John McALLISTER

Oh dear..... john, I was one of your students in 2010. I was in grade 10. I remember you going out of your way to make sure I passed the course when I was struggling. I did pass thanks to your help. I'll never forget your kindness and believing in me for as long as I live. Thank you and God rest your soul, sir.

John... You were my mentor and the best teacher I ever had...I will miss you every day of my life...love, Erinn

Hey, John, whenever I play "Farewell Blues" on the old 5-string I remember it was one of your favorite tunes. I'm so sorry we lost contact. Farewell, my friend. /John&Marilyn

To Gabby, Barbara and Kathy
On just reading of John's passing I wish to send my deepest condolences for your loss. Although some 40 years have passed since I last saw you all I will always remember John with love. He was a very special man and he obviously made a great contribution during his life. I am deeply sad to hear of his passing. . Love to you all
Darla Blake
Bella Coola

It was my great pleasure to work with John, one of the kindest most compassionate colleagues. So sorry for your loss.

Engel moegen Dich ins Paradies geleiten, mein lieber Cousin Hans- Wilhelm. Wir haben uns nicht mehr kennenlernen duerfen auf dieser Erde, aber die Liebe, mit der von Dir gesprochen wurde, hat mir vermittelt, wer Du warst. Mit grossem Respekt lese ich die Nachrufe Deiner Freunde hier und spreche allen Deinen Lieben mein tiefes Mitgefuehl aus. Die Welt ist aermer ohne Dich. Aber in den Herzen bleibst Du lebendig durch die Liebe, die Du geschenkt hast. Deine Cousine Ricarda

Hey Johnny Mack - Today we celebrate a life well lived - just the way you would have wanted it, with good friends, food, drink and live music.

A fitting way indeed to celebrate someone who was a motivating force in so many peoples lives. A teacher, a writer, a musician, a leader, a follower, a good friend to all and a supporter of all of our various endeavors. A keeper of the good heart.

Our lives will simply not be the same without you and we miss you already.

We will gather tonight, August 16th 2014 to raise a glass and a "tribal ruckus" in your memory. We'll celebrate all of the enduring memories that you gave to each of us. Your friends, your family, your students, your co conspirators in the dance of life.

Thank you my friend.

Michael Dangelmaier

John, you will be missed my friend. My deepest condolences go out to your family. Such a tragic loss. Your gentle and caring manner made you adored by so many. You always took the time to talk to me whenever our paths crossed at Churchill. Unfortunately you never knew how I appreciated those moments. You were such an sincere and genuine person.
Rest in peace John!

Still can't believe my big brother is gone. John was such an inspiration to me in so many ways. He will always be alive in my memories. Miss you John!

John,
You were a wonderful teacher and a kind, gentle soul. It was a privilege to work with you. You will be missed.

I will miss John as a friend, fellow teacher and music lover. He provded a ready smile and enthusiasm in his dealings with everyone. My deepest sympathy goes to his family and friends. He will definitely be missed.

You, John McAllister were my rock! You could always find a good in anyone or any situation. We laughed together and we cried together. I will miss you every day of my life, my friend, my lover...you showed me there are wonderful people in the world and for that I will always love you. Until we meet again.

Go in Peace John. You have impacted the lives of so many people. Your gentleness, grace and caring nature made you so unique. I enjoyed meeting you most mornings in the SWC parking lot, walking in with you as company thru the bus doors and how positively you looked forward to every day of teaching. The kids were so fortunate to have you as their mentor. You were the master teacher and the kids talked very fondly of you on our PE 30 camp trips. Everyone is the poorer for your absence. Your boys must be so proud of you and I hope this helps them appreciate how much you were admired and respected.

I was one of Mr. McAllister's students from 1994-96. His passion for literature was one of the inspirations for my own academic career in English. In particular I recall his wide-eyed, childlike excitement as he read to us from one of his favourites, Cervantes' Don Quixote. After I graduated, I had the pleasure of being his neighbour in Silver Springs. He was a wonderful teacher and a kind and funny man. I am saddened by his passing and send my deepest condolences to his family. Rest in peace, Mr. McAllister.

My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Mr. McAllister, as I knew him, taught me English in 1991 and 1992, and I've never forgotten him. Sincerely, he was one of the very most influential teachers in my life, and I'll forever be grateful for all he did for me.
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Please know that he changed the lives of so many.

Brendan, Jeanette & Johns family - I am so sorry for your loss... I only had the privilege of knowing John for a couple of years through Jeanette and I thought he was an amazing - smart - funny - sincere & down to earth man. Most of our visits were Sunday afternoons with the three of us relaxing , talking, laughing & admiring his back yard sanctuary. John was very hospitable & genuine - he loved & celebrated life.

I miss you, John.

Love from your sister,

Gabriele

May the compassion, joy, and artistry with which John lived his life sustain you through this difficult time. He was a wonderful colleague and will be sorrily missed.

Gabby, Brendan, Lauri and family, I haveno words to tell you how deeply sorry we are to hear of John's passing. We will always remember the many hours of music and friendship we shared over many years. Although we have not been in contact for several years John was often in our thoughts. I will deeply miss my singing partner.
With our deepest sympathy and much love
Hugh and Donna Gray

My heartfelt sympathy to all of you who loved John. He will be greatly missed.