John Magi

May 29, 1946 - June 03, 2024

It's with great sadness that we announce the passing of John, beloved husband, father, and grandfather. John was born in Karlstad, Sweden, and in the summer of 1951 immigrated with his family to Victoria, where he would spend the rest of his life. John had many jobs, eventually landing at Public Freightways as a truck driver. At the age of 50, John found his calling when he enrolled in Camosun College's carpentry program, a career he loved until his retirement in 2014.

John was very involved in his children's sports and many hours were happily spent from volunteering as field manager for Strawberry Vale Fastball, being the first one at the Prospect Lake soccer fields to set up the nets or be a linesman, and keeping time at Night League basketball. John was also a member of the Carpenters & Joiners Local 1598, where he served on the Executive for many years, even well past retirement. Due to John's carpentry and general handyman prowess, there are few family members, friends, or neighbours (you know who you are) to whom he has not lent a helping hand. John was also proud to volunteer his skills for the 1994 Commonwealth Games.

John's love of the outdoors led to many summers camping, gardening, and, later, golfing. His enjoyment of travel took him around the world; more recently, he and Ruth spent most vacations in the Caribbean and Palm Desert.

John is survived by his wife of 40 years, Ruth; brother, Jaak (Barb); children, John Jr, Leonard (Troy), Lori (Fraser), Kim (Paolo), and Jacq (Rodo); grandsons Jake (Mandy), Dan, Joey, and Reece; and numerous nieces and nephews, all of whom he loved so much.

A memorial service will be held Sunday, June 16, 2024 at 11 a.m., McCall Gardens, Sequoia Centre, 4665 Falaise Dr. Victoria, B.C.