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Janice Adie
January 14, 2023
Sooo sorry to hear of John's passing-John and my husband who has passed were great childhood friends-they enjoyed Adeline Ave living side by side-then grew up together in sports and fun times-have fond memories of John and his family-they spent 3 days with us once when a blizzard occurred-all my love to Jimmy and Steph and all the family-xx
Tom Farina
January 5, 2023
I am saddened to hear about John´s passing. I was one of his teammates at YSU and I never met a more competitive athlete then John. It was pure joy to watch Dave Garden and John blast their way down the field knocking over our opponents. I looked up to those guys. They´re probably throwing a ball around to each other now.
Tom Rice
January 5, 2023
So sorry for the families loss.
John and I roomed and played together at Youngstown State. Our meetings since then were few, but the laughter was always there. He was a dedicated team mate who never surrendered. Missing from the obit was his Foosball tenacity, that helped pay for many beverages back in the day we had limited funds.
Rest in Peace, Kincher!
You will be missed.
Charles Kinch
January 3, 2023
Huge message of sympathy for the family in the passing of one of our generation. Knew him and met him a few times, but so long ago, and we went separate ways.
Son of Charlie and Yvonne Kinch of Dundas.
Now out on the West Coast.
Betty Woodward
January 2, 2023
I was one of the Mahoney Bears "Cheerleaders" Sounds like John had a lovely life. Great memories. He was very well thought of.
Betty (Woodward) Smith
Neil Blake
January 2, 2023
Sorry to hear of John passing. I remember him well hanging with my brother John and myself with Thom. My condolences to the entire Kinch family.
Neil Blake
Gary Kay - baseball coach
January 1, 2023
I can still see John running and working out with Steve Pankiw around Mahoney Park -so dedicated. He was part of an amazing, supportive family.
Neal Tresger
December 31, 2022
What a beautiful tribute you have written Karen to the love of your life. John certainly sounded like quite a remarkable person. Nothing I can say will take away the pain you're enduring right now. Though please know of how many kids and families you have helped thrive and grow, including my own. I shall be ever grateful for the rest of my life, because of how hard you fought for us. I hope in days ahead you'll find some solace.
David Hart
December 30, 2022
So very sorry to hear of John's passing. We were neighbours for many years as our Hart family home on Ivon Avenue and the Kinch family home on Adeline were separated merely by a fence which both families jumped regularly to fetch pucks, balls etc. and/or take a short cut. We went to Sir Winston Churchill together and followed John's athletic career with great pride. Our sincere condolences to your family. I had the chance to speak with John at the SWC 50th reunion.
John Blake
December 30, 2022
So very sorry to hear of John´s passing. I have many memories of playing baseball at Mahoney park and football in the rain with Geordie, Danny and Johnnie. John Blake
Steve Pawlick
December 30, 2022
To the entire Kinch family, my condolences on the passing of John. I played Highschool football with him at SWC and hung out with him from time to time as part of a large group. John was always good natured, easy going and enjoyed a laugh.
Ken Kay
December 30, 2022
Very sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a big part of a very special group at Mahoney Park and of a special family, the Kinch family. Our sincere condolences to Thom and the whole Kinch family.
Ken Kay
Bill Tait
December 30, 2022
Sad to hear of John passing away. Great memories of SWC/Mahoney Park days. RIP Kincher
Bill Tait
Conrad DiDiodato
December 29, 2022
My condolences to the Kinch family.
I knew John from the Mahoney/Parkdale days. I remember his years playing baseball at Mahoney Park and CFL football. He was a local hero among kids in the Adeline/ Ivon Street neighborhoods where we grew up.
Rest in peace, John.
Mike Duffy
December 29, 2022
I,m truly saddened to hear of John,s passing he was a great ball player and we had great times at Churchill,.He was great guy and a few of us hung out together, RIP John, together with Gordie and Danny
David McIntyre
December 29, 2022
So sorry to here about John. I knew him back in the Mahoney/Parkdale days-perhaps the best days of our lives. A talented young athlete, more importantly, just a nice kid. One of my Dad's faves (along with brother Thom). Peace to all. Dave McIntyre
Bob Miller
December 29, 2022
Thom, Rosemary and I send our most sincere condolences to you and your family on the loss of John. We realize it has been a most difficult time for all, but now he is at rest and the pain is gone.
Nick Jambrosic
December 29, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rest in peace Kincher.
Alumni Dog&Cat
Family Nick Jambrosic
Dawn Sutherland
December 29, 2022
Sad to hear of the loss of your brother we had hood times as kids RIP John
Vicky Paterson
December 29, 2022
Our deepest condolences to you and your family, Thom.
Vicky and Keith Paterson
Madelyn Lawson (mother in law) and Ginny, Madelyn Jr, Roy (sisters and brot
December 28, 2022
John was a positive and loving presence during family visits. We always looked forward to spending time with him and always knew he would share an enthusiastic story about Canada! Most important to us, was the love he showed my daugher and our sister, Karen. He was great in every sense of the word and admired greatly by us. In thanksgiving for the time we had with John, our prayers continue as God guides John to his eternal rest.
Rob Laseak
December 27, 2022
Sending my condolences to the entire Kinch family and friends. I worked with John at Lake County Juvenile Detention Center. We became fast friends as he became a bit of a mentor for me. He pushed me to do my best, and of course, get and stay in shape! We played many rounds of golf, shared a few thousand hot wings and beers at McTaggart´s and uncountable laughs. He had a life spirit about him that just lifted those around him. Prayers going up for John. To Jimmy and Stephanie, please take solace knowing your Dad is in a far more glorious place than we could ever imagine. Rest easy my friend.
Kay Garden
December 27, 2022
Karen, Jimmy & Stephanie,
So very sorry for your loss. Your dad was a great guy and I have a lot of great memories with him & David. Karen you are in my thoughts and prayers along with the rest of the family. God Bless you all. Hugs & prayers to each of you!
Kay Garden
Kristen Matuszewski
December 27, 2022
My condolences in the passing of John. While I didn't know him well, he was always very kind and soft spoken. His concern for children, his structure, empathy and confidence was a great asset to the children of Lake Co. I recall one child, in particular, that he was able to see a need and help her find her confidence & self-esteem. My condolences to his family, facing such heartache in his passing. My prayers to you all.
Scicolone´s
December 27, 2022
Jimmy and Stephanie,
Deepest sympathy on the passing of your father.
You are both in our thoughts and prayers.
All our love the Scicolone family
Taylir
December 26, 2022
So sorry to hear of John´s passing. I enjoyed working with him. He had such a kind smile. He will be missed. Sincere condolences to his family.
Danielle Asbury
December 26, 2022
Love to you all! He is apart of some of my best childhood memories!
Debi Sines
December 26, 2022
Dear Judge, I am truly saddened and heartbroken to hear the news of John. I first met Jan when I started working at juvenile Court and he was always such a good friend to me at juvenile Court. I leaned on his shoulders many times. And I think he leaned on mine too. My prayers are with you. I trust in the Lord, and I know he is there with God in heaven.
If you need me, please call, and I sincerely mean that!
Debi Sines
Mike
December 26, 2022
My deepest condolences to the entire Kinch family. Kinch had a huge impact on many youth and adults over the course of a life well lived. You will be missed my friend.
Dana Wayner
December 26, 2022
Steph Jimmy I loved your dad...I´m thankful and will cherish the years I got to live and grow up in your home.
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