melissa. i knew John from another lifetime ago it seems, we worked together at TAXI when they just opened. One of the first things he said to me was, I have a feeling we're going to be friends for a very long time. Not long enough John. I will always remember fondly the the great times we had together.
Merrill Pierce
November 15, 2020
M’y heartfelt condolences to the family. John hired me at Franklin Dallas. He was my boss and an extraordinary suit. His energy, tenacity and creativity was a force . I smile at thé memory of his red folder with RFN on it. I will remember him with great fondness.
With love and light.
Merrill Pierce
Mark England
November 15, 2020
My deepest sympathy and condolences to John's family. I loved John's passion for life and enjoyed many memorable moments with John as our baseball coach back in Montreal. John's motto was take it easy and be in the moment. The boys had a more than enjoyable summer under John's coaching prowess. Rest "easy" John, you are now in extra innings.
Sean Evans
November 15, 2020
John Lee was the brother-in-law I often bragged about. "The coolest guy I've ever met." This man won my approval instantly. The love that he had for my Sister is something you rarely see. It was almost fairy-tale. Visiting them in Toronto was always exciting with something fun strategically planned in advance. If I could ever emulate even part of how John lived I would be so lucky. I know he is waiting for Melissa to continue their adventures in a better place. In the meantime he will guide her and protect her until that day comes.
David Hopkinson
November 15, 2020
Melissa, you know your husband was a fabulous man. He had such wonderful energy, a great sense of humor and such a gift with people. His warmth, generosity of spirit and genuine curiosity made him a pleasure to be around. Magnetic and funny, John was a wonder.
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of John. I'm shocked and I'm saddened. I'm grieving, but I recognize that it was a gift to be John's friend.
Margie & Rudy Buttignol
November 14, 2020
We knew John from decades ago - through Tiziana Buttignol Roberts. Rudy Buttignol's sister.
He was kind and a solid person. So sorry to know of his death. Please accept our deepest condolences, Melissa.
Margie & Rudy Buttignol & Family
Andrea Pawluk
November 14, 2020
My deerest Melissa,
Meeting John many years ago, instantly made me a better person. I felt it in my core then, as I do now. Witnessing your love for one another and life together was so heartwarming and special to see and is a rare gift.. one that everyone wishes they could experience.
I love you and I am here for you forever.
I’m so heartbroken for you. Andrea Pawluk
Andrea Pawluk
November 14, 2020
My deerest Melissa,
Meeting John many years ago, instantly made me a better person. I felt it in my core then, as I do now. Witnessing your love for one another and life together was so heartwarming and special to see and is a rare gift.. one that everyone wishes they could experience.
I love you and I am here for you forever.
I’m so for you.Andrea Pawluk
Mike Arseneault
November 14, 2020
Melissa and family, my heartfelt condolences. I’m so sad to hear of the passing of John. It was a great man and a good friend to me over the years. Deeply sad.
Paul Newall
November 14, 2020
Hey man, John was a pleasure to work with. Happy, smart, dedicated-will be missed. Know he loved you Melissa.
Michael Johnston
November 14, 2020
Dearest Melissa. Our sincerest condolences to you and the extended family. Sending our love and prayers from Switzerland. John was and will always remain a bright star in our sky. He is loved and cherished and will forever remain in our hearts. God bless. Michael & Jacqueline J.
John Kheit
November 14, 2020
I am gutted. John was one of the few people that were different. You felt it from the second you met him. You knew you were lucky to meet him instantly. He was different in a great way. In ways all other people were not brave enough to be. Yet, he found a way to succeed and move you forward. To make you believe we can do this. To make you believe in yourself. I cannot help but be sure the world has become more grey without him. I cannot help but feel sad for all the people who never met him. Who cannot confirm that yes, a person this wonderful did in fact exist.
I am one of the fortunate ones. That knew him, at least a little. And in that little time he made my own heart a little bigger and better.
Sharyn Farlinger
November 14, 2020
To my lifelong friend, sending you every ounce of love and strength during this time. Love you♥
Heather Lewis
November 14, 2020
Melissa - we are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences. Know that you are in our thoughts at this difficult time.
~Heather, Allan and Victoria Lewis
Tonya Barkley
November 13, 2020
Melissa, I was so very sorry to hear about the passing of John. Your love came through in the pictures and stories you posted. His smile was so pure and happiness came through each one. I wish I had words that could help you but just know I'm thinking of you and sending so much love
Showing 1 - 45 of 45 results