Born in Calgary, Alberta on May 21, 1936, he leaves behind his loving wife, Anne, and is predeceased by his cherished first wife, Valerie, October 11, 2004.
Survived by: Son-John, Daughter-Susan (Stephen), Son-William (Heather and children, Matthew and Tom)
Step Son- David (Tanys and children, Sarah and Caitlyn), Step Daughter-Karen (and children, Paige and Chaise), Step Son-Paul (Shaunna and children, Sarah, Rebecca, Nicholas, William and Eric)
Brothers- Robert (Marion), Douglas (Lilly) and their families. John will be remembered as a loving father and grandfather who will be much missed by family, friends, colleagues and the Calgary and Victoria musical community. John served 35 years with the Canadian Armed Services with the PPCLI and with the Naden Band (1974-1985). As a gifted musician, John continued to share his love of music history through writing and publishing musical histories and discographies of note which chronicled Spike Jones, Billy May and the Naden Band. The Funeral Service will be held at First Memorial Funeral Services, 4725 Falaise Drive, Victoria on July 18, 2018 at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to either the MS Society or the Richmond Hospital.
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