WIERSEMA, John Edward July 6, 1955 - March 11, 2018 Proudly retired as the Interim Auditor General of Canada (2012). John peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on March 11, 2018 at the Ottawa Hospital-Civic Campus at the age of 62. Beloved husband of Marilyn. Loving father of Stephen (Victoria), Matthew (Jennifer) and Adam (Yaryna) and cherished Paha of Skye, Emma, Grace, Ethan, Kyle, Cohen and Colton. Dear brother of Alice (John Van Ryswyk), Edward and George (Linda Springstead). Predeceased by his parents Feitze (Fred) and Klazina. John will be missed by many nieces, nephews, friends and colleagues. Family and friends are invited to visit at Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services, 280 Beechwood Avenue Friday, March 16, 2018 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. A Celebration of John's life will be held on Saturday, March 17, 2018 at 10 a.m. at the Sacred Space of Beechwood. In memory of John, donations to the University of Ottawa Brain and Mind Research Institute would be appreciated. Tributes may be sent via www.beechwoodottawa.ca
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22 Entries
March 17, 2018
Pierre & Carole LeBlanc
Dear Marilyn, Stephen, Matthew and Adam (and families),
We are truly sorry to hear of the loss of John. Andrée informed us just moments before the Celebration of John's life which we managed to attend only briefly. We were so very touched by Stephen's eulogy and all the kind testimonials. We are deeply saddened by the news of your loss!
Our sincere condolences to the entire family! Our prayers and thoughts are with you!
Your old neighbours Carole and Pierre (Andrée & Benoît),
(frequently referred to by John as Mr. & Mrs. LeWhite)
He will be missed (Big Hugs!)
March 17, 2018
Basia Ruta
Dear Marilyn,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. John was a great professional and colleague. He will be missed by many. I will always remember his energy, kindness, laughter, smarts and deep sense of purpose from my years at OAG and at CICA. So saddened to hear of his loss but grateful for the times I was able to see you and John this past year.
Rest in peace John. Much love.
March 16, 2018
Louise Savoie
Marilyn, our sincere condolences in the loss of John. He is finally at peace; suffering no more. May the memories you have shared together bring your heart some relief during this difficult time. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Therese, Louise & Gaston
March 16, 2018
Bonnie Macphee-Campbell
So sorry to hear about John, my husband and I had the pleasure of meeting him and Marilyn first in Florida and several times over the past few years. We had a very enjoyable tour of Ireland together in 2015. RIP John
March 15, 2018
Donna Wiersema Osadchuk
Marilyn, Alice, Edward, George and families:
Please accept our deepest condolences. May the warm, beautiful memories of John, wash over you all at this time, and stay with you forever. Thinking of you at this most difficult time.
Cousins, Donna, Peter and Aidan Osadchuk.
March 15, 2018
I had the real pleasure to work with John for so many years at the OAG. A real professional and someone who openly expressed his deep love of Marilyn and rest of family members. Prayers to family at this sad time. David Rattray
March 15, 2018
Rick Bakker
Dear Marilyn and family, our hearts break for you all. John was a man who knew and lived what family stood for. The Wiersema family has lost a wonderful man. May you all find comfort know we care and share your loss.
Rick and Arlene Bakker (Winnipeg)
March 15, 2018
Marc Belanger
It is with sadness that I heard of John's passing. He was always professional, but showed kindness to the people around him.
March 15, 2018
Dear Marilyn
Our sincere condolences to you and your family, our thoughts are with you. Mike & Val Lytwynec, Campbell River, B.C.
March 15, 2018
Catherine Wright-Cadieux
My deepest sympathy to John's family. I was fortunate to have worked with John at the OAG. He was always a gentleman and he had a wonderful sense of humour. He will be dearly missed.
March 15, 2018
Tom & Cheryl Nicholas
Marilyn,
We would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family. We are sharing in your sorrow at this time.
Tom and Cheryl Nicholas
March 15, 2018
Bill Radburn
John was a true professional and a gentleman. He will be missed.
March 14, 2018
Chrissie Barlow
I am extremely sorry for your loss. John will be missed by many. You are all in my thoughts during this difficult time.
March 14, 2018
Dan Rubenstein
I worked with John at the Office of the Auditor General. I visited John, about a month ago with Raphid. It was good to see him one more time. Raphid worked closely with John for many years. John was always a gentleman with me. I am sorry for the loss for his family. I know he is missed.
Dan Rubenstein
March 14, 2018
Dear Wiersema,
Neil and I are truly heart broken to hear about John's passing. Gone too soon. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Marie and Neil Richardson
March 14, 2018
Donna Pharand
Marilyn, I am truly sorry to hear of this sad news. My sincere condolences to you, the children and family ~ Donna xo
March 14, 2018
Linda Jennex
It was very sad news to learn of John's death. He had a good sense of humour and professionalism. I enjoyed working with him. My sincere sympathy for your loss.
(former OAG employee)
March 14, 2018
Julie Frappier
March 14, 2018
Jennifer Melnyk
Wiersema Family,
We are all so sad to hear of Johns passing. Please know that we are thinking of you. RIP
March 14, 2018
So sorry to hear of John's passing, it was much to soon. John was a kind and true gentleman. He will be missed. My sincere condolences to the family and surroundings. - Sylvie Bourbonnais (former OAG colleague)
March 14, 2018
Roger Dignard
My condolence to Ed and family on the lost of John. Your memories of better times will go a long way to ease your sorrows.
March 14, 2018
Heather Cadieux
Alice, John and family,
I'm very sorry for your loss.
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