It is with our deepest regret to announce the sudden passing of John A. Baptiste on March 1, 2018 at the Grey Nuns Hospital in Edmonton, AB. Born in Trinidad & Tobago, West Indies, he immigrated to Canada and settled in Fort McMurray with his wife; eventually making Edmonton his permanent residence in 1977. In addition, Mr. Baptiste was a member of The International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Lodge 146 for many years as a Welder.
He is survived by his wife Eileen, daughters Sharon, Susan and Shirley, along with his cousins Judy Graham (Laurie) in Calgary, Olive Andrews in Trinidad.
A viewing will be held Monday, March 12, 2018 at 10:30 am followed by a Funeral Service at 11:00 am at Hainstock’s Funeral Home, 9810-34 Avenue NW, Edmonton with interment at Rosehill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Diabetes Canada.