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Celebration of Life
A private family Celebration of John's life will be held at a later date.
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Rob Morrison posted a condolence
Thursday, July 14, 2022
One of my favourite memories of John was one summer when he had a small dirt bike on the mainland. Anne and Ellen were with us on the front porch of The Acorn (Gordon cottage) when John came racing around the Taylor cottage on the bike. One of the girls, Ellen I think, said, “Holy Moses there goes Daddy!” I loved those summer days in Gan surrounded by cousins and remember them fondly. I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you all in my prayers.
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Tim Morrison posted a condolence
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Jane et al,
Please accept heartfelt condolences on behalf of me, Rob, and Dad (Neil) on your loss. May he RIP. Reunited with Uncle Keith and Aunt Louise. We lost Mom in 2003 and Jamie in 2021.
Sincerely,
Tim Morrison
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Doug & June Gilbert Gilbert donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION PRESERVATION RIVER QUALITY INC
Friday, June 3, 2022
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Laurie Singleton donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
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Wendy Robinson posted a condolence
Saturday, April 9, 2022
Jane and family.....Doug and I were so saddened to learn of John's passing....you folks were some of our first friends when we returned to the area and remember fondly the many dinners we shared.....especially a bbq lamb dinner on the island. He will be missed by many
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Bruce Wilson posted a condolence
Thursday, April 7, 2022
Gananoque and the 1000 Islands lost a very good friend in John Taylor.. A well respected industry captain, a humanitarian, a river rat who knew the river better that anyone else that I know and a true and trusted friend to so many. Sincere sympathy to Jane and family.. Bruce Wilson
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Tony and Wendy Schur posted a condolence
Thursday, April 7, 2022
We are so very sorry to hear of Johns passing. He was a good person, our condolences go out to his family.
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Pierre & Mimi Ribot posted a condolence
Thursday, April 7, 2022
We are so very sorry to hear of John's passing, our heart goes out to all of his family and friends.
John sure was a one fun unforgettable man, we will miss his smile and kind heart.
Hugs Mimi & Pierre xo
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Linda Mainse posted a condolence
Thursday, April 7, 2022
In all my years as Director at the then Arthur Child Heritage Museum, John stands out. Gentle, knowledgeable, supportive, always ready to be present. My heartfelt thoughts and sympathy to his family. He made a difference and that is no small thing.
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Steve Hornsby donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
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Ray and Sandra stevenson posted a condolence
Monday, April 4, 2022
Jane, Sandra and I were very surprised and saddened to learn of John's sudden passing. We offer you and your whole family our sincere condolences at this sad time.
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Troy, Lori, Matthew and Liza Donovan donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Sunday, April 3, 2022
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Tracy Cunningham donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Sunday, April 3, 2022
Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow.
Love Ron and Tracy
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Jo-Anne and Ed Tweedy donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Sunday, April 3, 2022
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Bob & Paula Street donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Saturday, April 2, 2022
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Greg Truesdell posted a condolence
Friday, April 1, 2022
I am very saddened by this news. I always looked forward to seeing John. Along with his quick wit and sense of humour, I would always learn something cool and historical about this river community of ours. We have all lost a real connection to our past, someone who lived it and could convey it like no other. John was a larger than life character that has left a large void in the lives of a lot of characters. A true riverman in every sense.
“ Think where man’s glory most begins and ends, and say that my glory was I had such friends” - Yeats
My sincerest condolences to the entire Taylor family. - Greg Truesdell
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Barb Hammond lit a candle
Friday, April 1, 2022
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Such a kind and sincere gentleman. I'm so very sorry for this loss. Not only to family but to all that were fortunate enough to have met John. Including myself.
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Peter & Jane Greathead donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Friday, April 1, 2022
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Alan & Chris Bickerton posted a condolence
Friday, April 1, 2022
Dear Jane and Jim and Families,
Chris and I extend our deepest sympathies to all of you following John's passing.
I have many memories of skiing and boating with John as teenagers and into the 80's as our kids grew up together.
You can rest assured that John will be missed and emembered very fondly by everyone who knew him well.
