March 05, 1930 - July 04, 2019
March 05, 1930
July 04, 2019
On July 4, 2019, a truly remarkable man passed away suddenly. A loving and well-loved family man, his is mourned by his wife and best friend, Lorraine, his 5 children and their spouses - John (Mary), Kevin (Kelly), Michael (Tracy), Janis (Larry Bissonnette) and Joan (Mark Paul). John was so proud of his 11 grandchildren and their spouses and his 8 great-grandchildren. As an only child, John was amazed by his ever-growing family.
A graduate of UBC (class of 1956), he began his career in Corrections in B.C. where he became Warden of the Haney Correctional Institute for 9 years before becoming Correctional Planner in the newly formed Solicitor-General's Department in Ottawa, later appointed as Deputy Commissioner of the Correctional Service of Canada. He retired in 1985 to continue to work as a consultant in the field and a lifelong volunteer in service of promoting a humane criminal justice system.
In lieu of flowers, you may wish to donate in his memory to the Gabriola Health Care Foundation (https://www.ghcf.ca/), the John Howard Society of Victoria or to the charity of your choice.
A celebration of life is to be held at the First Memorial Society 4725 Falaise Drive, Victoria B.C on Thursday, August 8, 2019 at 2:00 pm.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
8 Entries
I was a colleague, admirer and friend of John Braithwaite during his tour of duty at the Haney Correctional Centre, and had the privilege of working with him and Sid Fisk on the development of a two-way adult education programme linking the HCI and the Maple Ridge Community. They were both wonderful, idealistic and practical men to work with. It was a privilege.
William L. (Bill) Day
July 10, 2019
John was an inspiration to anyone who cares about criminal justice and fairness. He always took a compassionate view of justice issues and his wealth of insight and experience is unmatched. May he rest in peace. Chris Thomson
July 10, 2019
My heart and condolences go out to your family at this time and always.
May you find comfort in the extraordinary life he lead through each other.
Sheri Attwood
July 9, 2019
A man for whom I had much respect and to whom I owed thanks for having been a role model in our field. Condolences to his family. He will be missed by many.
Gus Richardson
July 9, 2019
I and many others have learned so much from John. His insight, graciousness, and compassion enriched and changed how we viewed the justice system and those caught up in it. He will be missed and remembered for many, many years to come. Sydney and I offer our heartfelt condolence to Lorraine and all the family.
Hank Mathias
July 9, 2019
He was one of the kindest men i think i have ever met. A man that loved his family. My condolences to all of his family.
Carol Atkins
July 9, 2019
We only met him one time at Angela and Cody's wedding but You quickly saw what a gentle soul he was and so loved by his entire family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family through this very difficult time
Ann Stevens
July 9, 2019
Our sympathies are extended to the family and friends of John Braithwaite, who was a wonderful person, and whose departure from this world will leave a significant void.
Dan Beto
July 9, 2019
Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results