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JOHN (JACK) GOODFELLOW (GRANDPA JACK)
Born: Feb 03, 1928
Date of Passing: Mar 16, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOHN (JACK) GOODFELLOW (GRANDPA JACK) With profound sadness the family announces the passing of Jack Goodfellow on March 16, 2014 at home at the age of 86. Jack spent the day with his family and peacefully passed away in the evening with his wife Jean at his side. Jack was born February 3, 1928 in Fort William, Ontario. He married Jean McMaster in 1948 and celebrated their 65th Wedding Anniversary on October 9, 2013. They had five children from 1949 through to 1958. Jack was employed with Libby's from 1956 to 1985. In 1964 he was transferred to Winnipeg. This was a huge undertaking for Jack and Jean with five kids in tow. It was early on in this move that they realized settling in Transcona was the ideal location to raise their family. Jack and Jean have 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren and have been very active in all their lives. They always felt so very fortunate to have the majority of them living close by. Very seldom did a day go by that they didn't have someone dropping in for a visit. Jack and Jean had a way of making everyone feel welcome. Jack loved music. If you were lucky enough to drop in at the right time you were serenaded and maybe even got to see a few dance moves. Jack had a cheerful disposition and loved to tell jokes. He took great pleasure in making people laugh. His greatest pride and joy were his grandkids. He loved them all so very much and it was evident that they loved him equally! Jack took every opportunity to let each and everyone in his family know how much he loved them. In his younger years Jack was in Air Cadets. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias of Fort William, Ontario, holding various ranks over the years. He loved playing baseball and continued to play until the move to Winnipeg in 1964. As he got older his interests became bowling, curling, darts and bingo. Jack was predeceased by his mother Alice Harrower, stepfather Jim Harrower, father Don Goodfellow, and in-laws Cora and Ran McMaster. Jack's family takes great comfort in knowing he is reunited with his Aunt Bessie and Uncle Bob Elvish. He is survived by his wife Jean, a true blessing in his life and will be dearly missed by son Don and Iris, son Bob and Deb, daughter Bev and Art Pitre, daughter Deb and Glenn Moore, and daughter Cathy Nykoluk and Richard Mueller; grandchildren Lana (Bill), Mick, Nicole (Danny), Sandee (Chris), Brad (Marnie), Dan, Jeff (Amber), Sharla (Alexi), Reg (Julieth), Bryan, Ashley, Tom (Jenna) and Mike, and great-grandchildren Brandon, Myles, Jason, Kyess, Kenna, Asher, Braylon, Jack, Myelle, Hudson, Josie and Isla. Also surviving Jack is sister Erva (Jerry) Zager, sister-in-law Dolly Bailey all of Thunder Bay, Ontario and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Sincere thanks to Dr. P. Daeninck and his colleagues for their guidance and expertise over these past two and one half years. Special thanks to Dr. Marc Frechette. Jack always looked forward to his appointments and the shared humour over the years. His kindness and concern are greatly appreciated. In lieu of flowers, if you so desire, please make a donation to the charity of your choice. Please join us for an informal gathering of family and friends to celebrate Jack's life on Wednesday, March 26, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at The Canad Inns, West Ballrooms B and C, 826 Regent Avenue West, Winnipeg. "Remember, who loves you?" "You do Dad" We love you too Kcaj Wollefdoog! Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204-982-7550
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 22, 2014
Condolences & Memories (16 entries)
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Jack was like a brother to Bill. They were in school together and used go out on the town. We have so many great memories of Jack at camp on Lake Superior. We played lots of cards and ever so many other games. We both will remember the many New Year's parties with much laughter and jokes and stories. Bill often talks about the night the two of them went to the CLE and saw "Stella by Starlight". It evidently was the big show that night. God Bless you Jack and you know who loved you. We will miss you a lot. Do hope Jean and the families are doing well. Jack was a great man and loved by many. Margret and Bill, longtime friends for 60 yrs. - Posted by: Margaret & Bill Crowe (Dear friends for over 60yrs.) on: Mar 26, 2014
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Debbie, so sorry to hear about your dad passing away. My condolences to you and your family. - Posted by: Bev McNamara (neighbour of Debbie & Glenn ) on: Mar 26, 2014
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I have a lot of fond memories of Jack, when ever Jack and Jean were at my parents there was always a lot of loud laughter. His friendship with my parents will never be forgotten and he will be missed. My condolences Jean and the entire family. - Posted by: Pam Welsh (Long time family friend) on: Mar 24, 2014