Sincerely,
Al and Chris Bickerton
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Gay Wrye posted a condolence
Thursday, March 31, 2022
Dear Jane, Anne, Ellen, Amy , Doug and the entire extended Taylor clan.
We were so sorry to hear of John’s passing. Please accept our deepest condolences and we hope all your happy memories will give you comfort during this difficult time.
Gay and Bill Wrye
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John Wright posted a condolence
Thursday, March 31, 2022
Dear Jane
We were saddened to hear of the death of John.
As you know we were best friends in grade school and in high school. Please let me express my sympathies by writing down some of the good times that came flooding into my mind when I heard the news.
Every morning he picked me up at our Charles Street house and we would walk to high school and back at lunch and after school. We often went to his house and played pool or walked down the hill to the boat house for a ride in the islands.
One day he came to our home and mother had just made date filled oatmeal cookies which we enjoyed. The next day after school he asked my mom for one of those “Glop” cookies. The name stuck and they are still called Glop cookies by our whole family some 65 years later.
After school we played road hockey and in the winter played pond or river hockey.
I recall us going to the Link Factory to see his dad and sitting in a Linkanoe.
A group we went to the high school proms together and often gathered at one our homes for a pre-prom gettogether.
We road our bikes up to the Taylor cottage which was on the water on the golf club road.
John and I often went duck hunting together. We hunted Brown Shoals and the head of Stave Island many Saturday mornings.
We would go by boat to Clayton (where we were of legal age) to have a beer or two.
In later years Paddy and I visited you in Windsor and went to Detroit for a fresh pickerel dinner and I believe you roasted a goose for dinner. Paddy still has your curried fruit recipe.
I apologize for the length of this note but John would forgive me. He will be missed by all who knew him and in particular his family.
John and Paddy
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Thornley Stoker posted a condolence
Thursday, March 31, 2022
Dear Jane, Ann, Ellen, Amy and Doug,
Susan and I are heartbroken at your, and our collective loss of John. The true definition of a "RiverRat" John's impact on the river and all who love it, has and will be long lasting. I will miss our midnight boat trips off into the darkness knowing that we would not hit anything. Around the dinner table, listening to John's youthful antics was hilarious. The doting father, John was always proud of his brilliant and successful children and equally proud of their brilliant children. Now, there is a hole in the river...that will remain. Happy journey John...
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Jim Rovers donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Thursday, March 31, 2022
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Peter VanSickle posted a condolence
Thursday, March 31, 2022
Jane,
To you and the whole family words seem hollow in expressing the sadness in hearing of John's passing. For the 30+ years we have been fortunate enough to know John he has embodied what it is to be in the islands. From "Who Cares" to advice and anecdotes John covered the spectrum and always with an eye to help or support.
Marathon and I will be out this summer looking for him because we know that he is out there on the water
Peter V and Family
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Greg and Cheryl Wild posted a condolence
Thursday, March 31, 2022
Our condolences to all the family. John was a part of Tremont Island, knew the history and stories and loved to pass them on. We will miss him.
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John Keilty posted a condolence
Thursday, March 31, 2022
To Jane and the entire Taylor Family, my sincere condolences on John’s passing. He was an icon of the St. Lawrence River and will be missed by all.
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Julie posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Dear Jane and family
Our sincere condolences to all of you.We will miss seeing John on the back deck and having the occasional cocktail with him.John was such a pleasure to visit with.He will be missed.Tony and Julie Battams
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John & Helen Matthew donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Our deepest condolences to Jane, Anne, Ellen, Amy, Doug, Jim, Ann and their extended families. You will all have wonderful memories of John's always friendly manner, just as I do from his and Jane's short stay living down the street in Chatham and the too infrequent visits to Gan. We'll all miss him.
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Bill and Pat Colby donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Dear Jane and Family
Our fond memories of John began on Tremont Island and continued over many wonderful years around the Taylor dining table. He will be greatly missed. Our deepest condolences to all the Taylor clan.
Affectionately
Pat and Bill Colby
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Karen Campbell posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Please accept my deepest condolences. He was a kind and funny guy! I enjoyed conversations with him and will miss bumping into him downtown.
