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Grace Tridico
September 21, 2010
Dear Silvana: I know this is late but I've had time to reflect on what has transpired in your family and wanted to write my thoughts now. I truly believe John is in a better place, full of peace, love and happiness. He is no longer suffering and one day you will all be united. Boy what a happy day that will be. I've had the pleasure of knowing John and I will truly miss those moments when we would pick on each other. It was always in fun and John was always a light hearted kind of guy. I know how he loved you and his precious little girls. You've told me enough stories to attest to this love. I truly hope you continue telling both Lauren and Sophie about their dad so they grow up knowing the kind of man he was even though he will not be with them. I'm sure John is looking down on all of us in delight, knowing how much he was loved. I want you to know if there is anything I can do, please do not hesitate to ask. I am here for you, Lauren and Sophie. Families stick together particularly in difficult times. I look forward to the day that I can start to hear that billowing laugh again. I know that you will never forget the love that you and John shared but I hope that you can accept that God loved him more and he has bigger plans for both John and you. With all my love, Grace Tridico-Starks
Jay McKnight
September 15, 2010
To the Durocher Family,
I was shocked to hear of John's death. Although he was a Steeler fan, he was a great guy. It has been a long time, but he's easy to remember. My heart goes out to all of you. Enjoy your new life John.
Colleen Rabie
September 13, 2010
To the Durocher Family,
My sincerest sympathies in this incredibly difficult time. John was a man of strong integrity, warmth, and possessed such a genuine nature. I thoroughly enjoyed working with him and he will be very much missed.
Silvana, although we never met, I would like you to know that you are in my thoughts daily and I truly hope each day is easier and the kids are able to know as they grow up what a wonderful man their father was. With them, you will always have a piece of him. May that give you a small amount of solice in your sadness.
Lynda Hallmark
September 12, 2010
Dear Silvana, Jeff, Colene, and the Durocher Family,
There are no words to express my shock and sorrow to hear about John's passing. I will always remember the fantastic time we all spent at the Finger Lakes for Jeff's 40th birthday, and then meeting up again at Jeff and Colene's wedding.
I am grateful to have had these opportunities to know John, even though briefly, and to witness the appreciation and love that you have for each other as brothers, that you have for your parents, for the families that you chose, and for the friends that came along with them. It is a blessing to have spent time with all of you together.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope you find solace in each other and in John's memory and the legacy of his beautiful girls, and that peace will soon replace your sorrow.
With love,
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Wayne Starks
September 11, 2010
To Silvana and the Durocher Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for John's homegoing. I always enjoyed his company and he was truly a good man. I thank God I had the chance to know him.
John now is a new treasure in Heaven where we all will see him again. John left us the treasures of Lauren and Sophie and I will always let them know that they are the daughters of a very good man.
May God send His Comforter to you all and bring you to a place of peace and the awareness of the blessing that we all got a chance to know and love John.
Renee Lochhead
September 10, 2010
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy at the passing of John. My thoughts are with you and your family. John was a great man and a pleasure to work with. He will be missed.
September 10, 2010
Silvana and family,
I had the pleasure of recuiting John to work with me and the group at Fido in Toronto. He and Ritchie Hood (hired together) became fast friends and both were stars on the team. They remained close friends through the years after moving to the US. John was such a lovely, genuine guy; smart,always helpful, more than willing to share the load and possessed that delightful wry sense of humour that endeared him to all who came in touch with him. I golfed with him a few times and he was a talented athlete to boot and a total gentleman to play with. I'll always remember those games together - they make me smile just thinking about them. He could hit the ball a country mile.
The pleasure of knowing, working and enjoying John's company was all mine.
We are all better people for having known him - a great example of a totally fine, decent, loving, caring, funny human being. He will be missed terribly.
My heart reaches out in sympathy at this difficult and tragic time.
Warmest Regards,
Heather Boyle, Toronto, On.
Alex & Kathryn Harris
September 10, 2010
Dear Jackie & Digger & family:
Our hearts go out to you. Very shocked to hear about John.
Unfortunately I will not make the funeral but Alex will.
You are all in our prayers. I know you will all be there for each other. Our love and prayers to Silvana and the girls too.
