Peacefully, at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital in Goderich, with the love and adoration of his family by his side, John Wayne Corriveau, in his 71st year, passed away peacefully after his 18 month battle with cancer.
Predeceased by his parents, James Napoleon and Laurene Corriveau (nee Broughton) and survived by his four brothers, Paul (Sue), Ron(June), Doug, and Peter as well as his children, Brandon (Tara), Erin Cassone (Dan), and Missy(Devin) Robinson. He is also adored by his nine grandchildren Dylan, Jacob, Paige, Emily, Cole, Tyson, Ryan, Blake, and Marley and sorely missed by his special friend, Pat Healy.
John was adored by all who knew him. The number of family and friends who came together to live life to the fullest over the past year and a half was a testament to his warm and welcoming personality. He never turned down an invite to attend a gathering with friends, family dinner or a sporting event. Not only did he enjoy watching his grandchildren, John was also an avid supporter of minor hockey and could be found in the stands of any given game at Young Canada Week.
As a classic car enthusiast and great story teller, John rarely missed an opportunity to attend the Zurich Bean Festival and reminisce with friends, something he loved to do. Affectionately referred to by his friends as “Head” or “Headly” and Papa John by his grandchildren, he has left a legacy of memories that will survive far past this time.
Thank you to the staff at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, most notably , Kathy Duncan for taking care of our Dad. Many thanks go to Dr. Armstrong in Clinton for being available for Dad to reach out any time he needed additional support during his fight. Additional sentiments go to Dr. Welch and the Oncology Department at Victoria Hospital in London ON.
To honour Dad’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of John’s life will be held at The McKay Centre for Seniors, 10 Nelson Street East, GODERICH on Sunday, October 15th from 1 – 4 PM.
Thank you to all who were able to come and share their memories and say their goodbyes to Dad. We know he heard your words and we know he is now at peace.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the AMGH Foundation or a charity of your choice.
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Tracy Duncan
So very sorry for your loss. I will miss your smiles and your stories. Rest in peace John
Randy Nicholson
I was sad to hear the news of John’s passing. I had worked on and off with John over the years and he was always eager to help and support our mutual customers. Our sincere condolences to his immediate and extended family. Rest in peace Johnny.
Tracy Duncan
Your smile and stories will always be a part of my memories of you John. You were truly one of a kind and I will miss you.
Brian and Jean Jewitt
Our deepest sympathy to all the Corriveau family and Pat.
Dennis Regier
Sincere condolences to John’s family and friends. The comments expressed by everyone who paid tribute to John, surely is testament to the life he lived!
I knew of John as a youngster pre high school days, but really got to KNOW “Head” later on, fortunately ending up in the same class starting high school.
Definitely a friend to all who knew him!
Rest peacefully John 💔
Dennis and Lorraine
Carolyn Lannin
Dear Corriveau Cousins:
We were so sorry to hear about John’s passing. We hope that your good memories are a great comfort to you at this time.
All the very best,
Carolyn and Eleanore Lannin
Rick & Patti Bedard
Our deepest sympathy to all the Corriveau family.
Shirley Snowden
Shirley Snowden and family wish to express our sincere condolences to the Corriveau family. I remember my husband, Bill, and John having good chats when we would meet.
Ron Zulauf
I am truly sorry to hear about the passing of John. We worked together and shared a laugh may times over a drink at training events. He will be missed by those who knew him
Harry Plantenga/Shirley Southcott
We were so sorry to hear of John’s passing . Our condolences to the Corriveau family for your loss.
Dan Heywood
My condolences to the Corriveau family for your loss. Dan
Pam Bedour
Dear Corriveau Family,
Sending my deepest sympathy at this sad time. John was a wonderful man with a kind heart and a gentle spirit. He will be missed by so many, including his Zurich friends.
Much love to all,
Pam (O’Brien) Bedour
Bob & Brenda McGee
So sorry to hear of John’s passing. Our condolences to Brandon, Erin, Missy and your families at this very difficult time.
