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John VERNON Obituary
VERNON, John Honorary Doctor of Laws (University of Regina)
Queen's Jubilee Medal and noted Canadian actor died peacefully at his home in Los Angeles on February 1, 2005. John is survived by his loving family; his former wife Nancy, his children Chris, Kate, Nan, Jim West and Grant West; his adored granddaughter Annabelle; his brother Dr. Ernie Christopher, his wife Jean and Ernie's children Bobby, Tracey and Simon.
There will be a private service in Los Angeles and a gathering of friends in Toronto at a later date.
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Memories and Condolences
for John VERNON
12 Entries
chip fitts
February 14, 2025
SO GREAT AS DEAN VERNON WORMER IN ANIMAL HOUSE AND THE TV VERSION DELTA HOUSE. VERY CONVINCING. SPOT ON AS WORMER. I CAN'T SEE ANY OTHER ACTOR PLAYING THE PART. R.I.P. MR. VERNON
Adam Agopsowicz
March 3, 2005
Sincere heartfelt condolences go to John Vernon's family. We never got to met our famous cousin but are very proud of his accomplishments and career.
All our best wishes
Adam Agopsowicz(son of John and Mary) and family Donald, Walter, Darrell and Debra
Georgia Primus
February 22, 2005
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. My mother Clara Kuzik (Agopsowicz) who passed away in 1988 was John's first cousin. We were proud to watch his many shows over the years and he always reminded my of the grandfather, John Agopsowicz (my mother's dad)
Sharon Mohr
February 15, 2005
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you & your family & friends at this time. My mother Helen Traverse(nee Agopsowicz),who presently lives in Vernon, B.C., was John's first cousin. Our family was also very proud of John's accomplishments. I actually had the pleasure of meeting John several years ago in Zehner, Sask., while he was up here filming a documentary about his life.
Linda Hesse (nee Agopsowicz)
February 14, 2005
Our deepest condolences to your family. My father, Tony Agopsowicz (deceased in 1990) was John's first cousin. I know the family was very proud of John's accomplishments and career.
Lew Pons
February 13, 2005
Mr. Vernon was a connsumate actor and truly kind man. In total contrast to his imposing looks and voice.
I had the privledge of meeting him some years ago at USC where he participated in a panel celebrating the work of Alfred Hitchcock. A reception followed the Q&A and I spoke with Mr. Vernon about his films. As others approached, he seemed awed that so many had been touched by his roles. He charmed everyone with the tale of seeing himself onscreen in "A Special Day", wherin his legendary voice was dubbed by an someone with a disticntly HIGHER tone. At the end, he said he was surprised that no one had even mentioned Animal House!
One moment I'll never forget: Also on the panel was Martin Landau. I'll never forget Mr. Vernon saying "Hey Marty, this is a long way from Mission Impossible" Landau, at the time in the middle of a comback, didn't even glance his way. I could see Mr. Vernon was hurt by the snub. However, at that monment Pat Hitchcock, the director's daughter, swept down the aisle to Mr. Vernon. "John Vernon," she said, "I've always wanted to meet you! You were a particular favorite of my father. He never got tired of watching your work, and he enjoyed working with you. He loved your eyes." Mr. Vernon was visibly moved by the moment. As I walked away, I saw Martin Landau lingering near Ms. Hitchcock trying to get her attention to no avail. She was engrossed, like everyone else that evening, in conversation with a true gentleman.
Mr. Vernon will be sorely missed as he was breed alone. His work, however, will continue to thrill audiences for the ages.
Veronica Agopsowicz Lane
February 9, 2005
From our Family to your Family, we would like to express our heartfelt sympathy. Your father and my father were first cousins.
If ever you are in or near Calgary, please don't hesitate to visit.
Veronica (Agopsowicz) Lane
Cohrane,Alberta, Canada
Formally of Glentworth, Saskatchewan, Canada
Jeannette Mulhall(Haughey)
February 6, 2005
My brother Desmond and I were sorry to hear of John's(Vernon's) passing. We knew John (Vern) since 'way back since when we lived in the same house in Regina on Halifax Steet about 1937-38. Our condolences to Ernie and all of John's family. We were all happy to see Vernon become a great success.
He made the world a better place by his presence and the sharing of his great gift to us all.
Tom Agopsowicz
February 5, 2005
John Vernon was a Canadian Icon. Even though I never met the man, he was my measure of what a man could become. As a young lad of 7, I was heavily influenced by his role as Wojek, (Wojek was a coroner, but I was too young to realize this). I grew up wanting to become a lawyer just like John Vernon. This led me to develop a suspicious mean streak, ready to explode at a moments notice. My stern poker face, which I display to my kids, is, I’m sure, also patterned off of Wojek.
John's ruggedness personified the hard work his forefathers endured to settle in Saskatchewan, in 1891. He was a self-made man from humble roots, and triumphed in his life’s passion.
Yesterday, while filming "Waking Walter" on location at the Agopsowicz farm in New Sarepta, Director Dean Bennett, held a moment of silence to honor John Vernon Agopsowicz.
My sincere condolences to John’s family and friends, and heartfelt sorrow to all the actors in Canada and USA that mourn his passing.
Tony Agopsowicz
February 5, 2005
Our sincere condolences to the family of John Vernon Agopsowicz from Tony & Anne Agopsowicz - of New Sarepta - Alta. second cousin.
John Krokosh
February 4, 2005
Sorry to hear of John's passing...I was a grade school friend of brother Ernie and remember John (Vern) from early days on Ottawa Street in Regina.
SHIRLEY & MICAELA AGOPSOWICZ
February 3, 2005
Hello - our heartfelt thoughts go out to your family. My daughter and I only heard the news this morning and even though we know so little of each other, we often thought of your dad in hopes we would again meet him someday. Take care and God bless.
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