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John "Kelly" LOVERING
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John LOVERING Obituary
May 24, 1945 – December 10, 2014
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of John "Kelly" Lovering, of Regina, after a five year battle with cancer. Born in Winnipeg, Kelly was son to John and Ruth Lovering, and brother to Richard. He was predeceased by his parents, father and mother-in-law Romeo and Alyce Lafreniere and Richard's wife Marcia. He will be remembered for being a loving and devoted husband of 47 years to Mary Lyn, father to son Tyler Lovering (Sheridan) of Sydney, Australia and daughter Kristy Duperreault (Paul) of Wilcox. While others had grandchildren, Kelly and Mary Lyn have five of the grandest children. He spent many hours and days celebrating their successes and passions: in Canada: Ben, (the hockey player), Isaac, (the actor), Myah, (Grampy's princess); In Australia: Parker (the rugby player) and Quinn (the baseball player) - "Always pray for you; always play for you". He is also survived by Mary Lyn's siblings Gil (Gladys), Roma, Dennis (Raylene) and Mary Lee (Randy) and a wonderful extended family of supportive nieces, nephews, cousins and godchildren. In his lifetime, Kelly has been an amazing teacher, principal, coach and writer. In all of these areas he achieved excellence through an uncanny ability to understand individuals, figure out their greatest strength and instill confidence where often there was none. Through his hard work and guidance he was able to motivate, educate, mentor and inspire thousands of young minds across the globe. You may have known him as teacher, coach, friend, motivator or mentor, but whoever Kelly Lovering was in your life, it is certain that he made you want to work a little harder and laugh a lot louder with his unique wit and charm. The family would like to thank everyone for their unwavering support. They would also like to pass on their sincere love and gratitude to the staff of the Palliative care unit at Regina's Pasqua Hospital, the Home care nurses and the Allan Blair Cancer Clinic staff plus the numerous medical care staff who have served him over the years. A FUNERAL MASS will be held at St. Martin de Porres Parish, 4720 Castle Road, Regina, SK on Saturday, December 13, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. with Reverend Peter Pham celebrant. Interment will take place at Regina Memorial Gardens at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to establish the Kelly Lovering Bursary, c/o Athol Murray College of Notre Dame, P.O. Box 100, Wilcox, SK S0G 5E0 or online at http:/ /www.notredame.ca/giving/ or email [email protected]. Family and friends are invited to sign the online obituary and tributes page at www.regina- memorial.ca. Arrangements entrusted to
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Darcy and Lyn Neuman
February 28, 2015
Mary Lyn, we are so sad to hear of Kelly's passing! Our thoughts are with you and yours. His passing is a huge loss to all who knew him. We only found out after we returned from Mexico and I decided to do an obituary search.
Martin Lemieux
February 2, 2015
Thank-you for all your hard work and love as a teacher,coach.You are a blessing and thank-you for blessing me!
Shirley & Doug (Neuman) Burke
January 7, 2015
So sorry for your loss, have many fond memories. Remember all the good times.
December 23, 2014
Mary Lyn we are so saddened to hear of Kelly's passing. Our thoughts & hearts are with you & your family.
Love Fred & Yvonne
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Patricia Popescul
December 18, 2014
Mary Lyn and family
Deepest sympathy.
May his memory be eternal.
Patricia Popescul
December 18, 2014
My deepest sympathy Mary Lyn to you and your family. My thoughts are with you. The few times I was with him, he made me feel I knew him always. He was truly special and I know what a loss this is. Remember the good times. Your memories will keep him in your heart always. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Gail McManes
Donald Gardner
December 17, 2014
Just heard about Kelly. So sorry for your loss. May memories of Kelly bring you peace.He always brought a smile to me. He was one great guy.
Erwin Berner
December 17, 2014
I worked "across the hall" from Kelly for many years at Campbell. He was a special guy. My sympathy goes out to his family, I know he will be missed so much.
December 15, 2014
To your entire family I send my sincere condolences on your loss..Kelly was so special and affected such happiness on so many that it is hard for you to think that it will ever get better..It will and he is at peace..God bless you all at this time and in the days to come..My best to you..Caroline Peck
December 15, 2014
I had the pleasure of teaching and coaching with Kelly when we started our careers at Campbell Collegiate in the 1970's.We also player Sr. Basketball, hockey and socialized together...what fun we had!
Although I left teaching after Campbell there was no doubt that Kelly would continue on to be "one of the great ones". He had enough energy for 3 people!
