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John Frederick Jolie

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John Frederick Jolie

December 22, 1946 - February 2, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of John Jolie announces his passing on Sunday, February 2, 2020, at the age of 73 years. John was the loving husband of the late Darlene Jolie. He leaves behind his children Bradley Jolie (Kimberly), Andrea Davis (Scott), Suzanne Jolie (John Reynard), and Glenna Jolie (Michael Davidson). John will be fondly remembered by his grandchildren, Margaret, Simone, Avery, Brynn, Benjamin, Jeremy, James and Joya. Cherished brother of Edward (Sharon), Robert (Catherine), Rose Marian van Sickle (William), Joseph (Gale). He will be sadly missed by his sister-in-law, Janice Paquette, his nieces and nephews, and friends.

John had a long teaching career at CDCI East, hitchhiked around the world, loved history, and wrote the column 'Today In History' for the local paper.

A Celebration of John’s Life will be held on Thursday, February 6 from 1-3pm and 6-8pm in the Reception Centre of MacCoubrey Funeral Home, 30 King Street East, Cobourg.

Memorial donations in memory of John can be made to the Cobourg Public Library or Horizons of Friendship.

MESSAGES OF CONDOLENCE / DONATIONS

Jeff Gillott - September 13, 2020

I was just talking about highschool experiences with my wife and decided to search Mr Jolie and am saddened by the news of his death. His passion as a teacher left a mark with me. He startled me once by jumping onto his file cabinet while proclaiming the atrocities of WW2. Got my attention. RIP

Diana Storen - February 24, 2020

to Brad, Andrea, Suzanne and GlennaI was very sorry to hear that your father had passed away. He was such a nice man! I enjoyed living across the street from all of you. By the time I saw the notice in the paper, the service had already taken place. I would have attended.Please take care.Diana Storen

Shelley mcelroy - February 14, 2020

Jim and I wish to send our heartfelt condolences to the family members- siblings, children and grand children. I know John will be missed greatly. He was of course my moms favorite - her first God child! He always seemed to be a gentle spirit to me. Our hope is of course that he has been received into eternal life and reunited with Darlene and family there....only peace. We are sorry to hear of his passing ... too soon.

Bill Hannon - February 8, 2020

My deepest condolences to John's loved ones. I had many conversations with John about history and genealogy at the library. He had a great sense of humour and he'll be missed.

Mark Froncz - February 8, 2020

My condolences - Mr Jolie was a fine teacher and a good man … I am sorry for your loss - he will be missed.best regards,Mark

Stan and Cindy Sokay - February 8, 2020

Suzanne and family,Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your dad. Please know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time.Stan and Cindy Sokay

Kim Munn-Goebel - February 8, 2020

Such a sad day for all who knew Mr. Jolie. He will always be remembered as one of those teachers that left a lasting impression on his students. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of great sorrow.

Christelle Jubenville - February 7, 2020

Mr. Jolie was my teacher in high school. He was always so nice to me and was always smiling and happy to be at school.He will be missed by many. Always in our hearts.

Ann Marie (Pritchard)Mcivor - February 7, 2020

Please accept our sincere condolences. Mr. Joliet was a fabulous teacher. He will forever be in our hearts.Mike & Ann Marie

Dave Brown and Dagmar Busshoff - February 7, 2020

Our sincere condolences to the family. We enjoyed teaching with John at the East. He was a wealth of information regarding the history of our house on Division Street with many anecdotes. Because John was also a traveller we had fun sharing travel stories.

Rodger and Bonnie Harp - February 6, 2020

Sorry for your Loss. I only worked for a few years with John at the East, but long enough to gain tremendous respect for John as a teacher, a friend, and a person of strong values and ethics.

CORALEE DUNK - February 6, 2020

With deepest sympathy. From Coralee (Wass)Dunk. His student from the 70,s.

Dave and Nickie Farrington - February 6, 2020 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Cobourg Public Library (Children's Library)

Dave and Nickie Farrington - February 6, 2020

Dear Brad, Andrea, Suzanne, Glenna and families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all on this day. May you find comfort in pleasant memories of your father.

Marty Halloran - February 6, 2020

A gentle man and a most successful teacher

Adele Abrams - February 6, 2020

So sorry for your loss Glenna Mike, and family.

Karen Peters - February 6, 2020

I regret the loss of John . We had many chats when we met in the mornings we were walking and I visited him a couple of times at Rosewood. He had a great interest in his fellow man.

