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Jeff COURTNEY Obituary

COURTNEY, Jeff On Tuesday, November 28, our beloved Jeff passed away peacefully with his family by his side. Jeff endured his progressive neurological condition with his characteristic dignity and a steadfast determination to regain his health and return to the family life he cherished. Jeff's love of the outdoors inspired Jeff to study Microbiology at the University of Guelph. This set the stage for the passion he demonstrated throughout a successful career in the field of science-based innovation. His successful career included senior roles in corporate management in Montreal and Toronto with Johnson & Johnson, PharmaScience, VG Partners and culminated with his leadership role at FACIT (Fight Against Cancer Innovation Trust). Jeff was a proud and loving father to his daughter Julia and delighted in his role parenting her as she grew from a toddler to an intelligent and beautiful young woman. Jeff is survived by his wife Paula, daughter Julia, parents Stanley and June Courtney, siblings Stephen Courtney, Nancy Granger (Dan), and nephews Cole and Taylor Granger and innumerable friends. A Celebration of Life service will be held Sunday, January 21, 1-4 p.m. at the Aria Ballroom, Four Seasons Hotel, Toronto. www.trullfuneralsyonge.com

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Published by Toronto Star on Dec. 9, 2017.

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November 6, 2018

Deeply saddened to hear of Jeff's passing. We knew each other from Johnson and Johnson in Peterborough. He was a wonderful, kind and intelligent man.

Anne Berdej

January 19, 2018

Paula and Julia I had the pleasure of working with Jeff at Johnson & Johnson. I am saddened to hear of his passing, He was an amazing person, a great colleage, and friend. I send you both hugs. I will never forget him.

Dave Paterson

January 6, 2018

I had the pleasure of working with Jeff during his time in Peterborough with Johnson & Johnson. He was a man of exemplary character in all respects and an absolute privilege to have in our organization. I have fond but distant memories of our time together and was saddened to read of his passing and recent illness. My thoughts and condolences to his family.
Dave Paterson (Peterborough ON)

Cheryl Altman

January 2, 2018

Paula,

I heard about the passing of your husband and while I did not know him, I wanted you to know that I was thinking of you when I heard the news. He sounded like a wonderful husband and step father for Julia, and that you had built a great life together . I hope that your memories bring you some comfort in what must be a very difficult time.

stephen courtney

December 21, 2017

Just heard recently of Jeff's passing. I am his first cousin from Kenora and have not seen him since the mid 90's on
a business trip to Peterborough. Had a good visit with him and remembered his wonderful humour and positive outlook on life. What an accomplished man in both his career and family life. Wish I could have lived closer and got to know him better. My thoughts and prayers go out to
Paula, Julia and his family

Rhonda (Bennett) Schneckenburger

December 18, 2017

So very sorry to learn about Jeff's passing. We were often lab partners during our B.Sc. Microbiology program at U of Guelph. Although we lost touch after graduation, I have always fondly remembered his joy of life and kindness. My condolences to those left behind.

Jeffrey Alexander Courtney

December 12, 2017

Incredibly sad to get an email advising about Jeff. We were great friends during our 'early' years. We had so much fun sharing names - especially in grade 5 and 6 when we were in a split class. I called him 'Thomas Edison' - he called me 'Alexander Graham Bell'. So many great memories. Deepest sympathy to his family and friends.

Carolyn Legros

December 10, 2017

So very sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. Jeff was one of my bosses while he was in Peterborough, Ontario with Johnson & Johnson in the 80's. We had a lot of fun together and he was a great guy to work for.

John Wallenburg

December 7, 2017

My deepest sympathies to the family. I knew Jeff through work, and while I did not work with him particularly long, I found him to be inspirational. He was very successful in business world populated with sharks and dragons while preserving a deep and touching humanism. The description of him here reminded me of what an exceptional human he was. I thank you for that. I hope you can find some peace in knowing that he is remembered with admiration and gratitude.

December 7, 2017

Jeff's kind heart and beautiful smile with remain in my mind forever. His love for Paula, Julia, his family, friends and in many ways his love of animals are treasons we grew to love him. The only blessing is that he has no more pain. A great man, a great loss. God bless.

Mario Deschamps

December 7, 2017

Very shocking and sad to hear of Jeff's passing.Our memories go back during the Pharmascience days. All our sympathies go the the family.


Mario
colleague from PMS...

Sue Buckle

December 7, 2017

Sad to hear of Jeff's passing. Knew Jeff in high school; my memories of him are his warmth and respect of others. My sympathies to his family.

Susan Baumstark

December 6, 2017

I am very sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. He was my 1st cousin. Since he was in Ontario and I live in Florida; I didn't have may opportunities to get to know him well. His obituary paints a wonderful picture of such an incredible son, man, husband, father, brother, friend and an excellent and motivated achiever in anything he was interested in doing. I love the story about the cookies. May Jeff rest in peace and may Paula and the entire family feel he will be in your hearts forever. He was a gift to the world!

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