John Alexander McCuish

John Alexander McCuish obituary, Powell River, BC

John Alexander McCuish

John McCuish Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 4 to Mar. 15, 2020.
John (Jack) Alexander McCuish John (Jack) Alexander McCuish was born and raised in Vancouver. A Powell Riverite at heart, he died February 25, 2020. Jack had a fun and active life, enjoying his weekends on Hollyburn Mountain,where he made lifelong friends while building and maintaining cabins and facilities. After moving to Powell River, where he met his wife, Sheila. Jack continued with his love for the outdoors and cabin living. They built a cabin on Powell Lake, where they spent most of their time enjoying the company of many friends and family. Jack had a passion for wood crafts and loved walking the sea walk, where he was always happy to chat with everyone. Jack was predeceased by his loving wife of 49 years and his much-loved son Scott. He is survived by his son Colin (Brianne) and grandson Justice, sister Ina (Renee) Lidster, many nieces and nephews, and many grandnieces and grandnephews. The family would like to give special thanks to Tracy and Ola for their unfaltering care and attention, to the many friends and the family who visited him during his illness, and to the doctors, nurses and home care workers who caringly supported Jack over the years. Instead of flowers, please consider making a donation to Powell River SPCA. A service was held on March 7, at Carlson Community Club.

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Dwight Bleiler

March 4, 2020

Condolences to all Family and Friends.It brings deep sadness to Mine and Darlene and our Families heart.Jack was a great Automotive Parts Manager and a good shoulder the lean on when there was problems. He will always be remembered never forgotton. Thanks Jack R.I,P.

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