God Bless
Alex & Kathryn Harris
michael sennett
September 10, 2010
Dear, jACKIE and DIGGER, We are so sorry to here of your beloved son JOHN, passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you, in this tragic time in your lives, the SENNETT twins & family.
god bless you and your family,
Jason Meloche
September 10, 2010
To the entire Durocher family, this is truly a sad day. John will be missed by all. He was a great family man with a great sense of humour. My thoughts are with all of you during these hard times.
Lyndon Hum
September 10, 2010
You could not help but like John. His wry smile. His sarcastic and kind hearted way of teasing his friends and co-workers. His embodiment of commonsense. His empathetic listening skills. His sense of teamwork. And despite his achievements and success a very humble man. With character like that it is easy to understand why John was so respected and liked; very well liked by so many.
Ritchie & Jennifer Hood
September 10, 2010
Dear Silvana, Lauren, Sophia Joel and Jeff,
Words cannot express our sorrow with the news of John's passing. John brought such happiness and laughter to our lives and we are forever thankful for having known such a rarely genuine, devoted and all around great person. John was so much more than a friend to our family and he will live on in our hearts, very happy memories and who we are for having known him forever.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad and difficult time.
With Love,
Kim Zwagerman-Sutherland
September 10, 2010
Silvana, Lauren, Sofie and families I am very sorry to hear of your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Take care of each other.
Ellen Chibi (Turton)
September 10, 2010
Dear Durocher Family,
My thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Donna Hazlett
September 10, 2010
Dear Lauren and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I want you to know that I am keeping you all in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Donna Hazlett
Melissa & Mike McWatt (Lapico)
September 9, 2010
Dear Silvana and family,
We were so sorry to hear such sad news. We are thinking and saying prayers for you and your family.
karen fick
September 9, 2010
silvana and family
im so sorry to hear of your loss very bad news thinking of you and your family now express my deepest symphathy at this time
Stuart Brockbank
September 9, 2010
Dear Durocher Family,
I am sorry for your loss and truly saddened by JD's death. JD was a good friend, kind and considerate, happy and there are many good memories.
With deepest sympathy,
Stu
Karla Matton
September 9, 2010
Silvana, Lauren and Sofie,
I'm so sorry for your loss. John was a great guy. My thoughts are with you. xo
Michelle Black Lewis
September 9, 2010
Silvana, Lauren and Sophie,
I am so, so sorry. My prayers are with you. God bless. xo
Lisa North
September 9, 2010
Silvana - My deepest sympathy during this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Miriam Wiegers
September 9, 2010
Durocher family,
I am so sorry for your loss. John was a lovely person. I hope your beautiful
memories of him will provide you with some comfort during this difficult time. My thoughts are with you.
Stephanie Bradley
September 9, 2010
Silvana,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I know it won't always be easy, but remember to "smile" everytime you think of John. His memory will live in you forever. We love you!
Angela Forsyth
September 9, 2010
Dear Durocher family, we are so sad to hear this news. Please know we are thinking of you. We extend our deepest sympathies.
Love,
Eric and Angela Forsyth and sons.
Cindy Wolfe
September 9, 2010
Silvana and family,
Being able to count John (JD) as a friend truly enriched my life. His goodness, positive attitude in times of trial and his wonderful sense of humor will be forever remembered. I share your sorrow at the loss of such a wonderful person, you are in my thoughts.
Barry and Kimberly Witte
September 9, 2010
Silvana,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls during this difficult time. John was a dear friend who was with us for far too short of a time. He will be greatly missed.
Jeff Hurst
September 9, 2010
Our familys prayers and thoughts are with you. John was one of the nice guys we wish the world had more of.
Bernadette Bell
September 9, 2010
My deepest sympathies to John's family. I worked with John at Applica Canada. He was always smiling and that laugh of his would brighten up the day. He will truly be missed.
Jay Lewis
September 9, 2010
One of my best friends ever was John "Mad Dog" Durocher. I had emailed John a few months back and it seemed that he was enjoying a 'new toy story' at his work. It is really difficult to believe that he has passed. I was around him during his fight to get a kidney and make the comeback from that medical miracle complete with challenging pitfalls. I visited him in the hospital many times and no matter how bad he felt, we always shared a laugh at something.
He was the kind of guy that made people better around him at a job or a social affair. We ate dinner, lunches, went to golf tournaments and shared time together in the evenings with our families when he was in Arkansas and Florida. He was really funny in his own subtle and not so subtle ways. He also was one of the mentally toughest people that I ever knew.