Our sincere condolences to Mary Lyn and family at this time, He will be missed.
Bill & Claudia Petersmeyer
Victoria BC
Michael Megaw
December 15, 2014
We extend our sincere condolences to your family on the loss of Kelly. We will remember Kelly for his infectiously positive attitude about everything in life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lee Hart
December 15, 2014
Kellys first words to me "Hello Son..." - he had dated my mother in high school...he is a man that no one will ever forget. Take care.
December 14, 2014
Mary Lyn and Family, Kelly was a very special person. He will be missed. We are thinking of you, and are very sorry for your loss..
With deep sympathy,
Len and Jean Meier
Doug & Sharon Robertson
December 14, 2014
Our sincere condolences. Kelly always made us smile and had a way of making everyone feel good about themselves. He will be missed.
Paul Kozicki
December 14, 2014
We extend sincere condolences.
Jeff Leier
December 14, 2014
Kelly was my hockey coach and teacher in 1985 at ND and I can say without a doubt that he was the most inspiring person ever to teach and motivate me through my time at ND. Thank you!
December 14, 2014
to the whole family. Kelly was a great man always made me smile. Will be greatly missed by all.
December 14, 2014
Mary Lyn and family,
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Take care,
Marge Badham
louise pfingstl
December 14, 2014
to the lovering family.my sympathies to u all.may your good memories of Kelly take u through this difficult time.kelly was a great person.i enjoyed having him as a teacher.
Gord MacMurchy
December 13, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to the Lovering family, Kelly was one of the most positive people I have ever met.
Karen (Zotzman) Diamond
December 13, 2014
So sad to hear this news. I was a student in Kelly's first class at Campbell Collegiate in 1972. I can still see him walking into the room for the first time and giving us a smile and a wave. He was a great teacher -- lots of fun, and interesting. And, who knew that the 1972 Canada-Russia Summit series was a part of the official Grade 10 curriculum? Seems so, because we watched it in class! Tyler was just a baby then, and they lived near the school, so Kelly and Mary Lyn had no shortage of willing babysitters amongst the Grade 10 girls.
You had a great and satisfying career, Kelly, and your family experiences left nothing to be desired. My sympathy to those you left behind. The world will miss you, for sure.
December 13, 2014
Mary Lynn & family -- Our deepest sympathies. I feel very lucky to have had an opportunity to chat with Kelly one week before he passed. Kelly touched many lives. His sense of humour, infectious and welcoming personality and the "twinkle" in his eyes will be missed by all. His spirit will live on and will be remembered as a wonderful husband, proud father and grandfather.
Cherish his memory.
Terry & Vern Byrne
Luanne and Perry Nelson
December 13, 2014
Perry and I just wanted to say how sorry we are that you lost such a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. I know we've talked about Kelly being my Grade 8 Home Room and Social Studies Teacher when I attended Campbell in Regina... to me he was larger than life and for me he remained that way always and even now that he is gone I still think of him as such. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Kelly was a straight shooter, who used humor and intellect to motivate and create some very fine individuals including you Kristy - you are the daughter of two very wonderful people! I know you are very proud of your Dad and he loved you all more than anything... you will carry him with you in your hearts and he will never leave you.
Bob Frei
December 13, 2014
My deepest sympathies. Kelly was a great man and an inspiration to all who knew him. He will be missed.
Bob Faris
December 13, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the Lovering family. Kelly proved that nice guys can finish first. I will miss his constant smile and positive attitude. He always had time to talk and lived a very full life. God Bless him.
Claire (Franklin) Fischer
December 13, 2014
Mary Lynn and family : God gives us memories so we might have roses in December". A job well done Kelly!
December 13, 2014
Mary Lyn and family,
Our very deepest sympathy in the passing of Kelly. He was a great guy, with a wonderful sense of humour. We enjoyed the time he worked for us. Our thoughts and prayer to you and your family. Gerald and Marilyn Naylen.
December 12, 2014
My sincere condolences to Mary Lyn and family! I was fortunate to share Kelly's friendship during our time on the SAHA board of directors and other casual meetings over the years! I will miss his wit and smile. Unable to attend Kelly's funeral as I am presently out of province. RIP Kelly. Dave Stockham
December 12, 2014
My sincere condolences to Mary Lyn and family! Can't say enough about Kelly's friendship during our time on the SAHA board and there after! Will miss his wit and smile whenever we met! Sorry I cannot attend his funeral as I'm out off province at this time! RIP Kelly! Dave Stockham
John Gustin
December 12, 2014
Our prayers our always with you
Stephane Gauvin
December 12, 2014
Kelly left a deep impact on me as a teacher, coach and friend. He had us eat out of the palm of his hand in class, at assemblies, at the rink and we loved every minute of it. Thank you for all of it Kelly.