Ken & Dianne Clarke
With our deepest sympathy to all of John’s family in their sad loss. May your cherished memories of times shared together bring you comfort in the difficult days ahead. We enjoyed celebrating Head’s 70 th Birthday with his family & many friends!A chat & hug at Zurich Bean Festival was a special memory for us.He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Remembering him with a smile👍Hugs to all💜
Julie Thursby
To Erin, Brandan, Missy, Paul, Ron, Peter and Doug and your families – sincere sympathies to you all. John was a really lovely man, and it has been our great pleasure to know him, be related to him and have spent sometime with him. Bob and I, were very happy to see him this summer, along with Brandan, at Beaniefest. We have lit a candle for John, and said prayers for Peace. Cousin Julie and Bob Thursby.
Barry & Karen Thiel
Our deepest condolences to the Corriveau family. John was one of a kind. May all your beautiful memories bring you comfort.
Karin (Ortmanns) Hubbell
So very sorry for your loss. John was a lovely man who will be missed by many. Godspeed.
My thoughts will be with the family on his day of Celebration.
Cheryl Borrows
To all of John’s family,
We are sending our deepest condolences.We know how much he was loved and he will be greatly missed.I have many good memories of growing up with John.We started grade 1 together,and would see each other often over the years , when ever we were in Goderich.He was such a kind sweet man.
Cheryl and Ken Borrows
Connie Harrison
Dear Pat and John’s Family:
Many memories of John around the arena.
We send our condolences to John’s family.
Regards from John and Connie Harrison
Ralph and Wendy Trocchio
Our deepest sympathy and prayers for the Corriveau family.
Sharon Brokenshire
Sorry for your loss of John, my thoughts are with you all, cherish the memories.
Sharon Brokenshire
Donna OBrien
John has left a big void in many lives especially his family! He always made one feel special when we met. My most sincere sympathy to all his loved ones, he surely treasured each of you!
Big hugs to each of you!! Donna
Ken & Sylvia McGee
To all of Johns family.
I did not know of Johns passing till talking with my daughter in Rwanda today. I was shocked. I knew John through all of his automotive work places. Always a quiet gentlemen and gone way too soon. You will have al lot of great remembrances forever of the man and I know you will smile so often when you think of him.
Ken & Sylvia
Rose Vanbruaene
To the Corriveau Family:
John and I went to school together and although we rarely saw each other over the past 50 years the few times we did he was always the same… friendly, soft spoken and that slight smile. R.I.P. John
Allan H Hohner
Our sincere condolences to John’s family and brothers . John’s smile and his story telling will be missed ! Rest in peace Headley. Al and Dianne Hohner
Don & Debbie Rathwell
To the Corriveau Family- We are very sorry for your loss- Sending our sincere condolences at this very sad time. Cherish the good, & happy memories. John will be missed by many-
Jacqui & Charlie Regier
To John’s Children, grandchildren & Brothers, so sorry for your loss. We are so glad we where there to help him celebrate his 70th Birthday and to see him at the Bean Festival this year and shared some hugs… He always talked so proudly of his family. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. We have lots of fun memories. Rest in peace my friend.. Jacqui & Charlie
Barbara Martin
My prayers and condolences to Johns family and Pat he will be greatly missed.
Mike &Vicki Ducharme and Family
To the Entire Corriveau Family: So very sorry to hear of John’s passing. Thinking of you all and in the days ahead!! Zurich lost another one gone too soon.
Hugs to all of you.
RIP John
Dianne Leddy
Dear Corriveau Family
It’s with saddened hearts to learn of John’s passing.
He was truly a great and friendly guy and will be missed by everyone who knew him. The pain is gone, Rest in Peace now John
Harold and Dianne
Jack Kraft
Our years together as class mates at South Huron hold many memories and antics. Later in life, when we would cross paths, we shared stories – old and new updating each other about our families – sharing many laughs of how we had become who we are today, and of course….. car stuff!!
