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John MAGEE Obituary
July 13, 1926 - April 24, 2016
Retired Production Manager, Ottawa Citizen
Jack passed away peacefully at home in his 90th year, with his wife Gwen by his side. He was the son of the late Donald and Elizabeth Magee. Jack was the patriarch of a large family, leaving behind his beloved wife Gwendolyn (Wright) and his four sons - Bruce (Patti), Don (Kathy), Jeff (Mary Ellen), and Peter (Jennifer). Jack also leaves behind the special treasures of his life - his grandchildren: Kelly (Kyle), Scott (Krystal), Alison (Phil), Heather (Dustin), Hilary (Adam), Jeff (Kirstyn), Colleen, Corrina, Andrew, Cassidy, and the late Christopher, as well as five great-grandchildren - Henry, Charlotte, Victoria, Quinn, and Kory. Jack is also survived by his brothers Tom (Sharon), Bill (late Sandra), and Donald (predeceased), his sister-in-law Fern Whyte (Dan) and brother-in-law Earl Wright. Jack lived a long and rich life filled with family, horses, farming, fishing, boats, gardening, cooking and bread making, golf, and coke floats for the grandkids. He was truly "jack" of all trades. Friends may attend a visitation at St. James United Church, Osgoode on Thursday from 11:30 a.m. until time of memorial service at 2 p.m. followed by a reception in the church hall. Private inurnment at Westmeath Union Cemetery at a later date. For those wishing, donations in Jack's memory can be made to the Township of Osgoode Care Centre. Tributes, donations or condolences may be made at
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Joan McEvoy
May 3, 2016
We were very sorry to hear about Jack. Please accept our sincere condolences. ~ Joan McEvoy & Family.
Pat Moffat
April 28, 2016
Bruce & family,
I was so sorry to hear of your father's passing. My deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Those of us who worked at The Citizen will always remember him. He was truly a gentleman and well-liked by all.
April 28, 2016
Our deepest sympathies to all of the Magee family from the Bishop family.
Peter, Shelly and Cam
Scott & Cheryl Hutcheson
April 28, 2016
Our sincere condolences to the Magee family. Jack was a very respected manager at the Citizen and an even better person. It was a privilege to know him, he always conducted himself as a true gentleman.
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Donna Zandbelt
April 28, 2016
Peter & Jen and Magee Families,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. He will be greatly missed by all
April 28, 2016
Deepest condolences to the entire Magee family from the Findlay family, Judy and Linda.
Dianne and Chris Scharf
April 28, 2016
Peter, Jen and family and the extended Magee families
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We wish to extend our deepest sympathies to you from the Scharf family.
Madi Daneliak
April 27, 2016
Dear Gwen,
I send my biggest hug to you. Almost everyday Jack wondered over to chit chat. It always made my day! I hope that someday I will care as much for someone as he did you.
Donaldson Family
April 27, 2016
Carl,Brenda and Donaldson Family wish to express our deepest sympathies for your loss. Your Family is in our thought's and prayer's.
Daneliak-Snippe Family
April 27, 2016
Gwen, our deepest sympathies. The kindness both you and Jack have shown our family as our neighbors and as friends is immeasurable. My mom's heart aches for you in this time of sorrow.
Beryl & Tanya Claus
April 27, 2016
Dear Gwen and Family
Our sincere condolences to all of you in the loss of Jack. We have many fond memories of Jack as a wonderful neighbor living on Argue Drive. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Walter and Ann Zebchuk
April 27, 2016
Our deepestsympathies.
Bob Acres
April 27, 2016
Our sympathies to Jeff, Mary Ellen and the whole Magee family on the loss of Jack. A life well lived. Bob and Marilyn Acres
Julie & Shawn Brown
April 27, 2016
Dear Don,Kathy and family,
Our deepest condolences go out to you all. From the stories I've heard, he was a dear man and he will be deeply missed. You have so many memories of him, cherish them.
Jack & Irene Toonders
April 26, 2016
Jeff and family,
Our sympathies in the passing of your father, embrace the many good memories you must have! Our best to you all.
Dana Edgar
April 26, 2016
So sorry for your loss Gwen and family.
Rick Smith
April 26, 2016
Jeff, my sincere condolences to you and your family in the loss of your father.
April 26, 2016
Don and Kathy,
Although we never had the pleasure of meeting your dad, this "Jack" of all trades, we know he was an exceptional man who you were blessed to have for so many years. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and the entire Magee clan. Love Grant, Carrie, Camryn and Garrett
Georgina Scobie
April 26, 2016
Gwen and Family
My sincere sympathy
May God Bless you in this time of need
Donna Schafer
April 26, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Donna Schafer
April 26, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bill Cooke
April 26, 2016
To don and family.
Our thoughts are with you during this time. I can remember your dad helping us with extra wood during the 1998 ice storm. Good memories and time will help the emptiness one has at this time.
Glenna & bill
Golden lake
John & Diane Barber
April 26, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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