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JOHN BURGOYNE June 11, 1948 August 21, 2012 It is with heavy hearts the family of John Michael Burgoyne of Beaconia, MB., formerly of Winnipeg announces his sudden passing at the Toronto General Hospital on August 21, 2012 due to complications following surgery. He was 64 years of age. John is survived by his wife Lana of 43 years, his son Michael (Alaina) of St. Albert, AB, his daughters Allison Mycko (Alex) of Devon, AB, and Jacqueline (Rick Gordon) of Winnipeg, his four beloved grandchildren Aden, Mason, Ashley and Jada, his brother-in-law Wayne Turner (Wendy), as well as many loving friends, family, nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his father Roderick in 1953, his mother Madeline in 1979, two sisters Mary-Lynne and Jocelyn in 2005, his brother Rod in 2006, two infant siblings John Matthew and Elise, his father-in-law Garfield Turner in 2004 and his mother-in-law Dorothy Turner in 2005. John attended St. Ignatius School then to Earl Grey where he met Lana. He went on to Kelvin High School then attended marketing courses at Red River College. In 1968 he was hired on at the Winnipeg Airport Emergency Service where he worked as a firefighter at the Winnipeg airport. In September John and Lana were married. They went on to have three wonderful children who gave him many years of pride and joy with their many achievements. After only one year at the airport John switched careers and began his lifelong love of the ceramic tile industry. John was an active member in several associations related to the industry and served CSC on both the Winnipeg and Edmonton Executives as both Chapter chair and Executive Director and in 1996 he was made a fellow of the Winnipeg Chapter. He enjoyed being a longtime member of the Connections Cafe committee and Committee Chair of the annual golf tournament where he enjoyed the company of many lifelong friends and business associates. Johns' official retirement from the industry came after many successful years in management in the business for which he was so passionate and knowledgeable. John and Lana retired to their home at Island Beach near Beaconia. There are few people in the area whose lives remain untouched by his. He was the kind of man who loved to help others by doing whatever he could to lighten their load. His wisdom and wit will hold unforgettable and comforting memories to those he touched. John was an avid golfer and was always proud to tell stories of his great Uncles who were golf pros and course architects and shadowed his Uncle Bill Thompson who was pro in Brandon during his teen years. John also loved to watch football, particularly NFL. Once retired Johns' passion moved on to his winter car trips to Mexico where he was able to establish the route to a new destination in his beloved Mexico each winter. He loved the culture and color of the Mexican people and all that he encountered on the road in between until a safe passage home was reached, then on to the plan for next year. John was diagnosed with mesothelioma in March of 2011. He completed his chemo only for the cancer to come back in the spring of 2012. John remained positive, upbeat and never lost his determination to continue on with life. His courage, strength and love will forever live in our hearts. In June of 2012 he and Lana went to Toronto for surgery in the hopes of having an opportunity for another many years together with an acceptable quality of life. Complications set in and John lost his fight to cancer on August 21, 2012. Thanks go out to the Thorasic doctors at HSC and CancerCare MB, thank you to the chemo team at Selkirk General Hospital. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to Cancer Care MB, or Selkirk District General Hospital in John's name. Heartfelt thanks go out to the entire thorasic team at Toronto General Hospital, the compassionate and caring professional staff of the step-down unit and the MSICU. To help John continue his fight against asbestos, please consider a donation to the Toronto General Hospital Foundation at 200 Elizabeth Street, Toronto, ON, M5G 2C4 in his memory. At John's request there will be no formal service. The family will be gathering to celebrate his life at a later date. Cremation has taken place. May God grant him eternal peace
Publish Date: Sep 1, 2012
JOHN BURGOYNE It is with heavy hearts and great sadness the family announces the sudden passing of John Michael Burgoyne, husband of Lana, on August 21, 2012, following a courageous battle with cancer. Cremation has taken place. Full obituary to follow in next Saturdays paper.
