Condolence: To John's family, to Corrie, Steven, Rodney and Jeffrey, my heartfelt sympathy and prayers in this time of sadness. Maria

Condolence: Dear Bonnie and family: Over the last four years John has been our builder/repairer/renovator of choice for two properties. The last room he did still smells new, as it was only three or four weeks ago. He was coming back in Jan. to do another. John was always reliable, did good work on time for a good price, not something one always finds in the building trades. He was an uncomplicated tough yet gentle guy, who took pride in his work, loved his family, dogs, and motorbikes. There is a small piece of quarter round not quite perfect that I was going to mention in Jan. I think I will leave it, and it will always make me smile remembering how annoyed with himself he got if he missed a detail! Best wishes and God bless as you work through this difficult time. Daryl

Condolence: Bonnie, I was shocked when I read in the newspaper the passing of your husband John. I have been praying for you that God will give you comfort and strength as you are going through this very difficult time in your life. My deepest sympathy to you and the girls. Louise & Barry Wilding

Condolence: We are so sorry to hear of John's sudden passing. We only met John this past October as he was doing renovations for us over on Lower Canada. He was so upbeat and postive - a true pleasure to have working in our home. Our condolences to his family who meant so much to him.

Condolence: My deepest sympathies go out to john's family. I had the pleasure of working with John on a couple of projects and he was always really friendly and just a great guy. I will miss seeing him around town.

Condolence: We are all so shocked by the sudden loss of John. He was the best friend of my brother Art and he always felt like a part of our family. In fact he even called my mother mum when he saw her. He was often in the family home on Dixie Ave. and he somehow was always visiting at lunch or supper. He had amazing timing! We had MANY meals together! There are so many wonderful memories of John and we can be so thankful to have known him. He had a warm and friendly personality and a great sense of humour. Our prayers and thoughts are with Bonnie and the family. John will be greatly missed but his memory will last forever!

Condolence: Bonnie and Family, We wish to express our deepest sympathy at this difficult time, Thinking of you. John, Chris

Condolence: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time

Condolence: Heartfelt prayers of comfort towards the entire Vriens family and friends. I have much compassion for you all. Though we only knew John for 2 weeks while he worked on the job we had for him, we were honored to have met him. He has left his fingerprints and memory in our home forever. John was an enabler, personable, professional and dedicated . He always had the time to stop what he was doing to listen or chat. His work refected how he took to tasks and relationships. He always gave his very best. It was easy to see that he was not only responsible, but commited towards his family and friends. I recall his satisfying smirk as he proudly showed pictures of his much loved family. He was so proud of his wife Bonnie, his children, and of course the baby who clearly owned his heart. John will be missed by us all, however, please remember, love is eternal and remains. It just has changed. John was a very rich man. John loved deeply, and was so full of love for so many. He also was blessed with so many that truly and sincerely loved him, just as deeply. There could be nothing more important than this., not even his Harley. Johns life was condensed, but it showed itself full of happiness and pleasures. To Johns mother., I'm so sorry..there are no words to be found. You should know he told me he loved his mother when he spoke of your trip to California. You did a good, no excellent.. job of raising a gentleman. May Gods peace and presence assure you all in your times of need. Amen

Condolence: I am so very sorry Bonnie to hear about John. Although it's been years since we've been in touch, I remember all the good times we shared. You and the girls are in my thoughts & prayers.

Condolence: Bonnie, I just want to say how very sorry I am for your profound loss, you and your family are in our thoughts Pauline , Daniel and Rachael

Condolence: Bonnie, I was shocked and saddened to hear of your loss of your soul mate John. May the love of your many friends and family bring you comfort as you mourn his loss and remember the precious times you shared.

Condolence: So sorry to hear of your sudden loss. Our sincere sympathy to you and you daughters. May you find peace in this most difficult time.

Condolence: "Together forever, never apart. Maybe in distance, but never in heart." So sorry to hear of your loss Bonnie. Thinking of you and your family at this sad time. Jen

Condolence: Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your girls on the passing of your husband John. May you feel God's comfort as you go through this difficult time.

Condolence: Bonnie,We are so shocked and deeply saddened by the loss of a John. John did a lot of work for us over recent years and we got to know the Honest, Decent, Hardworking man he was, deeply respected by the people he worked for, and with, in his Home town . It occurred to me yesterday as I looked around at the various things he had completed for us that he touched so many people through his work in this Town and while he has been so tragically taken away, like the memories we all hold of him , his craftsmanship will stand strong for decades to come, Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you at this time, we will keep you in our Prayers. Simon & Claire Bentall

Condolence: Dear Bonnie and family: Glen and I both send our heart felt sympathies on the loss of your beloved John. His wonderful smile and gentle heart will always be remembered. Sincerely, Glen & Bizzie Lepp

Condolence: Bonnie, We cannot express how sad we feel about this sad news. We were lucky to have known him. To you, the girls and your family, we offer our sincere condolences. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. His constant smile and good nature will be a memory for us always. Ann & Bernd Berger

Condolence: Bonnie, we are shocked and saddened to hear of John's death. Our sympathies to you and your family. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.

Condolence: Words cannot express the sadness we are all feeling. Our thoughts are with you all during this very sad time.

Condolence: Bonnie, Leanne, Jessica, our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. May you find comfort in the love and prayers from family and friends. John was a good friend. He was a gentleman and always had a wonderful smile. He will be missed.