JOHN IRELAND

Condolences & Memories (6 entries)

• To Alice and family. I just found out today Nov 1 of your loss. I am in shock at the news that John had passed away. I first met John when I started working with him iin East St. Paul in 1986. I learned so much from him. He was a man that I tried to model myself after. I have so many memories of Police calls that we went on together and he demonstrated professionalism, kindness and compassion to everyone he came into contact with both on and off duty.He was also the toughest man I have ever known and he gained the respect of the "good guys and the bad guys" alike. There is not a day that he didn't speak about Alice, his children and grandchildren. Family was absolutely the most important thing to him. John was the person who taught me how to fish and I remember well the fishing trips we went on. John and I had many conversations pver a cup of coffee . I enjoyed so much the stories of the old days. I was always amazed at his taxidermist skills. I still have some of his taxidermy work hanging up in my cottage and a carved wooden bird that John had given me as a gift. I will always cherish that as a gift of friendship. I am so proud to have known John and I am a better person because of him. I have so many more memories of John but I am having a hard time right now with the news. Needless to say. I miss John tremendously and the world lost a "great person" To Alice and family, please accept my sincerest condolences. Norman and Roseline Carter - Posted by: Norman Carter (Friend and Co wprker) on: Nov 02, 2015

• Our deepest sympathies to Alice, and family. I have many fond memories of time spent with John. - Posted by: Robert Schnerch (Family Friend) on: Oct 12, 2015

• John was a great man who loved his Family very much. He will be missed by all and will be forever loved by all that knew him. Rest in Peace Bill and Arlene Moar - Posted by: Bill And Arlene Moar (Friends of the Family) on: Oct 12, 2015

• We are sorry for your great loss, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. - Posted by: Sherrie and Les Trojanoski & family (Family of Terry & Brenda Rairie) on: Oct 12, 2015

• Our deepest sympathies aunty Alice, and family. Our thoughts, prayers and love are sent your way, at this very sad time! Uncle Johnny was one of my favourite uncles! Although our families didn't see each other often over the years, I will always remember a kind, gentle giant who was funny and great to his kids and his nieces and nephews! You will be missed by many, which is evident from the kind and loving words that have been used to pay tribute to you! It's very sad that you had to leave your loving family, but I'm sure they are feeling blessed that you are in no pain.... Go fish ❤️ - Posted by: Cheryl and Brent Dubray and family (Uncle Johnny and great uncle Johnny ) on: Oct 10, 2015

• My sincerest condolences. An angel got his wings. It was an honor to have met such a beautiful soul. May he rest in peace. - Posted by: Amber (Family friend) on: Oct 10, 2015