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Our prayers and thoughts are with Jean and her family. Jack's kindness and enthusiasim for life and laughter will be missed. - Posted by: Rick & Ingrid Fredette (Neighbour) on: Mar 24, 2014
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Our sincerest condolences go out to the whole Goodfellow family. "Remember the laughter..it'll get you through" Cathy. Thinking of you all.. Bev and Dan Paukovic - Posted by: Bev and Dan Paukovic ((Friends of Cathy Nykoluk)) on: Mar 23, 2014
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Bev, Iris and families. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and all your family. Our thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Carol & Glenn Chudley (friend) on: Mar 23, 2014
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We lived beside Jack and Jean Goodfellow and family for over 20 years. I remembered he worked at Libby's because we always got dented cans of beans! He liked my mom's Boiled Raisin cookies, so he always got a dozen or more whenever she made them. He always made us laugh and gave us Halloween candy even when we were too old to be "Trick or Treating". He was a great man and he will be missed dearly. Rest in Peace Jack. Love from the Berglind's - Posted by: Bonnie Berglind (Friend and former neighbour in Transcona) on: Mar 23, 2014
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RIP Jack. OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH JEAN AND HER FAMILY AT THIS TIME. I WORKED WITH JEAN AT "THE BAY" AND ENJOYED MY TIME WITH HER. HOPEFULLY WE WILL GET TOGETHER THIS SUMMER. TAKE CARE. DOUG & JUDY - Posted by: Doug & Judy Walton () on: Mar 22, 2014
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I am very sad to hear of Mr. Goodfellow's passing. I grew up next door to them and have many fond memories of him. They had a spare key to the house and I needed to knock on the door on many an occasion and he would always have a joke or story to tell. I spent lots of time at their house visiting and spending time with some of his grandkids that I went to school with also. I am sending my thoughts and prayers to Mrs. Goodfellow and the rest of the family at this time. - Posted by: Wendy Robinson (Old Neighbour) on: Mar 22, 2014
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All my best to your family. He must have been a great guy if his kids are his example and a such a wonderful legacy . - Posted by: mike robson (friend of Don and Bob) on: Mar 22, 2014
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I was so sad to hear of Jack's passing. He was a dear friend and neighbour of ours in Thunder Bay. My mom and dad (Jessie & Hank Blais) spent many hours with Jack and Jean....I remember lots of laughter and support for each other. Jack always called me Doowa because Deb and Cathy pronounced my name that way. Jack always had a smile on his face and a joke to tell. He was the type of person that you wanted to be around. Al (my husband) and I would like to extend our deepest condolences to Jean and all the family. He will be sorely missed. Donna & Al - Posted by: Donna Patterson ( nee Blais ) (Friend) on: Mar 22, 2014
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MY CONDOLENCES TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY JACK WILL BE SADLY MISSED HIS 'LITTLE JOHNNY ' JOKES WILL BE FOREVER ETCHED IN MY MIND - Posted by: MARY LUCHIK (NEIGHBOR) on: Mar 22, 2014
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So many fond memories of Jack, his humour and his great friendship with my parents. He never overlooked the kids around him and I am not surprised that he was a outstanding grandfather. Sympathies to Jean and all the family. - Posted by: Janice Lidstone (family friend) on: Mar 22, 2014
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My deepest condolences to Grandma Jean and the family. Always remember the love and laughter. A little bit of Grandpa Jack lives in you all. - Posted by: Charlene Giesbrecht (Mother of Brandon & Jason, great grandsons) on: Mar 22, 2014
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We were very sorry to hear about Grandpa Jack. Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. Know that you are all blessed to have so many wonderful memories and that a guardian angel is looking down on the Goodfellow family. - Posted by: Kim and Al Suggitt (friends of Lana) on: Mar 22, 2014
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I always enjoyed Jack`s company and specially his zest for life...He was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather... and you could tell that from the way the family always responded to his little antics whenever there was a get-together...To Jean and the family, my sincerest condolences. - Posted by: Phil Pitre (Friend od the family) on: Mar 22, 2014
