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John Nethercott Obituary
Captain John RCN (Ret'd), CD
1940 - 2023
John passed quietly, surrounded by family on 18 September 2023 at Perley Health, Ottawa. Survived by his beloved wife Carol (nee Keddy), sons Michael (Sarah Hobbs), Mark (Linda Mackay) and John (Maureen McCann), and grandchildren Paige, Cole, Erika, Léa, Katherine and Lauren. Immigrating to Canada in 1954, he joined the Royal Canadian Navy via the VENTURE program (class of '59) wherein he found the structure he needed, and life he sought. A career naval officer he commanded at sea in HMCShips FRASER, ANNAPOLIS and MACKENZIE, and ashore at the Naval Officer Training Center VENTURE, and CFB Halifax. He provided his boys a solid start in life and let us find our own paths.
Friends and family are invited to an informal, drop-in Gathering of Remembrance at the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa on Saturday, October 14th from 10am to 1pm.
Donations in lieu of flowers preferred to Canada's Naval Memorial Trust (hmcssackville.ca), Perleyhealth.ca, or Alzheimer.ca.
www.beechwoodottawa.ca.
1-866-990-9530
Memories and Condolences
for John Nethercott
5 Entries
Rick and Chris Alexander
October 12, 2023
It was with profound sadness that we read of John´s passing. John was such a fine man. We couldn´t have asked for better neighbours when we lived across the street from one another on Woodhall Drive in the 1980´s. We enjoyed some lovely times together and will always hold those memories dear. To this day, our kids, Maegan and Patrick, (now in their mid-40´s) say the Nethercott boys were their best babysitters. We send our love and deepest condolences to Carol, Mike, Mark, John (JJ as he was known to us) and your families.
Cam Scott
October 7, 2023
John was a very gentle man he was a Sub Lt in Nootka in 1962 I was an Ordinary Seaman we all had great respect towards him
Cdr Tim Allan (Ret'd)
October 7, 2023
I was greatly saddened to learn Capt(N) Nethercott passed away. I had the good fortune of working for him as his Executive Assistant when he was the Base Commander in Halifax. Alongside Bill Panteluk, he had a tremendously positive impact in mentoring young naval officers; indeed, he embodied the best qualities we all aspired to.
I hope your found memories of him will bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Ivan Shaw ABSW 2. 1964 - 1969
October 7, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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Roland Burton
October 7, 2023
I accidently sent you a message with no comments. please forgive. So sorry to hear the news. John was a friend, a collegue, and fine naval officer. Please accept my sincere condolences.
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