Kathy Kincaid
December 12, 2014
Our Deepest Sympathy!
Kelly Reardon
December 12, 2014
So sorry about coach Kelly 1971 Campbell football team. He was a great guy to play under. Its been many manny years ago but I remember him well. Kelly Reardon
Glenn Collins
December 12, 2014
I can't think of a time that Kelly didn't have a smile on his face. HIs marvellous attitude made all around him more comfortable. His winning ways extended far beyond the athletic arena. My condolences to Mary Lyn and family.
December 12, 2014
Mary Lyn, Tyler,Kristy and every precious "family" member;
Kelly was such a great "giver". He has left me with great memories by words and deeds, about the values of reaching out to others, which he immeasurably did.
To each of you-to the best of your abilities- enjoy every day always on Happy Trails.
Ron & Lea Rumball
marilyn clearwater (Pekrul)
December 12, 2014
So sorry to hear Kelly has passed. My twin sister and I met him and were friends with him when we were 5 years old untl they moved to Saskatchewan.
Wanda Miller
December 12, 2014
Dear Mary Lynn please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Kelly.
Darryll & Darlene Bloom
December 12, 2014
In this world there are friends, true friends and friends that make a difference. Our friend Kelly was a true friend. He touched people throughout the world with his positive attitude, his perseverance, and genuine caring. His belief in others made us all want to be the best we could be. It is not what you take from life, it is what you give. Kelly was the epitome of giving. We will miss him dearly.
Our condolences to Mary Lyn and family.
Hell of a ride, buddy!
Darryll, Darlene & Shadow
Mark Penny
December 12, 2014
I am very sorry for your loss. Kelly always made classes fun at Notre Dame! He was a great teacher, coach and role model. It was a highlight for me to see him at Warrior camps and games cheering on Benny or doing his laps on the Mosaic concourse. He always had the ability to make you appreciate the small things in life and to be positive. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mark Penny
December 12, 2014
Kelly and his parents (Molly & Clyde) lived across the street from our family in Whitmore Park. We attended Sheldon Williams and rode the school bus together. Even though we have not seen each other for many years I still consider him a very good friend. He will be missed.
My condolences go out to will wife and family.
Jim Tvedt
Alice & Joe Zaba
December 12, 2014
Mary Lyn & Family. Have been out of touch for many years, but wish to express our deepest sympathy for the loss of your Husband Kelly, a great man. Have a fond memory of your Parents. Alice & Joe Zaba.
Rae Pratt
December 12, 2014
Mary Lyn and family my warmest condolences. I appreciated my time playing Rugby with Kelly on the Regina Condor team. His spirit and awesome competitiveness has had an positive influence on life. My thoughts and prayers are with you Mary Lyn.
December 12, 2014
Thank you Kelly for being such a caring teacher, coach and friend. Always remembered by two generations of athletes in our family.
Holly and Jen Dreger
Allison and Tyrel Norbeck
December 12, 2014
Dear Mary Lyn, Kristy and Tyler and the rest of your families. We are so sorry to hear of Kelly's passing. He was Tyrel's most memorable hockey coach, and one of ours as well. He will be deeply missed by all, and it is clear through all the posts and stories that I have read that he has touched the hearts and lives of many not just ours. Our deepest sympathies to all of you at this difficult time. May you find peace and joy in the memories of a life well lived. Take care and hugs to all of you.
Sincerely,
Allison and Tyrel Norbeck
Ian /Linda Douglas
December 12, 2014
Mary Lyn, Kristy,Tyler and families
Kelly was one of a kind and always brightened up your day. May you find strength in the love of family and friends in your sorrow.
Deepest Sympathy Ian & Linda Douglas
Nicole Scott (Huxley)
December 12, 2014
Wishing you comfort and condolences during this time of grief. Kelly will always be Mr. K to me, may his spirit and enthusiasm live on through all his family!
