John was born in Liverpool in 1933, and had many tales to share about growing up in those times. Including retrieving unexploded bombs in a borrowed baby pram!
In the early 1970’s, John and wife, Julie, moved to North Vancouver and settled in Lynn Valley, where they were active members of St. Clements Anglican Church for more than fifty years.
Always a great story-teller and lover of laughter, John helped create many merry memories at St Clements, and amongst his family, neighbors and colleagues. He is remembered by all for his loving spirit and his self-deprecating, infectious wit.
John remained a staunch supporter of Liverpool FC his whole life. And on his final morning on this plain, he waited until hearing the news that Liverpool had won their match before saying his final good-byes.
Leaving us all, in true John Boardman style, with a fabulous story to tell.
John is remembered and honoured with love by Julie and children Paul, Lynne, and Kevin along with their families including Donna, Richard and Tracy, and 7 devoted grandchildren – Zoe, Leah, Ben, Tobias, Alexander, Ava and Elizabeth.
A service will be held at St. Clement’s Anglican Church on Institute Road in Lynn Valley at 1PM on October 12th.
“And so he came safe to Aslan’s country and is alive there to this day.”
C.S. Lewis, Voyage of the Dawn Treader
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.firstmemorialnorthvancouver.com for the Boardman family.
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