Condolence From: Anne Patterson
Condolence: Marilyn & family,
While we are saddened by Jack's passing, I hope you find solace in knowing how much he meant to so many people. My mother, Helen, thoroughly enjoyed her many years teaching with him in the Commercial department at LCVI. Her sentiments would be summed up with the words "He was the best!".
Please accept my sincere sympathy to all of you.
Saturday October 21, 2017
Condolence From: Barb Truax and family
Condolence: To Marilyn, John, Lori and family: Jack was a wonderful man - so accomplished in everything he did. He leaves a legacy in education and sports second only to his lovely family. As a living memorial to him we are
offering a memorial tree to be planted in his name. Our prayers are with you
Tuesday September 19, 2017
Condolence From: Dianne Davis
Condolence: Marilyn and Family:
I was shocked to hear of Jack's passing. I had not heard he was ill.
My sincere sympathy to you Marilyn and your family.
I always enjoyed conversations with Jack. He so loved to talk curling,golf, baseball and hockey. I also think back to days when we were all students at LCI. He was a fine man and will be missed.
Dianne
Monday September 11, 2017
Condolence From: Glen Wilson
Condolence: My sincerest sympathy to John, Susan and all the DeBois family at the loss of your father Jack.
Saturday September 09, 2017
Condolence From: Jeanette Wright
Condolence: Dear Marilyn, John, Susan and family,
Though I didn't know Jack well, he was a real gentleman. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Jeanette & Terry Wright
Wednesday September 06, 2017
Condolence From: Velma Staples
Condolence: I am sorry to hear the passing of John. He was an excellent Head of Business Dept. My condolences to his Family. May John Rest in Peace.
Tuesday September 05, 2017
Condolence From: Rudi Martens
Condolence: Jack was my neighbour at the cottage for 51 years. I always liked our long conversations over the fence. We both shared stories about being secondary principals. He would often come by after his long walks to Ingoldsby to say hi. He was always a fighter and overcame so many serious health obstacles with courage and fortitude. I enjoyed watching his beautiful children John and Laurie playing in the lake and now their children. I will truly miss Jack, he was a true gentle man.
Monday September 04, 2017
Condolence From: June Widdis
Condolence: So sorry to hear about the passing of Jack. I saw him not to long ago picking up a prescription at Axis drug store. He was always a gentleman. I have one great memory of Jack when he filled in for my late husband Gord at a seniors mix zone competition in Bancroft.
Monday September 04, 2017
Condolence From: Sharon Lucas
Condolence: Your loss is shared by many at this time. Mr. Debois taught me my debits and credits during my last high school year (bookkeeping as it was known) and he was a great teacher. He remembered me also over his lifetime in my financial career. He was a gentleman and a man of his word. Comfort each other during this difficult time.
Monday September 04, 2017
Condolence From: Cully Families
Condolence: We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Sunday September 03, 2017
Condolence From: Pat Alldred
Condolence: John, Susan and Family
We were sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.
I have many fond memories of him as one of my favourite high school teachers. Although he never said a word, I'm sure he pulled a few strings to get me my first part-time job, and I was very thankful for it.
Our thoughts are with you.
Sunday September 03, 2017
Condolence From: Susan smallwood
Condolence: We are sorry to hear of Jacks passing. Hugs and love to John, Susie and the girls. Love from. Glenn. Susan. Byron. Mackenzie
Saturday September 02, 2017
Condolence From: Peter O'Neill
Condolence: Mrs. DeBois and family...so very sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. DeBois. I had the chance to get to know him during my days at LCVI. He was a great and fair vice principal and a great sportsmen. Had many great conversations with him about sports. May he rest in peace.
Saturday September 02, 2017
Condolence From: Marie North
Condolence: Jack was one of my Business and Commerce teachers at the LCVI during the 1960's. If you have ever had a teacher who took the time to care, inspired your dreams, or changed your life, you know that great teachers can make a big difference. They give us hope, direction, and new ideas. They challenge us and shape the way we see the world. Thank you Jack for preparing me for my working career. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless!
Marie North
Saturday September 02, 2017
Condolence From: Bob & Mary Lou Tompkins
Condolence: Our sincere condolences to the whole family. Jack was a real gentleman and a great chatter. We so enjoyed chats with him (at the Durham Cafe or anywhere we happened to meet up)! He was so proud of his family and loved to update us on their whereabouts, especially Kayla whom I taught in Ktn! He will certainly be missed but we are glad and feel privileged to have known him!
Saturday September 02, 2017