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JOHN ERROLL DONETZ
Born: Jun 29, 1954
Date of Passing: Jul 16, 2022
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JOHN ERROLL DONETZ
Unexpectedly on July 16, 2022, on the dock at his beloved cottage, John Erroll Donetz, passed away. John was born June 29, 1954 in Winnipeg; and spent his school years in Stoney Mountain, Stonewall and the University of Manitoba.
John had a very diverse career as a scientist. He was a professional biologist with over 45 years experience across the vast landscape of Canada; from uranium mines in northern Newfoundland to the SkyTrain in Vancouver.
John loved life, particularly his life. He loved spending time with his friends, family and community. He had a passion for music. During parties, he was often with a guitar or at a piano spending the evening entertaining everyone with his favourite tunes.
John will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 40 years, Marni; their children, Xan, Kate and Jane Donetz; brother Neil Donetz; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and too many friends to mention. Predeceased are his mom and dad, Jack and Elsie Donetz.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 23, 2022
Condolences & Memories (13 entries)
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I knew John as I was growing up. I dated his brother Neil and am shocked to hear of his passing. My heart goes out to Neil and the loss of his beloved family. I truly loved his mom and dad and so sorry, Neil, for your extreme loss. My thoughts are with you. Belated, I know, but just learned of this. - Posted by: Jan Murrat (Friennd) on: Dec 10, 2022
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Neil, very sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. It seems your family has suffered so many losses lately. I hope you are all okay. Jan - Posted by: Jan Holdaway (Friend) on: Sep 03, 2022
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So sorry to hear the sad news…Sincere condolences to you and your family - Posted by: Joe (Coworker) on: Aug 17, 2022
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Condolences to you and your your family Marni...sorry for you loss - Posted by: John Paul Emunu (Colleague to wife) on: Aug 17, 2022
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So sorry to hear this shocking news Marni. Neil was my best friend growing up in Stony Mountain and John was almost like a little brother to me. I have many good memories of John. Most of all I remember his laugh and his smile, which he wore constantly. My sincere condolences to you, Xan, Kate and Jane - Posted by: Hal Ryckman (Friend) on: Jul 28, 2022
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Condolences to you and yours, Marni. - Posted by: Paul Pelletier (Old neighbor ) on: Jul 26, 2022
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Our condolences and deepest sympathy. - Posted by: Wendy Pilcher (nee Snell) (Community neighbour) on: Jul 25, 2022
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So sorry to hear of John's passing. My sincere condolences Marni to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Sharon Clark (co worker) on: Jul 25, 2022
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I always enjoyed his many stories and warm greetings each time I met up with him. John will be missed by the many people he crossed paths with. - Posted by: Russ Schmidt (Friend and colleague) on: Jul 25, 2022
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Dear Marni Xan Kaitlyn Jane Cousin Neil & Family, we are so saddened by the loss of John. He will always be in our hearts & we loved him so very much & always will. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him in so many ways. We love you all & are praying that you be blessed with peace and comfort & with many beautiful memories. Love Carole Cheryl & Glen (Wanda) Nestie - Posted by: Carole & Cheryl Nestie (Cousins) on: Jul 24, 2022
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I'm sorry to hear of John's passing away! HUGS to you Marni and my sincere condolences to your children! So sad!!! - Posted by: Rose Anne Burdeny (Coworker of Marni's ) on: Jul 24, 2022
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Dear Marni and family, I was so sorry to hear about John. Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. To this day, whenever I think of John, the MacLean and MacLean parody of “I’ve been everywhere man…” comes to mind. I recall many a happy night being entertained by him. (I think he was the only musical one among us.) He will be missed. Sending virtual hugs, Anne - Posted by: Anne Millar (Friend) on: Jul 23, 2022
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I have known John since 1964 when they moved to Stony Mtn.. will dearly miss them as they were close friends with John and my brother Jim. Sorry for your loss. - Posted by: william dewitt (good friends) on: Jul 23, 2022