Los Angeles, California
Vernon, John John Vernon, Honorary Doctor of Laws (University of Regina), Queen's Jubilee Medal, and noted Canadian actor died peacefully at his home in Los Angeles on February 1, 2005. John is survived by his loving family; former wife Nancy; his children Chris, Kate, Nan, Jim West and Grant...
Read MoreSO GREAT AS DEAN VERNON WORMER IN ANIMAL HOUSE AND THE TV VERSION DELTA HOUSE. VERY CONVINCING. SPOT ON AS WORMER. I CAN'T SEE ANY OTHER ACTOR PLAYING THE PART. R.I.P. MR. VERNON
chip fitts
February 14, 2025 | Other
Sincere heartfelt condolences go to John Vernon's family. We never got to met our famous cousin but are very proud of his accomplishments and career.
All our best wishes
Adam Agopsowicz(son of John and Mary) and family Donald, Walter, Darrell and Debra
Adam Agopsowicz
March 04, 2005 | Moose Jaw,formerly Glentworth), SK
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. My mother Clara Kuzik (Agopsowicz) who passed away in 1988 was John's first cousin. We were proud to watch his many shows over the years and he always reminded my of the grandfather, John Agopsowicz (my mother's dad)
Georgia Primus
February 22, 2005 | Prince George, BC
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you & your family & friends at this time. My mother Helen Traverse(nee Agopsowicz),who presently lives in Vernon, B.C., was John's first cousin. Our family was also very proud of John's accomplishments. I actually had the pleasure of meeting John several years ago in Zehner, Sask., while he was up here filming a documentary about his life.
Sharon Mohr
February 15, 2005 | Regina, SK
Our deepest condolences to your family. My father, Tony Agopsowicz (deceased in 1990) was John's first cousin. I know the family was very proud of John's accomplishments and career.
Linda Hesse (nee Agopsowicz)
February 14, 2005 | Calgary, AB
Mr. Vernon was a connsumate actor and truly kind man. In total contrast to his imposing looks and voice.
I had the privledge of meeting him some years ago at USC where he participated in a panel celebrating the work of Alfred Hitchcock. A reception followed the Q&A and I spoke with Mr. Vernon about his films. As others approached, he seemed awed that so many had been touched by his roles. He charmed everyone with the tale of seeing himself onscreen in "A Special Day", wherin...
Lew Pons
February 13, 2005 | New York, NY
From our Family to your Family, we would like to express our heartfelt sympathy. Your father and my father were first cousins.
If ever you are in or near Calgary, please don't hesitate to visit.
Veronica (Agopsowicz) Lane
Cohrane,Alberta, Canada
Formally of Glentworth, Saskatchewan, Canada
Veronica Agopsowicz Lane
February 09, 2005 | Cochrane, AB
My brother Desmond and I were sorry to hear of John's(Vernon's) passing. We knew John (Vern) since 'way back since when we lived in the same house in Regina on Halifax Steet about 1937-38. Our condolences to Ernie and all of John's family. We were all happy to see Vernon become a great success.
He made the world a better place by his presence and the sharing of his great gift to us all.
Jeannette Mulhall(Haughey)
February 06, 2005 | Prince Albert, SK
John Vernon was a Canadian Icon. Even though I never met the man, he was my measure of what a man could become. As a young lad of 7, I was heavily influenced by his role as Wojek, (Wojek was a coroner, but I was too young to realize this). I grew up wanting to become a lawyer just like John Vernon. This led me to develop a suspicious mean streak, ready to explode at a moments notice. My stern poker face, which I display to my kids, is, I’m sure, also patterned off of Wojek.
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Tom Agopsowicz
February 06, 2005 | AB
