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John Kaufman Obituary
March 1, 1932 - February 18, 2012
Born on a farm in Englefeld, Saskatchewan, Dad was a good man who devoted his life to his family. Johnny (Johann) was proud of his Swiss heritage and cherished his lifelong prairie friends. He woke each morning with a curious mind and filled every day with laughter and productivity. A strong union man, he claimed the ILWU (International Longshore and Warehouse Union) as the best in the nation. After many happy years of travel with wife Annette, and children Suzanne, Celine, and Richard, he has left on his final journey. Johnny . . . thanks for coming . . . Grampa . . . Mitch, Cole, and Brennan will miss you. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the CKNW Orphans' Fund. A private family gathering will be held.
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Gloria Thevenot
March 15, 2012
Annette, Suzanne, Celine, Richard and grand kids - May you find strength and peace each day cherishing the wonderful memories and believing he will watch over you and be present...... he will be missed and remembered for who he was and what he represented to all. Your journey is just beginning Uncle John - miss you xoxoGloria
Ellen Caswell
March 4, 2012
Ma Tante Annette... Thinking of you and the entire family at this time of great loss. Sending love to you all. <3 Hugs from Ellen and Keira
March 4, 2012
Annette.Suzanne.Celine.Richard.
THINKING OF YOU ALL AT THIS TIME .JOHN sure will be missed \may he rest in peace
LEONA THEVENOT MONTREAL QUEBEC
Lynn Thevenot
March 2, 2012
Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. May you find peace and serenity.
Love
Lynn Thevenot (Yves, Gab and Angel Emily)
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March 2, 2012
You will be sorely missed Uncle! May all your check moves up above be mate. Rest in peace. Richard, Suzanne, Celine and Auntie, may you all find comfort these difficult times. Jason, Corinna, Aida and Eli
Nadine Sabine
March 1, 2012
Auntie Annette, Suzanne, Richard and Celine:
Thinking of you all during this sad time. Although I never knew Uncle John as well as you, I know the love that you all shared...may you always remember the special times together and continue to share them amongst yourselves.
Love always,
Nadine
Martial Thevenot
March 1, 2012
May you continue to Shine your Light of Joy and Laughter now and forever more as you reach out even further from your new "vantage point"... Say Hi to the rest of the gang there... "Always respect the King, right?"... I'll never forget you.
February 29, 2012
Annette and family: Hold on to the legacy and memories that John left behind! From a far off cousin in the Okanagan. Jeannine Zein PEACE & PRAYERS.
Audrey Cox
February 28, 2012
Rest in peace Uncle Johnnie. You'll be missed.
with love,
February 28, 2012
John was a truly gentleman from another retired longshore retiree Bill Kemp and Jack Marsh agrees and so soon after his brother
February 28, 2012
We sometimes take it for granted that special relatives and friends will always be in our lives.
"Johnny"'s journey with us is completed.
Onward to God's Dimension, as we hope for ourselves.
I remember best,Johnny smiling seemingly at life and it's surprises.
Blessings to you Annette and your Family.
Cousin, Celine
February 27, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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