Adam Corby - February 6, 2020 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Cobourg Public Library (Children's Library)

Janet Bristow - February 6, 2020

please except my condolences in your loss of John. I am sorry but we are expecting bad weather so I will not be able to attend his celebration of life. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.Janet

Joan Shyshak - February 5, 2020

My sincere condolences to John's children, grandchildren, brothers and sister. I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. I am unable to attend the service tomorrow but you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Bryan and Verna Marjoram - February 5, 2020

Dear Bradley, Andrea, Suzanne, and Glenna,My mother and I were deeply saddened to lose a good friend from Rosewood. Door wide open, my mother always wished him a good morning or how are you today, John. We enjoyed his company when we sat in the dining room during the off hours talking about travel and his love of history. Hitchhiked around the world! We couldn't believe it! Super nice guy who will be missed by his Rosewood and teaching friends. Please accept our sincere condolences.Bryan and Verna Marjoram~ REST IN PEACE,JOHN ~

Roger and Pat Doe(nee Jolie) - February 5, 2020

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you because of the death of your father grandfather and brother.Because of the weather we will not be able to attend but we will be thinking of you.

Melissa Barr - February 5, 2020

To the friends and family of John, I am very sorry to learn of your loss. I had the pleasure of meeting John on a couple of occasions - in preparation for Kim and Brad's wedding and at family gatherings at Kim and Brad's home. It was lovely to get the chance to know him a little bit. Your family is very special and I hope that you will find comfort in your memories.

Jason and Angela Whitelaw - February 5, 2020

Andrea, Scott and family,Sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Our condolences to your family. Jason and Ange

Elizabeth Muir - February 5, 2020

To the Jolie FamilyI am so sorry to hear of John's passing. I am thinking of you at this sad time.Liz Muir

Connie (Jolie) Maurice - February 5, 2020

John was a very special part of our family. The eldest of the cousins. I hope that you all can wrap yourselves in the amazing, funny and happy memories that you have, to help you get through this sad time.

Lindsay Gutteridge (Taylor) - February 5, 2020

I am so sorry for your family's loss, I was greatly saddened to hear of his passing. I had Mr Jolie as a teacher during my time at the East and he was one of my favorites. He will be missed!

the Giglers - February 5, 2020

Brad & family,We are so sorry to hear of your father's sudden passing. He seemed in good health when we last saw him. We know that you and your sisters have such great memories growing up with your dad, the lover of history. Hugs, Sig, Chris & Jacob

Janice E. Paquette - February 4, 2020 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Horizons of Friendship

Brian & Debbie Jarvis - February 4, 2020 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Charity of Your Choice

Brian & Debbie Jarvis - February 4, 2020

We are so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was such a nice man. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Joanna Biggs - February 4, 2020

So sorry for your loss Andrea and family. Your dad was the nicest teacher ever and I still love geography because of him. Best wishes to you all, Joanna Biggs

Joanne (Dresser) Stover - February 4, 2020

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. The Jolies were our wonderful neighbours on Glidden Avenue for our growing-up years. John was always someone we looked up to, with his calm demeanour and good sense of humour.

Anne Burnham - February 4, 2020

To the family of John,I just want you to know that his work on the local history of this area was much appreciated by many people. I have enjoyed much of his work eg the collection of papers on the town of Cobourg and countless Today in History clippings.I was privileged to have a few conversations with him as well. Such a gentle excitement about learning he shared. I am so sorry for your loss and wish you all the best.

Gord Thompson - February 4, 2020

Sorry for your loss.I had many teachers over the 5 years I went to the East High.Mr. Jolie is one that I will always remember.Out in the hall between classes saying his hellos and always had some venturesome stories to tell.

Sy Desloges - February 4, 2020

My deepest condolences to the Jolie family. I was deeply saddened by the news of your loss . I will keep you all in my prayers.

Jean and Karen Hebert - February 4, 2020

Suzanne John and family you have our deepest sympathy in this sad time

Bob & Faye Richards - February 4, 2020

We are very sad to hear of John's passing. We spent many enjoyable years teaching with John at CDCI East.He was a very kind and knowledgeable man.

Kathy Sandham - February 3, 2020

My thoughts and prayers are with the family, at this very difficult time. I had the pleasure of having John as a dedicated and enthusiastic colleague at CDCI East. He was always kind and positive and an asset to the lives of his students. He will be very much missed.

Faith and Michael Jones and Family - February 3, 2020

Our deepest condolences to all the family.John was a remarkable man.