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JOHN (JACK) ARCHIBALD MCTAGGART
Born: Apr 02, 1928
Date of Passing: May 20, 2026
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOHN (JACK) ARCHIBALD MCTAGGART
It is with great sadness we announce that on May 20, 2026, dad passed away comfortably at home with full control of his destiny just as he had all his life. Surrounded by family, dad made his final flight.
Jack was born on April 2, 1928, to Elsie (McMillan) and Roy McTaggart in Fort Frances Ontario, the second of four sons.
Jack’s life journey led him from Fort Frances to Winnipeg, Atikokan, Rainy River and finally back to Winnipeg for his remaining years.
Jack will be greatly missed by sons John (Debbie), and Roy (Betty Ann); grandchildren Christie, Laura, Claudia and Tracy; great-grandchildren Char Lee, Alexis, Braden, Abigail, Isabella, Emily, Grayson and Colton; and stepchildren Brian (Donna), Karen (Brian), Wendy (David), Carla (David), Bruce.
A celebration of life will bell held on June 13, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., at Concordia Village, 1115 Molson St., Winnipeg, Mb.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers that donations be made to Concordia Wellness c/o Concordia Foundation at:
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 23, 2026
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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It was my good fortune to meet Jack when he and Bud Dickson started “Canoe Canada” in Atikokan. He was our “godfather” and decided to sell his shares to me …. when I had nothing but enthusiasm. He steered us through those early years and I owe him everything. Jack was the epitome of Canadian entrepreneurship. He showed that in “McTaggarts” and “Canoe Canada”. I was lucky enough to keep in touch with him through his later years. We shared an interest in airplanes and even when his eyesight failed, he was still sharp as a tack. I will remember his voice and hearty chuckle . I have always admired Jack so much. He led a great life and will be in my heart forever. - Posted by: Jim Clark (Friend and business partner) on: May 25, 2026
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Great uncle Jack lived up to that title, as far as I'm concerned. I always enjoyed our visits, few as they were (especially in more recent years), but I was really happy we got to share a family brunch while passing through Winnipeg a couple years ago. You'll be missed, Jack. You were one of the good ones. - Posted by: Stu McCuaig (Great nephew, if that's a thing.) on: May 25, 2026