My sincere condolences.
Your friend,
Jackie.
STEWART STEENSTRA
Please accept our heart filled condolences to all of John’s Family and those who are suffering in his passing. May your happy memories give you peace and comfort during this challenging time. Stu & Pat Steenstra
Bob and Elizabeth Merner
Our sympathy to the entire Corriveau family in the passing of John.
We will miss his smile and friendly chat whenever crossed paths.He was one of the “Zurich Corriveau Boys.” Pip and Tootie.
RON AND GLENDA LINDENFIELD
Our Sincere Condolences to the Corriveau Family, we both went to school with John, always friendly, never down, just a great guy, he will be sadly missed by many, cherish your memories, Rest in Peace …..
Joanne Walters
To all of John’s family & friends,
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find peace in wonderful memories. I know how much he loved you all & I’m sure he felt your love for him too. I’m so glad you were able to celebrate his 70th birthday together.
God Bless,
Joanne
Donna Reed
To all of John’s family, my deepest sympathy. John was such a kind man and a great addition when he accompanied Pat to our family celebrations. He will certainly be missed.
Donna Healy Reed
Janet and Larry McClinchey
Our sincere condolences to all of John’s family and to Pat
Cherish the memories
Ron Oesch
My sincere condolences to John’s family, and all his brothers
Pauline Miller
My sincere condolences to all of Johns family. Cherish all the wonderful memories.
Sincerely Pauline Miller
Theresa (Terry) Dick
To John’s Family and Pat. I am sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was such a calm and nice guy and an excellent father. He will be greatly missed.
Terry, James and Tammy
Doug and Betty Lynn Eckel
Sending our sincere condolences to all of John’s family. Cherish all of your wonderful memories. Thinking of you all. ♥
Suzanne Farrish
Our thoughts are with the Corriveau family and all of John’s many close friends at this time of deep sadness. He was a very good person and an amazing Dad.
To John’s children and grandchildren-you were the absolute light of his life. Your job now is to live on and lead happy, fulfilling lives in his memory. Loving you like he did, that is what he would want.
Take care of each other,
Sue and Jim Farrish
Judy and paul kelly
Brandon, Erin, Missy, grandchildren and brothers
We are so, so sorry to hear of John’s passing.
May you hold all of your great memories you had with him close to your heart at this difficult time to bring you comfort.
Sending our thoughts and prayers to you all.
Don & Charlene Oesch
To the Corriveau family:
I was truly saddened to hear of Johns passing. So many great memories of growing up with him in the Zurich days. Simply a great guy to be around and a privilege to call him a friend.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
RIP John
Micheal Bedard
many fond memories of our young days together in Zurich and working together for Ivan. Sympathies to all,
Jeff O'Brien
The Corriveau family,
John always had time for a chat and a laugh when our paths would cross. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.
Wayne & Melanie Swan
Our sincere condolences on your most profound loss. John was a special man always with a smile and time for a chat. RIP John
Bob and Carol Johnston
Sincere sympathy to the Corriveau Family in the loss of John..
He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.
Denton and Lynda Gaiser
We were sad to hear of John’s passing. Our sincere sympathy to the Corriveau family. I haven’t seen John for quite a while but whenever I did run into him we would talk about the “good old days” when we were in school together. He was the same guy when I saw him as he was when we went to school together and always had a big smile and story to make me smile.
He will be sadly missed.
Nancy white
My condolences to John family and to Pat. Cherish your memories
Liz Jenkin
My condolences.
I knew John when I lived in Goderich and worked at CIBC. Not sure if you will remember, Brandon, Erin and Melisa, but your Dad would take you to the beach pavilion for lunch on a Saturday.( Melissa you would only have been about 4 yrs old). I would have my three boys, John, Ryan and Josh who was around four years at the time and you would play together while your Dad and I visited. He was so proud of you. My boys lost their father to cancer in 2018. Sometimes they do or say something that is like their Dad. So your Dad will live on in you and your children. Remember all the great times
Cecelia Denomme
Dear family and friends – You are in our special thoughts with sadness and sympathy.
