JOHN EDWARD CAINE

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JOHN EDWARD CAINE Peacefully, in the presence of family, John (Jack) passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2013 at age 88. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Iris. He is survived by his daughters Wendy and Pamela (Larry); grandchildren Clinton (Laura), Sean (Renée), Ryan (Jen), and Eric; great-grandchildren Destiny, Anthony, Alexis, Taylor, Adelynn, Olivia, and Everett; brother Terry (Addy); sister Patricia (Gord), sister-in-law June; nieces Alanna (Ed), Maureen (Aaron), and Alicia who John regarded as a daughter, and numerous extended family. Jack was born on December 27, 1924 in St. James on Queen Street. He enlisted at the age of 17 with the RCAF and valiantly fought as a tail gunner in Lancaster and Sunderland aircrafts during the Second World War. After the war he met and married Iris Clark, the love of his life. They were happily married for 62 years and proudly raised their two daughters and watched their families grow. Jack enjoyed photography, was an avid gardener, and an accomplished artist, having created heirloom paintings for his family. Jack's life and loving memories will be celebrated privately by his family and friends. The family would like to extend their sincerest thanks to the staff at The Victoria General Hospital for the exceptional care Jack received, especially five south ward. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name to Veterans Canada.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 13, 2013