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John Dale Obituary

Published by Vancouver Sun and/or The Province from Dec. 7 to Dec. 9, 2007.

DALE John William ""Jack"" Passed away suddenly on December 1st, 2007 at the age of 74. A retired battalion chief, he served as a Vancouver firefighter from April 27th, 1959 to April 30th, 1993. Predeceased by his father John Dale and his special firemen friends, Survived by his wife Marlene, his brother, three daughters, son, five stepchildren and many beloved grandchildren and friends. Memorial will be held at Burnaby Firefighters Club, 6515 Bonsor Ave, on Monday, December 10th, 2007 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the heart and stroke foundation. [email protected]

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December 17, 2007

Hedy Gentle posted to the memorial.

December 17, 2007

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December 16, 2007

Mary Dupas posted to the memorial.

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Hedy Gentle

December 17, 2007

I just signed the guest book but read Ted Lawson's comments after. He's right. There's going to be another initial at the "Bulldogs" tournament, and I'm already running out of room for the pictures! So no more for a long time, ok, guys?!

Hedy Gentle

December 17, 2007

Oh, Jacky, I thought if you were EVER going to leave us, it would have been in a blaze (no pun inteneded) of glory! I cannot imagine going over to Coaches Corner every day and not seeing your sweet face there. My only consolation is to know that you and Swartzie (the Legends!) are together again but the table will never be the same and there goes the end of an era.
Marlene and family, my heart aches for your great loss but always know Jack's "other family" will always be there for you. It was a pleasure.

Mary Dupas

December 16, 2007

Dear Jack,

We didn't realize we had so little time left with you. We just thought you would go on and on - you were like that British band - you got knocked down but you always got up again. Until a silly little fall brought the whole house down. You were a fantastic man and we are honoured to have walked a bit of the way with you. You gave our mother great support and she will continue to draw from the vast expanse of love you always showed her. For that, for your kindness, and for your time, we thank you. Rest in Peace.

Mary and Kids, London, U.K.

Anna Dupas

December 15, 2007

It's two weeks tonight since you left us, Jack, and we can't tell you how much we've been missing you. But we treasure all the memories you left behind, and we hope you got your wish to see your dad again. Much love, always.

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John (Stubbs) Phillipson

December 15, 2007

Spare Parts; you will be missed deeply by all those that knew you. Your great sense of humor and kindness to all.

"Raz" & Marj

December 14, 2007

What a wonderful send off we gave you Jack. Many good friends, your firefighter family and hordes of memories. You will be missed by many - particularly the way you kept everyone together - one big happy family. Say hi to "Swartz" and the rest of the gang.

Rita Knight

December 13, 2007

My sincerest condolences to Marlene and your entire family.
Hi Parts........You were one of a kind my friend and were loved and respected by all. Schwartzie was probably waiting for you with a cold one in his hand and a big grin to match yours. Thanks for all the giggles and memories over the past 25 years.
Rita

Brian Powell

December 11, 2007

Parts, you'll be missed. You were always there!

Don Peake (Ret.)

December 11, 2007

"Spare Parts" was one of the good ole boys to me. We got along great and fought many fires together watching each others back. I will be sure and bring along another box of bacon to share with you Jack when I see you again! Rest in Peace my friend, I am glad we chatted at the banquet. My sincere condolences to Jack's entire family.

Joan Schmidt

December 10, 2007

It was with great sadness that my father told me of Jack's passing. I have fond memories of "spare parts" thru out the years and want to express my condolences to his family.

george tack

December 9, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to the Dale family, John was a great guy and will be sorrowfully missed by all who knew him.
George Tack
Cloverdale

Alfi De Biasio

December 9, 2007

our condolences to the Dale family.
Helped me outof a predicament a few years ago.We'll miss him coaching,opening the gate , in the room at hockey and at 'COACHES CORNER' at the club.Thanks for the memories "spare parts"

Kathy & Kaitlyn Morris

December 9, 2007

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to all family members. I have known Jack for over 30 years and it was always a pleasure to be in his compay. He was loved by a great amount of people, and I know that he will certainly be missed by all of us.

Alex Matches

December 9, 2007

I have fond memories of Jack from public school days(Sir A.Mackenzie) and through our days on the fire department together. He will be missed. My condolences to all.

john dale

December 8, 2007

i have never met John but someone of his same name and similar (73yrs) age feels a singular affinity for his loss. My deepest sympathy for his family.

JOHN DALE

December 8, 2007

THIS JOHN DALE WAS BORN ON 22.5.34 IN ENGLAND AND HAS A SINGULAR INVOLVEMENT AND SYMPATHY FOR THE DEATH OF HIS "TWIN" OF NAME AND AGE. MY CONDOMEMENT DEEPLY OFFERED TO JOHN'S FAMILY

Sue McRurie (Bill Morrison's daughter)

December 8, 2007

My deepest sympathies to the Dale family. I'll always remember Jack speaking at my own Dad's service last June. He was a wonderful man and a great friend to many. I can almost hear the guys welcoming him
to their party up there! Wow! It's getting to be quite the party! Say "hi" to Dad for me.

the baileys

December 8, 2007

marlene and family, please accept our deepest sympathies..all our love..dave,del,patty

Terry & Fred Mossing

December 7, 2007

Words can't express how sad we are for your loss. Our hearts go out to you and the family. Jack was a wonderful, kind man and will be sorely missed by all who knew him. We hope in time you will be comforted by cherished memories of your time together and also, in some way, comforted knowing he's at peace.

Ray Schmidt

December 7, 2007

My sincere condolences to the family. Jack & I were friends for 58yrs. He will be missed

Joanne & Doug Jamieson

December 7, 2007

Jack was a wonderful man and a very special brother-in-law to us. We will miss his wonderful sense of humour, his ready smile, and his kindness. He touched the lives of so many and we are all richer for having known him. Our deepest sympathies.

Ross Mault

December 7, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Bill Gilmour

December 7, 2007

Jack was one of the best guys i ever knew as a person a team mate a fellow firefighter. Always one to crack a joke or be the life of the party Jack was my mentor and my team mate and coach when i joined the Vancouver firefighters soccer teams as a kid. My critic when i was a firefighter or played hockey and soccer and was still giving me hell up to the last retirement party He will be sorely missed by us all ...Bill Gilmour

Grier Goldsby

December 7, 2007

My condolences to the family. I had the pleasure to work with Jack, knew him in retirement and shared a story with him whenever we met. I am travelling and will not be able to attend his memorial. My thoughts are with the family.

James Seeley

December 7, 2007

I will always remember the good times we had on the soccer pitch with Jack, he will be missed by all who were touched by his special character.

Ted Lawson

December 7, 2007

We'll miss u at all the FF's gatherings. Now we have to add another letter for the Bulldog Open!! Poor Tub!! Say Hi to our Buds!! Theodore!!

John J. Sulentich

December 7, 2007

Please accept my deepest sympathy in the passing of Jack. I worked with him for many years on the Fire Department and enjoyed every minute. He will be missed.

Mike Graw

December 7, 2007

You are going to be missed. Enjoying you at work and other social occasions, it was fun to be in your company. You are a nice man Jack. We will see you later.

Terry McKibbin

December 7, 2007

To the Family My sympathys to you all. Terry mckibbin

Wendy Adams

December 7, 2007

I only knew Jack through my husbands baseball team. I would wait in the stands to see the twinkle in his eyes, the cute smile and a flirty word or two. He was one to remember always, with a smile. He will be greatly missed by many.

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