John Guthrie Obituary

GUTHRIE, John LCol (Retired), OMM, CD John Guthrie LCol (Retired), OMM, CD passed away on December 8th, 2019 at the Victoria General Hospital following unexpected complications due to surgery. John passed away with his "three girls" by his side. He is survived by his wife Lynda, his daughters Mairi (Kevin) and Meigan, his grandchildren Natasha, Robert (Amy), Lia and Madelyn, his great-granddaughters Payton and Maddison. John was also blessed with an extended family in Scotland and an amazing group of friends and colleagues across the globe. John was born (September 27, 1938) in Fettercairn, Scotland and started his career with the British Army as a Scots Guard then immigrated to Canada and joined the Canadian Armed Forces where he traveled the globe with his family. In that time, he had accomplishments that bring great pride to his family and friends. He was a great leader and a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. With many messages coming in about how much love people felt and how much he was admired, one that resonates is "He should be the mould for all good men to be built from." He lived this every day. We would like to say a special thank-you to those at Victoria General Hospital who demonstrated great compassion and care during his stay. Details of a celebration of life will be shared at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Victoria Hospitals Foundation in support of Victoria General Hospital in memory of John Guthrie. https://www.victoriahf.ca/donatenow/

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Published by Victoria Times Colonist from Dec. 13 to Dec. 15, 2019.

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Dave & Millie Legere

December 29, 2019

We were so sorry to hear of Johns passing. He was a true friend and mentor. He always had a quick smile a humorous story to lighten the mood when things got serious. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Sandi-Jo Ayers

December 16, 2019

Lynda and family -we are so very sad to hear of John's passing. May you find comfort in each other during this incredibly difficult time. Praying for peace, love and hope will surround your family.
Blessings and love
Sandi-Jo & John Ayers

December 16, 2019

Oh..o. o..- dear - I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. Dear Lynda - when I received your Christmas card the other day - it crossed my mind that the usual message and update wasn't there and I wondered if all was well. I feel heart broken for the loss of John, he was such a wonderful friend and leader. He will be missed by us all - my Afcent friends and extended family are now so few and the sadness is overwhelming. Stay strong and sending prayers and remembering the fabulous times we shared. Marie Braby

December 14, 2019

On afternoon I was having lunch at Milestones and John happened to sit beside my partner and I. It was apparent to me that through our long conversation that John was one of those exceptional people who possessed a special heart and warmth in spite of his understanding of how the real world worked. His abilities to navigate through a complex world while maintaining what was obviously a deep, enduring compassion is rare. He stands among the world's best.

Neil M

December 13, 2019

A true gentleman through and through
Love from the Robertson/ Officer clan
Xxxx

BR Pirri

December 13, 2019

Dearest Lynda and girls,
My heart is broken for you all at the incredible loss of sweet Granda. He was such a pillar of humour, kindness, and love and showed all of this to me and to Llola. We will miss him and we send our love and Llola says big hugs and tickles' to Oma. ❤

Bud & Joan Rowe

December 13, 2019

We forged a friendship in Calgary, where the Guthrie's soon became like family, who were far away. Loved John's sense of humour, while making a point. Lynda & I we're having coffee when John joined us. Crisply pressed pants & his epaulets on his shoulders....bare shoulders! Oops! Lynda popped up f was still laughing as she quickly ironed a shirt! We reconnected many times over the years, each time like we'd never parted, Our luncheons here, were filled with laughter & shared memories, which we now hold in our hearts. Thank you, good friend. Rest easy.

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