An & John Peter donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
We will look after his river for him.
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Joyce Phillips posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Jane and family
So sorry to hear of John’s passing. Our thoughts are with you.
Joyce and Paul Phillips
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Brian Tunnicliffe posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
My condolences Jane and family. John was a unique and thoughtful person. I do miss the skiing, hunting and river activities.
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Kathrine Christensen posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Condolences to you and yours, Jane.
Kathrine Christensen, Hannah and Gavin
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Lynn Hall posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Jane and Family, John was a wonderful person, thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time
Lynn and Murray Hall
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Bill and Catherine Gardian donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Jane and Family
Cathy and I are going to miss John's presence on the island and his welcoming invitation to share stories with a relaxing drink..
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Judy Cornell donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
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Vivienne White posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Dear Jane and family... Please accept our most sincere condolences. John was a kind and loving gentleman.
Vivienne and Rick White
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Jim McGlade posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Jane and family my sympathy on the passing of John. I have many memories of our growing up as neighbours. on Stone street. I stayed many a night at Johns family cottage near the golf course, lots of road hockey games and of course morning walks to high school. I enjoyed our visits when you came to Westport for the change over at the cottages on the upper Rideau. He was a great community person for sure.
Jim McGlade
Westport.
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Jon posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Condolences to Jane and family. John was one of nicest people I have ever met. We had a lot of fun times together, both at work and outside work. John’s love for his family had no bounds. Rest In Peace my friend.
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Marc Trottier donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
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Pat Kilmartin Alexander posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Dear Anne and family,
I met your dad only once when you invited the office gang to the cottage for a barbeque. He was so gracious shuttling us back and forth from the mainland and the island. My thoughts are with you during this sad time.
Pat (Kilmartin) Alexander
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Daniel Stevens donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
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Dan, Michelle, Zack and Izzy Stevens posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Our sincere condolences to Jane, Anne, Ellen, Amy, Doug, and to the extended Taylor family. We will miss seeing John sitting in his chair or at the table in the front porch at the cottage on Tremont Island. His spirit will certainly surround us when we are there.
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Linda Shaw posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Condolences Jane and family on John's passing. May your many memories sustain you through this time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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Colleen Imerman Posted Mar 30, 2022 at 12:38 PM
The Imerman Family in Colorado share their condolences to Jane, Anne, all of Taylor kids & Grandkids. Being dear friends of Anne’s, we are saddened by the news and are thinking of you all. What a wonderful tribute to John! Much live during this difficult time.
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Nancy Wing posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Oh Jane and crew, we are so sorry to hear of John’s passing. May your memories comfort you during this difficult time. We will miss our marina encounters. Nancy and Brian
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Pam Truesdell pledged to donate to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
On behalf of the Smalley and Truesdell families, please know that our thoughts are with you.
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Blake Richardson posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
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Taylor family. We have lost another St-Lawrence River Rat. I enjoyed all the conversations I had with John over the years. A true gentleman. Rest in piece.
Blake Richardson
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Cheryl Pope posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Sending condolences to John,s family ,he was a great person to work with at the plant ,RIP John .
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Shirley Clement posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Dear Jane & family I am so saddened to hear of John's passing . John was always so welcoming to all of us when you both would host any WHPS gatherings. John's love of life and easy going manner was felt by all. Hold your memories close and know I am sending huge virtual hugs to each one of you. Love and hugs always ~ Shirley
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RANDY JENKINS lit a candle
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
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My sincere condolences on your loss. While I did not know John as as many other did, he was a friend that always made me feel welcomed. Rest in Peace John.
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Feltham Clifford uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
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You will be remembered very fondly sir. Sincere condolences to Jane, the kids and grandkids. Godspeed Mr. Taylor…we’ll raise a glass on Tremont in your honour.
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Don & Christine McMunn donated to THOUSAND ISLANDS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PRESERVATION OF RIVER QUALITY INC
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Wishing you the love of friends and family and warm memories to forever hold on to.
Love Don and Chris
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Tuesday, March 29, 2022
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