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John WIERSEMA Obituary

Published by Ottawa Citizen on Mar. 14, 2018.

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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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

Posted by 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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