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JOHN (JACK) MEIKLEJOHN
Date of Passing: Sep 27, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOHN (JACK) MEIKLEJOHN On Thursday, September 27, 2012, surrounded by the love of his four children, it is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Jack Meiklejohn at the age of 84 at Golden Links Care Home. Jack is survived by son John and his children Brooklyn and Breanne, and their mother Kim; son Ranny; daughter Elizabeth (Bert) and their children Madison and Megan; son Peter (Mary) and their children Aaron, Nick and Rachel; as well as his brother Ken (Isabel) and his sister Ishbel. Predeceased by his wife Mary of 51 years, his parents Mina and Sinclair, his brother George, and his sister Jean (Tom). Jack worked for the Winnipeg School Division as a caretaker and retired in 1990 with 18 years of service. Grandpa was so proud of all his kids and grandkids. Anyone who crossed paths with Jack would fall in love with him. He was so gentle, funny, and truly cared about everyone. He never complained about anything. He was always taking care of everyone but himself. He never had the letter I in his vocabulary, only the letter U . Jack enjoyed having his kids and grandkids at Winnipeg Beach. His favourite pass time was spent with his family and friends playing cards (Poker and/or crib). Jack and Mary with the kids would enjoy trips to Fargo and Grand Forks. They enjoyed getting back to the Motel for a shot of Crown Royal. Jack never met a person he couldn't make laugh. He touched the lives of all who knew him. His family was his greatest pride. Jack's kids, grandkids, family and friends were truly blessed to have such a wonderful person in their life. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. If the world had more people like our Dad, what a beautiful place it would be. He will live in our hearts forever. A huge Thank You to all the staff at Golden Links Care home for their wonderful care and support for the past six years. All of the staff made us feel like we were family and it is greatly appreciated. Thank You, God, for the time you gave us with our Dad and for taking him home with such gentle comfort. Funeral mass will take place at Holy Rosary, 510 River Ave, on Friday, October 5 with viewing at 1:00 p.m. followed by mass at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at St. Boniface Cemetery. Reception will take place at Desjardins Funeral Chapel, 357 DesMeurons Street. DESJARDINS 233-4949 1-888-233-4949 www.desjardinsfuneralchapel.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 03, 2012
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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I cared for Jack and his wife Mary for five years and every one of them was a pleasure. My condolences to the family of this wonderful man. - Posted by: Keri-Lynn Gaudet (Past caregiver of Jack and Mary's) on: Dec 01, 2013
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Our condolences to Jacks family. Your Dad was truely an amazing individual. Always joking and making everyone laugh. He was a pleasure to be with. Your Mom and Dad are together again an probably having the time of theit lives - Posted by: Joe and Pat Scott (Friend and former neighbour) on: Oct 13, 2012
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Our condolences go out to John, Ranny, Liz, and Peter & Mary, the grandkids, and extended family. We know you'll miss "Chunks", but now he'll be reunited with his beloved Mary. - Posted by: The Kaye Family (Friends of the family) on: Oct 05, 2012
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I never met Jack, but felt I knew him because of all the stories I heard over the years, which were numerous. I know that I missed knowing a wonderful human being. My condolences to the family for their great loss. - Posted by: Judi Broeska (Friend of Jack's daughter and family) on: Oct 04, 2012
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My condolences go out to John, Peter and Ranny and their sister at the loss of their father. I know their dad will be greatly missed. God Bless. - Posted by: Glen Ambrose (JMS co-worker) on: Oct 03, 2012
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Like so many others, I will remember cards at the cottage, Christmas at Morier, and shopping in Fargo. Thanks for making our family feel like part of yours Jack. - Posted by: Bill & Leslie Kellar (Family Friends) on: Oct 03, 2012
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Mr. Meikeljohn I can hear your laughter. We could hear your family laughing and laughing knowing someone was winning/losing at playing cards. To the Meikeljohn family, the healing will take time, but the memories last forever. - Posted by: Bev Hradowy( Zameruk) () on: Oct 03, 2012
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I remember when the Meiklejohn's had their cottage at Winnipeg Beach, they were our neighbours and they would play cards till the wee hours in the morning time. My family would laugh and say the Meiklejohn's are having a great time playing cards again. - Posted by: Jan Hosking (Cottage Neighbour) on: Oct 03, 2012
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I am sorry to hear of John's passing; I will always remember those days playing cards at Winnipeg Beach; he was such an amazing man; Condolences to the family; - Posted by: Marie Leclerc () on: Oct 03, 2012
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Sorry to hear of your loss Liz (and family) thinking of you during this difficult time. May all your memories bring you great comfort! - Posted by: Loreen (Friend) on: Oct 03, 2012