Belva Perkin
December 12, 2014
Deepest Sympathy
Thinking of you and your family in your time of sorrow. With sympathy and caring thoughts. Belva&Earl Perkin
Joan & Grant Clarke
December 12, 2014
Dear Mary Lyn, Tyler, Kristy & Families - Grant & I are so sad to hear that Kelly lost his battle with cancer. I am extremely grateful that I was able to see him in October for a quick chat & hugs. Kelly's first question was " How's the family? " 2nd question was "How's the hockey? " - always that thought on Kelly's mind.
I just know that there has to be hockey arenas & players in Heaven who have been waiting for an awesome coach & motivator and Kelly won't waste a moment. :-)
We are very sorry that we won't be able to be with you on Saturday but our thoughts will be with you, your family & friends, all the way from Mesa, as you say a final good-bye. Grant & I have so many good memories of the Lovering family from our 28 year friendship! We love you Kelly & we will miss you - until we meet again.
John Drope
December 12, 2014
Dear Lovering family;
Our condolences go out to you. Kelly (Mr. Lovering) was a remarkable man. I had him as a teacher in Grade 8 and as a Canadian History teacher in Grade 12 at Campbell Collegiate. I also had him as a minor football coach in Grade 10 alongside Rider great Jack Abendschan.
His quick wit, his articulate speaking style, and his desire to connect with each student or player made all of us fortunate that he chose teaching and coaching as a career. He will be missed but he will continue to have an impact on all those he came across.
John and Jody Drope
Wade Grimes
December 12, 2014
I had the privilege of playing for Kelly during his time as coach of the Estevan Bruins. He truly was a 'one of a kind.' I know in my lifetime I will never come across another like him. Inspirational, Positive and motivational was only the tip of the iceberg when it came to him. My condolences to the family. He will be missed.
Margaret Halldorson (Pekrul)
December 12, 2014
Although we lost touch over the years, I have many fond memories of Kelly growing up together as neighbors on Moore Avenue, playing together and going to elementary school together. My deepest condolences to his family.
Sandra Hoffart
December 12, 2014
Our hearts go out to you Mary Lyn, Kristy, Tyler & family on the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. Kelly was such a wonderful man and will be missed by many. May your wonderful memories bring you comfort. You now have a very special guardian angel watching over all of you!
Wayne & Sandra Hoffart & family
December 12, 2014
Dear Mary Lyn so sad to hear of Kelly's passing.he was one of a kind and you will miss him so .Love to you and your family.
Dorothy Minor
Yvon Prefontaine
December 12, 2014
My deepest sympathies to the family.
He was without question one of the finest people I have ever met and certainly the best teacher I had at any level.
I consider myself privileged to have been taught by him and hope my own children cross paths with an educator and a person like Mr. Lovering.
Sorry for you loss.
Jim + Sue Amundrud
December 12, 2014
Our sympathies with you, Mary Lyn, and all the family. Kelly fought a good fight, and will be very much missed and fondly remembered. May your memories bring you comfort.
Hazel Anaka
December 12, 2014
My deepest sympathy to you Mary Lyn, Kristy and Tyler and to your families. Kelly will be someone who will be hard to forget.
Linda Hovind
December 12, 2014
Mary Lyn and family our hearts go out to you all at this sad time, may you find peace with all your memories of him and knowing he is out of pain and in God's arms. We won't be home from Jamaica until after the funeral but know that our prayers and hearts are with you in spirit. I hope Cory was among those waiting for him when he crossed over. Love Linda & Doug
Garry Pekrul
December 12, 2014
Sad to hear that one of the guys I grew up with on good old Moore Ave. has passed on. I will be thinking of all the good times we had together back then.
Bryanna and Chris Butz
December 12, 2014
Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers! xoxo The world lost a kind, loving and generous man but heaven gained a spirited angel full of so much love and laughter. You know he will be keeping a close eye on all of his loved ones. Rest easy Kelly <3
December 12, 2014
Mary Lyn and Family: Sorry about your loss. Everyone that knew Kelly had the utmost respect for him. "Death leaves a scar that no one can heal, love leaves memories that no one can steal". You all have many many fond memories. Take care of each other.
Maxine Tapper
Linda and Don Moser
December 12, 2014
Memories shared and love from all will help you through this difficult time.
Andy & Shelley Schroeder
December 12, 2014
Mary Lyn and family - our deepest condolences to all of you at this time. I am proud to have been associated with Kelly while he was coach of the Estevan Bruins. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
s
December 12, 2014
Thinking of your family
shirley
December 12, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss.He was a good man.I know you will cherish your memories.
Charlotte Gordon
December 12, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. God be with you and your family at this time of sorrow.
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