Publish Date: Aug 25, 2012
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 01, 2012
Condolences & Memories (25 entries)
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Lana, just came across this as I am coming to Winnipeg in a couple of weeks and was looking up family members. So sorry for your loss. I remember all the good times growing up with you and John. Dinners at your mom and dad's with Annie and Charlie. Dad passed away June 3, 2016 and mom (Moira) March 23, 2019. My thoughts and prayers will be with you always. - Posted by: Lesley Nixon (Cousin ) on: Jun 04, 2019
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I just came across this obituary tonight... years late. John was always kind and helpful. I really missed him after he retired. He made my work so much more enjoyable for so many years. I miss you John. Peace to your family. - Posted by: Tom Dojack (Friend) on: Sep 17, 2017
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I am sorry that I failed you. I am grateful for your companionship, friendship, guidance and strength. You are missed dearly by us and will never be forgotten. Again I apologize. - Posted by: anonymous (friend) on: Apr 13, 2014
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John was such an amazing person. When I started in the tile industry; fresh from red river college, he helped me understand the industry and helped me anyway he could. He was the biggest mentor for me. John will be missed always and I will never forget all the advice given by him. What a special person he was. - Posted by: Cat (Co-worker) on: May 20, 2013
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Lana and Family so sorry to hear of your loss. Ran into Carlos and was so surprised to hear the sad news. Our thoughts are with you and the family. - Posted by: Gene & Dianne LaVallee (Friend & Former Associate) on: Oct 07, 2012
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Dear Lana, Mike and family, We were very saddened to hear the news of John's passing. Our thoughts and prayers for strength and courage are with you and your family at this difficult time. We were fortunate when John came out of retirement several years ago to work with our Julian Winnipeg staff - supplying them his expertise and knowledge and we will always be grateful. On behalf of your colleagues and friends at Julian Tile, our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you all. Rose & Renato Baldo Julian Tile Inc. - Posted by: Rose & Renato Baldo (Friend and business associate) on: Sep 12, 2012
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Dear Lana: We are so sorry to hear of John's passing. We still speak with pride of the tile he helped us choose for our beautiful kitchen and bathroom and how we regretted leaving it upon our move to Vancouver. Our most sincere condolences, to you and your family, Lana. John & Doris Arabsky - Posted by: Doris & John Arabsky (Lana's co-worker at Boeing) on: Sep 07, 2012
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Words, however kind, can't mend your heartache, but those who care and share your loss wish you comfort and peace of mind. May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.. Franco Felicella and family - Posted by: Franco Felicella () on: Sep 06, 2012
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Lana, We are very sorry to hear of John's passing. This is a difficult time for you and your family and our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with you and your family. May time and good memories bring comfort. - Posted by: Ray and Sue Hilton (Lana's cousin) on: Sep 06, 2012
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Dear Lana and Family, We are sorry to hear of John's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Bev and Barry Hilton - Posted by: Bev and Barry Hilton () on: Sep 05, 2012
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He was always there, bringing common sense into the unknowable daily management activities, sharing his perspective and adding lighthearted remarks at tense times. Lana, it has been some time since those days, but John will remain with us all. As his surviving spouse, you give him the greatest gift possible. - Posted by: Peter Collier (CoWorker - Ames) on: Sep 05, 2012
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Michael, Lana, & Family - I was very saddened to hear of the passing of my friend John, and I wish to offer my sincere condolences. In my 28 years in the tile industry, John is truly one of my favorite, of the many friends I have made. Always a gentleman with a quick smile, and whose company I always enjoyed. May he rest in peace knowing his many friends were privileged to know him. - Posted by: Mike Boldt (Business & Friend) on: Sep 05, 2012
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I am terribly sorry to hear of John's passing and my condolences to you and family Lana. John and I go back to high school days and had many great times together. I remember when he first saw you in the stair way during class change at Earl Gray, he just had to meet you and was in love. I remember riding on the bus with you once to Kelvin and of course we talked about John. I really regret not having seen him again after those days. - Posted by: Paul Cloutier (Old Friend) on: Sep 04, 2012
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Dear Lana and Family We are so sorry to hear of John's passing. We have lots of good memories of fun summers at Beaconia with John and you. - Posted by: JP & Emily Poitras () on: Sep 04, 2012
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Lana: I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. - Posted by: Bonnie Buhler (Telford) (School acquaintance) on: Sep 04, 2012
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Wow this is such sad news! My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the whole family. I had the pleasure of working for John for 9 years in the 80/90s. John played a major influence in my life and although we had drifted apart, I still considered him mentor and friend. Lana and Michael please feel free to contact me should you need anything! Peace and love KL - Posted by: Kerry LeBlanc (Friend) on: Sep 03, 2012
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Dear Lana and family: We are so sorry to hear of John's death. Our thoughts and well wishes are with you at this very sad time. - Posted by: Ivadell & Bob Mengering (Lana's cousin) on: Sep 02, 2012
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Lana and Family I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have many great memories of you and John when I was growing up. Cathy Burke - Posted by: Cathy Burke (cousin) on: Sep 02, 2012
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John was a great guy . He was always someone I could go to , to get info on any tiling question I had . In all the years I knew him at Ames Bros and then Peerless he always had a smile on his face . To his family . I am sorry for your loss . - Posted by: Carlo Macario (Business) on: Sep 01, 2012
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We are very sorry to hear of Johns passing - Posted by: Brian Sheryle Roberts (cousin to Lana) on: Sep 01, 2012
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I first met John in the early 1970's after beginning my own career in the flooring industry. I remember him for his great smile, easy temperament and endless patience no matter what the circumstances. John exemplified the very best in the industry and proved to be a great role model for me and many others. A rare and genuine individual, he will be missed. - Posted by: Jeff Braid (Business Associate (customer)) on: Aug 31, 2012
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We are so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. - Posted by: Ed Crellin & Donna Byrne (friend & neighbour Island Beach) on: Aug 29, 2012
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Lana, Michael and family, We were saddened to hear about John's passing. I had the privilege of dealing with him over the years in business and I found him to be a man of integrity who was very kind and always had a smile on his face. My wife, Jeannie, and I also enjoyed the times we played baseball together. John will be greatly missed by many and we hope the memories you have of him will bring you comfort in your time of sorrow. - Posted by: Jeannie and Kai Taylor (Business) on: Aug 29, 2012
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Dear Lana & Family - May God give you strength in this most trying time. I have known John since the early '80's and not only was he a good friend but also a well respected associate in the tile industry. David Thompson - Posted by: David Thompson (Friend & former associate) on: Aug 27, 2012
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Dear Lana We are so sorry to hear of John's passing. Sending our love and thoughts of sympathy, Bob and Elinor - Posted by: Bob and Elinor Morris (Lana's couisin) on: Aug 26, 2012