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Susan Amo posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
Dear Dan, Chris and family!
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a kind soul and will be missed. Hugs and kisses from Windsor.
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Terry Trousdale posted a condolence
Monday, August 21, 2017
I was shocked to here of John's passing as I do use the Gananoque trail often , condolences goes out to the family , you will be missed !
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Molly Wolf posted a condolence
Monday, August 21, 2017
I am shocked and saddened by the news of John's death. He was someone I held in great esteem and affection, May his soul shine brightly in the palm of God's loving hand.
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Liz Harder posted a condolence
Sunday, August 20, 2017
John's passing leaves me with a heavy heart. My thoughts and prayers go out to all who loved him and called him friend.
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Lise (parish secretary) posted a condolence
Saturday, August 19, 2017
To John's family: Your Dad and your Mom made me smile whenever they tended the flower gardens at St. John's Church. They were so comfortable with each other and the love of gardening was so apparent before, during and after the flowers had bloomed in "Dolly's Garden". We will miss your Dad and Mom at St. John's Church and at St. Philomena on Howe Island. May God bless your family in your time of sorrow.
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Bruce Kappel donated to THE RIDEAU TRAIL ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED
Friday, August 18, 2017
In memory of John Cornish
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Ron Hunt posted a condolence
Thursday, August 17, 2017
John was a big-hearted, gregarious and ambitious man who made many contributions to the hiking community. He was a driving force behind several initiatives that have helped to promote and develop hiking in our area: the Marble Rock Trail; the trails in Gananoque; the "name-pin" that is an ice-breaker on Rideau Trail outings. He was co-editor of the Rideau Trail Association Newsletter for many years and a Director on the Board of the Rideau Trail Association. We will miss his smile and his energy. I will also remember John proudly guiding us on many Rideau Trail hikes in various locales in our region all the while dispensing gems of knowledge about points of interest and history related to the area in which we were hiking.
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Sara Montgomery donated to THE RIDEAU TRAIL ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED
Thursday, August 17, 2017
In memory of John Cornish, and his love of trails and the people who use them.
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Gwen and Dieter Hundrieser posted a condolence
Thursday, August 17, 2017
Our thoughts are with All of you.John was a lovely gentle soul who went about his life quietly making a difference and supporting his family, community and friends.
This wonderful picture of John says it all. Rest in peace John .To his family and great friends this void will be hard to fill but John gave everyone such a great example on how to mourn,to continue on and embrace life-a lasting gift.
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Douglas Hayes donated to THE RIDEAU TRAIL ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
The gentleman who introduced me to the Rideau Trail and a lost hiking buddy.
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Douglas Hayes pledged to donate to Willowbank Cemetery
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
In Memory of John Cornish
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Emily Bell posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
Chris, Dan and Joanne our condolences to you and your family
Our community has lost a great, kind gentleman. Our thoughts are with you, Emily and Howard Bell.
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Don Lane posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
Our sincere condolences to John's Family from Don Lane
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Steve Kelly posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
What a shock it was to learn of John's passing! However, it was no surprise that he was on a Rideau Trail club hike at the time. John was always leading or contributing in some way.
A couple of years ago, I spent an unforgettable week in Newfoundland, where John and I shared accommodation. We were hiking the East Coast Trail, but I was learning about John's reminiscences of living and working in St. John's. He had plenty of fond memories of his time there.
That's the way all of us who shared experiences with John will remember him - with warmth, a little sadness and maybe a smile once in a while.
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Kevin Raison posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
John was my very first boss back in 1985 when I started working at Aberdeen House where John was the Director at the time. He was a wonderful man to work with and we enjoyed many long talks and laughs over those years. He was a man with great integrity. He did much in helping me to get started in a long career in social services and I owe him a debt of gratitude. I was stunned to hear of his death.
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Leeann and Dave donated to THE RIDEAU TRAIL ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
I'm sure the trails won't be the same but this is a great way to honor such a wonderful man
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Jayne Curtis posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
My condolences to John's entire family. John was such a kind, gentle man, who will be deeply missed. I called him our gentle giant at the Curling Club, and I will truly miss our talks and his presence at the Club.
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Bruce Wilson posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Chris, Dan, Joanne and family. I am so sorry for your loss. John Cornish was a fine man who gave so much to this community.
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Catherine Richardson uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
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Hollie Stewart & Ian Juby posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
John was a lovely man. Funny, generous and dedicated to his loving family. He'll be missed by all who knew and loved him. Deep condolences to his family and many friends.
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Gary Cousins & Ray Crosby posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Chris, Dan and families -
So sorry for your loss.
Like everyone we know in the Gananoque area, John and Dolly were held in high esteem. They contributed their labours and love to many initiatives in the community. You can take solace in the fact that their unselfish mien was an inspiration to others.
Be of good cheer.
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Karin posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Chris, Dan and families,
I'm deeply saddened by your loss and send you our heartfelt condolences. From gatherings at the beautiful riverside home where everyone was made to feel like they belonged and were part of the family, to the hours spent laughing as John worked side by side with Dolly turning the gardens at the theatre into a thing of beauty, I always greatly enjoyed their company. I loved the days when they were there because I knew that John's wonderful and incredibly dry sense of humour would keep me chuckling long after we'd talked. I remember being invited to a BBQ at the Cornish home on a sunny August day, only an hour or so after I'd had a tooth pulled. With my face swollen and still frozen solid up to the eyeballs, John offered to get out the blender for my burger so I could enjoy the hospitality without worrying about paying the price when the freezing wore off, unless of course I wanted him to pre-chew it for me... One of my very favourite things about your parents though was that their love for each other and for their family shone like the brightest star in everything they did...they adored you all. There's a measure of peace to be found in John's having passed doing something that he truly loved and the thought that they're together again makes me smile despite the sadness. I'll take a moment today to celebrate lives well lived and loved, and keep you all in my thoughts.
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Sandra Jeffers donated to THE RIDEAU TRAIL ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Chris,
My thoughts and prayers are with you on the loss of your beloved father.
Sandra
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Leonore Foster posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Dan & Chris - we are so sorry to hear about your loss. We haven't seen John for a long time and that was only a chance encounter in Kingston. He was always interested and energetic in everything he took on. And he loved you both dearly, which is the best memory to keep close. Sincere condolences from Bob, Leonore & Jay.
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Christine Milks posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
To the Cornish Family-So very sorry for your loss. We will miss John (& his warm smile!) very much. Truly a loss for our whole community. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Christine & Don
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Monday, August 14, 2017
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