John Anthony Golob passed away peacefully on Friday, March 4th in his 89th year. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Lois, and by his sons, Barry (Linda), Randy (Tricia) and Gregory (Patricia Rocco). He will be missed by his grandchildren, Justin, Rachel and Ken, Leah and Cary, and Bianca (Mike Clark), Dominic and Alexei. He leaves behind great granddaughters Aisling and Payten. He is survived by sisters-in-law, Eleanor Reid (Wayne) and Mary Farr (Wayne), and brother-in-law, Doug Farr (Liz). John was predeceased by his parents Anton and Edna Golob and sisters, Gwen DeCampo (Lou) and Audrey Boisvert (Marcel).
John retired as Superintendent in the Foundry Division at General Motors in St. Catharines. He was a member of the Garden City Lodge #616 and the Grantham Lodge #697. In 2001, John was inducted as a Grand Steward of the Grand Lodge of Ontario. He was an active member of the St. Catharines and District Shrine Club. In his youth, John’s passions were rowing and football. In later years, he enjoyed squash, competitive running, and working out at the gym. He was a long standing member of the Fitness Club of White Oaks. John looked forward each winter to vacationing in Mexico, and coming home to his garden each spring. Family gatherings, especially during the holidays, were very important to him. He relished his time at home, and spent many hours grilling on the barbecue, and lounging on the patio.
A special thanks to the entire Staff at the NHS St. Catharines 3rd floor Oncology ward for their special care and comfort.
Cremation has taken place. John has been laid to rest at Niagara Lakeshore Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held on June 26th from 1 to 4 pm at Club LaSalle in St. Catharines.
If desired, memorial contributions can be made to the St. Catharines and District Shrine Club or the Niagara Health Foundation Palliative Care St. Catharines.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.HulseandEnglish.com for the Golob family.