John will always be missed and remembered in the Goderich and Zurich communities.
Cecelia and Don Denomme
Ron and Dianne Ducharme
The Corriveau Family
We were saddened to hear of Johns passing
He was a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are
with all of you at this very sad time
R I P John
Doug & Audrey Meidinger
Deepest Sympathies to all of John’s family and siblings. Over the years I would run into John while in Goderich and we always had a great conversation about the old days in Zurich.
RIP John
Jim Burr
I am sorry to hear of Johns passing. I had seen him in many years but sure remember his great smile when greeting someone. His laughter always made people feel good. He will be truly missed. Cherish the memories.
Pat Steenstra
Sending our sympathy to each of you during this difficult time. May you find peace in your memories.
Stu and Pat Steenstra
Joe and Marilyn Kenda
To the Entire Corriveau Family,
Sending our deepest condolences to you all in the passing of your dear brother John. No matter when we would run into John he always would make time for a friendly hello and a short chat. Just an all around great guy. Know that our thoughts and prayers will be with you. 🙏🏻
Joe and Marilyn Kenda
Murray Armstrong
Our deepest condolences go out to John’s Family.
Lori and Murray
Jim Oesch
To John’s families ,
The great stories you have all shared shows your love and compassion. He was truly a great guy ,my condolences to you all .
Lori Vanstone
Our sincere condolences to you all. We quite often saw and spoke to John at our weekly breakfast at Neil’s. It was alway a pleasure to talk to John. Please know that we are thinking of you all at this very sad time. He was always so proud of his family.
Lori and Brad
Richard & Brenda Schilbe
Sincere sympathy to all of John’s family. Keeping you in our thoughts during this difficult time. Rest in peace John.
Jim & Shelagh McDade
There is nothing more important than the love found within a family. John’s life was a testament to that love. The legacy of his life is that, that love will endure in his children and grandchildren. His life was a life well lived. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this impossible time.
Nancy-Rae and Bob Lovie
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Corriveau family..John was such a special guy and I loved seeing him every year at the Zurich Bean Festival..He was loved by everyone who knew him and will be sadly missed..Cherish the memories..
Heather
Dear Brandon, Erin, Missy and families.
I’m so sorry about the passing of your dad. He was such a great man who I hold many memories, most of them sitting at the kitchen table in the am with the rest of the guys waiting for Brandon to get up or ready! He was so proud of you all. Cherish the memories
Love you all
Mossy
Jason Pitblado
I am so sorry for your loss.
Raye and Dianne Armstrong
Our sincere sympathy to the entire Corriveau family. John was always such a friendly guy. Treasure your memories in your heart forever.
Raye and Dianne Armstrong
Jenny Hunter
I am so very sorry for your loss. I never knew John but when I did see him at the arena, he was always good for a friendly chat and a kind smile. Brandon and Tara – I am so thankful for our growing friendship. I’m sure you will continue to see John’s gentle spirit in his beautiful grandkids.
George and Elaine Ducharme
Our sincere condolences to the Corriveau family. His memory will live on.
Mike Soldan
I am sorry to hear of John’s passing. I hadn’t seen John in several years and this past winter I was at Young Canada hockey week and we ran into each other, We had a wonderful visit and talked for an hour catching up on his family and our common friends. The Courriveau boys were a big part of Zurich Minor hockey when I played there. Nap ran the arena for a number of years. I am so glad I had a last chance to spend with John.
Shirley Erb
To all of Johns family. So sorry to hear of Johns passing. He love to be involved in many things. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Grant Langlois
Your sense of humor and your laughter will be and already has been missed at Ideal Supply the memories of working with you stretch way back to the days of Keihl Automotive then Mckerlie Millen not only were you a great guy to work with but just an all around great guy to know and through you, meeting your kids and family was also a pleasure. My condolence’s from my family to yours. Grant and Denise Langlois and family