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JOHN JOSEPH PATRICK LAVERY

Born: Jul 03, 1946

Date of Passing: Oct 21, 2018

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JOHN JOSEPH PATRICK LAVERY It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Lavery on October 21, 2018, peacefully in the home of his daughter, after a long three year battle with cancer. John is survived by his wife Beth, daughter Jennifer (Rod), son Sean (Kristen), stepchildren, Curtis (Chantel) and Samantha, grandchildren, Brittany (Aaron), Jessica, Emily, Kaitlyn, Gabrielle, Alexis and Lochlan, and great-grandchildren, Charlotte, Seth and Ariel. John was born on July 3, 1946 in London, England and grew up in the town of Newry, County Down, Northern Ireland. In 1956 at the age of nine, he along with is parents, Murtagh and Kathleen Lavery and sister Bernadette immigrated to Canada. They settled in Winnipeg on Oxford Street in River Heights and a few years later, his sister Moira was born. In 1969 John became the proud father of Jennifer and Sean in 1972. John created his own plumbing agency from the ground up, J. L. Sales which quickly made him a very important part of Winnipeg's business community. He was lucky enough to have a beautiful cottage at Falcon Lake to enjoy family time. He found happiness again with his wife Beth later in life and spent his final years between Toronto, Falcon Lake and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Our thanks to Dr. Piotr Czaykowski and the staff at CancerCare Manitoba for their support. Thank you to palliative care and Thomson Funeral Home for their sensitivity and caring in our time of need. Cremation has taken place and he will be returned to the place that brought him much peace, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. A small and intimate Irish wake will take place in the home of his daughter Jennifer on Friday, October 26 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. For details please contact Sean Lavery at seanlavery0312@gmail.com or 204-479-4260. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you think of someone who you love and have lost touch with, and take the time to reach out to them.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 25, 2018

Condolences & Memories (10 entries)

  • I just read about John's passing today. I was John's best man at his wedding. We met the week he moved to Winnipeg and were close friends until I moved to California in 1969. John and I spent 100's of hours planning our life with big dreams and master plans. We had planned a tentative trip to Puerta Vallarta but never heard back. Childhood friends can not be replaced. My memories of our childhood will never go away but I am very sorry that work got in the way of spending time in recent years with John, a big part of my growing up in Winnipeg. I loved the kindness his parents and family showed me. Ray Gervais - Posted by: Ray Gervais (Childhood best friend) on: May 21, 2020

  • We just heard about the passing of our dear friend. May you Rest In Peace John! You were a great neighbour who always helped us when needed and shared many great conversations with us! You worked hard in your life and were blessed with amazing children! Thinking and praying for you Beth as you move forward in life. - Posted by: Paul and Lori Howarth (Falcon Lake neighbours and friend) on: Mar 15, 2019

  • So sorry to hear of your Loss. John always knew how to make you look at the lighter side of things. He had a big heart, and would always greet with a smile and hug. I know how much John loved PV. God Bless, RIP John . - Posted by: Deb Thickett (Friend ) on: Oct 29, 2018

  • John, memories of you are as fresh as ever, and it is this EVER that will keep me in touch with you in the world of spirit. The song, I HAVE A DREAM, echoes through the chambers of my heart when I think of you; possibilities, challenges and most of all, relationship. Greet David and Gail for me in the world of spirit and love to you all. - Posted by: Carol Ann Gotch (dear friend of long standing) on: Oct 27, 2018

  • John will be missed by many. To his family I am so sorry for your loss. I know he is at peace without any pain. Many of us will miss his wisdom and his funny sense of humour. God Bless to Everyone. With Love A Long time friend Joan - Posted by: Joan (friend) on: Oct 25, 2018

  • DEAR JOHN, YOU HAVE BEEN A SUPER FRIEND, EMPLOYER, CONFIDANT. TEACHING ME TO BE GOOD IN SALES, SHOWING EXCITMENT FOR PRODUCT,, I AM STILL USING THOSE TOOLS TODAY. JOHN WHEN IN YOUR EMPLOY YOU TOOK ME TO PLACES I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD GO. OUR FRIENDSHIP HAS LASTED OVER 30 YEARS, I WILL MISS YOUR WITT AND KNOWLEDGE.& LOVING FRIENDSHIP......REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND, MAY GOD BLESS. TO BETH AND FAMILY OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY PS: JOHN RESERVE US A COUPLE OF CHAIRS IN THAT LARGE BLUE SKY...... - Posted by: DONALD & MARGERATE AND FAMILY (FRIENDS FOR LOTS OF YEARS) on: Oct 25, 2018

  • Sean, I am truely sorry for your loss. I first met John in 1981, when I first worked in retail and he used to call on us, we got along well and he was a very enjoyable person to talk to, always with a quick wit. I was fortunate enough to meet him again, by accident in Grand Forks and although we hadn't seen each other in some 30 years, he still remembered me. That's the type of man he was and I will never forget that. - Posted by: Lou Felicioni (Friend) on: Oct 25, 2018

  • John was an absolute wonderful human being. I had known John since 2006 and quite enjoyed chatting with him from time to time as well as visiting him and Beth at their condo in Puerto Vallarta. His humor and love of life will be dearly missed. - Posted by: Mike Machel (Friend) on: Oct 25, 2018

  • Deeply saddened to hear of the death of John Lavery. I knew John well as I also grew up on Oxford Street and attended St. Mary’s Academy with his sister Bernadette. Bernie and I were the best of pals and I have many wonderful memories of the family. Sincere condolences, Carole Giesbrecht (nee Teskey) - Posted by: Carole Giesbrecht nee Teskey (Friend) on: Oct 25, 2018

  • So sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We'll always remember fondly our time spent together in Puerto Vallarta. - Posted by: Allan Falk (Friend) on: Oct 25, 2018

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