John Tofan

John Tofan

John Tofan Obituary

Published by Vancouver Sun and/or The Province on Dec. 27, 2008.
TOFAN John Passed away December 21st, 2008, in his 99th year. Survived by his loving son John (Cheryl), of Bradbury California, three grandchildren: Jay, Craig (Lyn), and Jill (Simon) Ford. Four great-grandchildren: Siena and Scarlet Toffan, and Jordan and Jackson Ford. Three nieces: Debbie Kamal Ali, Brenda Chursinoff, Twila Roberts, Loretta McFadyen and Nephew: Michael Rezansoff. John had a deep commitment to his family and friends, his spirituality and the land. He will be sadly missed, but fondly remembered by all those who knew him. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, December 30th, 11:00am, Trinity Pacific Church, 10011 No. 5 Rd. Richmond, B.C., Pastors Steve Tu and Alex Ryan presiding. Interment Fraser Cemetery. Kearney Funeral Services 604-736-0268

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January 11, 2009

Our condolences to Uncle John's family and friends. We have fond memories of our visits with Uncle John in both Richmond and Saskatchewan. We are so happy that he was able to attend the 100 year anniversary of his father's farm in July 2007. He and my Baba, Katie, provided us with lots of stories of the 'ol days. He enriched our lives. Memory eternal.

Sonia Doroshenko and Mark Symchych

Jan Genert

January 11, 2009

Please accept our very sincere condolences on the passing of Uncle John. He was a very special person and was truly a gift from God. He was a great teacher and example to us all. We were always so grateful for the special relationship he and our Baba, Katie Danyluk, shared. She was so very fond of Uncle John and looked forward to their weekly phone visits.Our prayers go out to you who were closest to him and were privileged to have had the opportunity to spend time with Uncle John. His life and wisdom was a gift to us all.

God Bless

Amber Chursinoff

January 8, 2009

Great Uncle John, I didn't know you that well but with all the stories I have heard you are a great person. I will miss you very much.
Love Amber

Russ and Judy Hawthorne

December 31, 2008

To the Tofan Family:

We're so sorry to hear of your loss. You have our sincere sympathy.

Russ and Judy Hawthorne

Brenda Chursinoff

December 31, 2008

Uncle John, you will be extremely missed. You have brought so much into our lives and we will always remember them. It has been an honor to be your neice and my girls and I will never forget our times with you. You have put a mark on our hearts that we will cherish forever. We will miss you dearly. Love forever Brenda, Tiffanie and Amber Chursinoff

Jocelyn Manguiat

December 29, 2008

To John, Cheryl and family,

You are in our thoughts at this time. Mr. Tofan was a gentle soul and a good natured person. I enjoyed working for him and I will miss him.

Barbara Wheeler

December 29, 2008

To the family and friends of John Tofan,
Our deepest sympathy to John, Cheryl and the Toffan Family. May the love of friends and family carry you through this time of grief.
The mutual devotion and respect Mr. Tofan and our daughter Cheryl shared over the years is a special gift in life.
Sincerely,
Barbara & Dwight Wheeler

Loretta McFadyen

December 28, 2008

I don't think you will ever know exactly what you meant to me and my sisters. Thank you for so many great memories. You will forever stay in my heart. See you on the other side. I love you.

Debbie Kamal Ali

December 28, 2008

My dearest Uncle John, thank you for your stories, support and being the best. Thanks for allowing us to be a close part of your life. God gave us memories so we will always have roses. You will always be a rose in my heart that never will wilt. I am honoured to have been able to be close to you. Thanks for being a major part of my life.

Teresa Roberts

December 28, 2008

You will forever be missed. So sad to see you go, Thank you for everthing that you have done. I will Charish the memories that we have together. Love You and miss you lots. RIP Great Uncle John. Love Teresa Roberts

Glen and Ann Turnbull

December 27, 2008

To the Toffan family.
We were saddened to learn of John's passing.
It is indeed sad to lose a dear parent, grandparent, great grandparent, but we know you have many happy memories of good times with him.

Ed and Dolores Zimmermann

December 27, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to John, Cheryl and family.

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