Obituary for John Simser - Canadian-Owned Just-Cremation

John Simser

June 24, 2025

In Loving Memory of John Victor Simser

With heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of our brother John Victor Simser on June 24, 2025 in North Vancouver.

Born in London, Ontario, John was the middle child of Edna and John Simser. John lived in London Ontario, for the 1st year of his life, The family then moved to Toronto Ontario, where John spent the next 8 years. The family then moved to Burlington Ontario, where he spent his youth being involved with hockey and all the other things that boys get up to when their parents aren’t looking.

In 1976 John and a friend decided to leave the bright light of Ontario for the quiet life, or so he thought, of British Columbia. John was an avid tennis player and he loved to go for long walk. Wine was one of his many passions. He loved to come home from work and enjoy a glass of wine and a cigar out on the balcony.

John is survived by his sister Linda (Willie) in Ontario, niece Kira in Ontario, nephew Greg in Ontario, and his brother Michael (Jennie) in Beaver Bank, Nova Scotia.

John was predeceased by his parents John Simser and Edna Simser (Francis).

In lieu of flowers, the family welcome donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation in John’s name.

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Michael

We are so sorry for the loss of your brother John. May you find peace and comfort in those who care about

Love

Sister-in-Law Donna and family

~ Donna Sieniewicz

Dear Michael

I was sorry to hear of your bother's passing. I know with Jennie by your side you will make it through these sad times.

Love

Sister-in-Law Pat and family

~ Patrica Karsten

Mike

Sorry for the loss of your brother, John. I never meet him but he looks like he was a fun guy. I remember the story that went with this picture.

Wade your Brother-in-Law

~ Wade Brennan

Grandpa

James, Lilly and I are so very sorry about the loss of your brother. When we were in Nova scotia and you pulled out the photo album of you and your brother growing up, it seemed strange to remember that you were young once ha ha, We are thinking of you and grandma at this time.

All our love

JennieLee, James and Lilly

~ JennieLee Veniot

Dad

With Deepest Sympathy on the loss of your brother, John. I know from your stories you and Uncle John had a rocky relationship, but now is the time to just think about the good time.

All our love is with you and mom

James, Debbie, Tyler and Melissa

~ James Veniot

Linda - Gary and I are so sorry for your loss. I recall your little brother being always around when I was at your house when we were teenagers - felt like I was another sister, Our family had a lovely visit with him in Vancouver when the kids were little. Fond memories for sure. Thinking of you and the family. Love ya, Sheila & Gary ❣️

~ Sheila

So, sorry for your loss. I wish i could have got to know him.

Shirley and Joanne

~ Shirley Simser

Dear Linda & Michael; Was so sorry to hear of Johnnies passing. Much Love, Aunt Marg

~ Margaret Simser

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