Ferns, John "Jack" - Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, September 15, 2022, at the Age of 81. Jack was born on Oct 5, 1940, in Dublin Ireland. Predeceased by his loving wife of 47 Years Mary (Nee McBride) who passed away Monday, December 27, 2021.
Loving father of Ciara (Randy) adored grandfather of Ashley and soon to be great grandfather to Aidan Thomas.
Cherished brother of Ann Hassett of Tipperary, Jack is predeceased by his parents John, Eileen and brother Jim.
Jack will be sadly missed by his sister-in-law Rosie McBride (Belfast) and his many nieces and nephews in Ireland & USA.
Jack emigrated to Canada in 1968 from Dublin Ireland. A proud Canadian but forever an Irishman and true Dub at heart. This was displayed by his great love for anything Irish and the Irish Canadian Community. Upon his arrival in Canada, he joined his other family The Toronto Emeralds Soccer Team (Hail Hail). We also went on to become one of the founders of the Toronto St Patrick’s Parade and Chairman of many years. A proud member of the Dublin Canadian Association, and The Action Grosse Ile Committee becoming Irish Person of the year for his association. Jack also had a deep commitment to Republicanism and a United Ireland with his support of Friends of Sinn Fein.
Jack was a character who will be greatly missed by his many friends and loving family.
As a family we would like to thank Dr Edward Osborne, The staff at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville. Also, the Nurses and Psw’s from Paramed who helped us to care for Jack in his final weeks.
A Memorial Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2022, from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
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