JOHN A. GREEN

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JOHN A. (JACK) GREEN March 31, 1937 - June 19, 2015 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of John A. (Jack) Green wonderful husband, father, grandad, brother and uncle. His legacy is remembered by Heather, his loving wife of 52 years; his daughter Judi (Barry) and sons John (Kristen) and Jason (Laura); his brother Howard (Ilma), and the sparks of his life, grandchildren Taylor, Kyson, Emma and James as well as his numerous nieces and nephews. Jack was predeceased by his mother Lerra, father George, brothers Bill and Bobby, and sisters Velma and Betty. Jack was born in Espanola, Ontario and moved to Red Lake in 1949 at the age of 12 years old. He worked in the family commercial fishing business alongside his father and brothers until attending the Halibury Schools of Mines graduating in 1960. Returning to Red Lake Jack worked in the Campbell Mine, eventually becoming a shift boss, until 1967 when he and Heather decided to move to Thunder Bay for Jack to complete his Geography Degree at Lakehead University. Jack's desire at that time was to be a teacher. Upon completion of his degree in 1970 Jack returned to Red Lake to help his ailing father for one summer, that was 45 years ago. Jack worked with his younger brother Bobby transitioning the business from their father, taking an already successful commercial fishing and airways company, and growing it to become an important Red Lake business. The business operates under the banner of the Family name - Green Airways and Green's Fly-In Camps. Jack was active in the business to his last day, the only way he would have it. Jack's love of family was evident from the time he met Heather in 1961 and they had their three children. The last 10 years Jack was blessed with four grandchildren whom he loved deeply and were an inspiration to help him through his many health issues. Jack lived life to the fullest and tackled everything with determination. He was certainly known by more than one person as the type of man who worked hard and played hard. His unwavering commitment to his family has instilled a love and dedication which has been passed down through his lineage to his grandchildren. In his younger years Jack was an avid athlete which fostered his support of local sports teams in the Red Lake area. Hunting and fishing was Jack's business but also provided for some of his most enjoyable memories with family and friends. Jack's sense of fairness, tremendous dedication, unwavering work ethic and deep respect for others will be missed. Respect was one of Jack's highly held values. A fitting testament to his character being that he was and will always be, respected by many in his life and community. Jack will be sadly missed, especially by his loving, dedicated wife Heather, always standing by his side. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 27 at 2:00 p.m., Red Lake Royal Canadian Legion, with Pastor Keith Graber officiating. A private interment will follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, Jack has requested that donations be made to the Canadian Blood Services especially in the form of blood donation. Monetary donations can be made through Herold Funeral Home, Box 237, Red Lake, ON P0V 2M0. You can rest now Jack (Dad), you have earned it.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 25, 2015