His head for business made him successful at work and it was a pleasure to scheme up things together. But as you know, life is more than work and I know he understood that and placed family first in his decisions no matter what the cost. Even though we did not talk as often as we once did, I feel a loss and sadness knowing he isn't out there. Please pass on my best to Silvana, Lauren, Sophie and the rest of the family.
Megan Rea
September 9, 2010
My deepest condolences to John's family, John will be greatly missed. John was a considerate and lovely co-worker, always smiling and friendly. My thoughts and prayers are with you Silvana and your family.
Liana & Domenico Lunelli
September 9, 2010
Our Deepest Condolences to Silvana, Lauren & Sophie and Families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this most difficult time. John was a really great guy. He will be truely missed. May your memories of him give you strength and take comfort in knowing that an angel is watching over you. Love, Your Cousins xo
Yvethe R
September 9, 2010
I had the really good fortune or working both directly and indirectly with John for a few years and I have always remembered his great disposition, smarts and desire to work together as a team. My prayers go out to you and your family. He'll be missed...
Vicky Woeste
September 9, 2010
Silvana, Lauren and Sophie
So sorry to hear of the loss of John. My heart goes out to you with sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
love, Vicky Woeste and Family
Rob Peltier
September 9, 2010
I'm sorry that I won't be able to make it for the funeral, but I'm very sorry for you & your family Silvana. I'll be thinking of you & John's brothers. And also his parents. If you need anything, please feel free to ask me!
Rob "Kramer" Peltier
Susan Visani
September 9, 2010
Silvana,
I had the honour and pleasure of working with John at Applica Canada. He was such a great guy. Always made you smile and so easy to get along with. He will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
September 9, 2010
Dear Jackie & Digger,
I'm so sorry to read of your loss,Your son sounded like a wonderful person.Praying that all God's blessings will help all of you through your grief journey. Sandy Romano
Vince Santore
September 9, 2010
My deepest sympathies to John's family. John was a great co-worker who always had a smile on his face. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 9, 2010
My deepest sympathy is extended to your family. John is wonderful person. I had the pleasure of working with him at Applica in Bentonville, AR. He always displayed a love for life, never complained even if he wasn't feeling well. We always had a good time even when we were working hard! We will miss him. We will keep you all in our prayers. May he rest in peace.
Lisa Allison Stewart Bentonville, AR
Patty Newby
September 9, 2010
Silvana,
I am so sorry for your loss. I can't even begin to imagine your heartbreak. John was a sweet man, and I feel blessed to have known him, even for a short period of time. My thought's and prayers are with you, your beautiful girls, and your Family.
September 9, 2010
Silvana and family,
My deepest condolences go out to you and your family. I had the pleasure of working with John for years at Applica Canada. He was always able to make me smile and laugh no matter how bad of a day I was having. He was a wonderful person. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Enri Greco
Jennifer Dunham
September 9, 2010
Silvana,
My thoughts are with you and your family. I have fond memories of working with John at Fido, he was a lovely man.
Jennifer
Michael Rahaman
September 9, 2010
I would like to extend my deepest condolences to Silvana, Lauren, Sofie and John's family. I was a co-worker of John's. For the few years I have known him, he was a great person to work with and a good friend. My prayers are with you.
Jenny Peters
September 9, 2010
Silvana, i never had the pleasure of meeting John, but can only imagine he was a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this time. I feel your sadness and may you take comfort in all your fond memories of John.
Jean Swanson
September 9, 2010
Silvana,
I always remember your family with fond memories. John was such a good man and loved you all so. He was a wonderful person to work with and I enjoyed his humor. My thoughts and prayers are with you~
Kimberley Gilman
September 9, 2010
Silvana,
I can't even begin to tell you how sorry I was to learn of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Lauren and Sophie.
Love, Heidi, Nick and Olivia Lunelli
September 9, 2010
In God's care he rests above, in our hearts he rests with love.
John was such a sweet and kind person who will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at such a sad and sorrowful time. Find comfort in knowing he is at peace and he will always be with you in your heart and in the many memories you had shared.
Laura Pearn
September 9, 2010
Silvana, Lauren and Sophie,
I am sadden by your loss! My thoughts and prayers go to you and your family.
Laura Pearn
September 9, 2010
My dear cousin Silvana, Lauren and Sophie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, during this time of deep loss. John was such a kind soul and will be deeply missed as he moves on his journey to a much better place full of peace and love. Love, Linda, Walter, Steven and Sierra~
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