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Went home peacefully at the Golden Plough Lodge in Cobourg on Monday, November 30th in his 86th year. He was the beloved husband of Maureen Major (nee Watson). His daughters Kathleen Westhaver (Craig), Susan Kizaric and grandsons Matthew and Benjamin hold him in their hearts. He will be missed by his brothers David Major and George Major. He is predeceased by his siblings Sophia MacKenzie, Florence Parsons, Lambert Major, Martin Major, Viola Suzanna Major, and Francis Emma Major and parents William and Phoebe all of Bonne Bay, Newfoundland.
A Private Funeral Service will be held at Grace Christian Reformed Church in Cobourg on Thursday December 3rd, at 2pm. Those who cannot attend are welcome to join us virtually. The link is www.gracecrcofcobourg.org click ‘Live Stream’ on the green bar. This will be accessible if the 2:00 pm time is inconvenient for your schedule.
There will be a cremation and interment at a later date. In the future we will hold a celebration of life outdoors, likely next summer. Please feel free to reach out to the family with stories and memories as time passes. In recognition of John’s kind and gentle heart the family has provided a December Kindness Calendar please click on the link provided on the donation page. Those wishing may make a memorial donation to The John Major Legacy Fund at the Calgary.
We are sorry too here of the passing of a gentle soul. We have enjoyed knowing both John and Maureen. We send you love and peace Maureen Herman and Amanda Maas in Kanata Ottawa .
John was a great friend through Grace CRC. He was an important part of the prayer ministry and the senior leadership of the church. His servant heart was not limited to his wife and daughters and extended family - but to all he came in touch with. As his pastor he was also my mentor and support person. He was good for my soul - that and we both shared birthdates !! May God continue
I am so sorry to hear of John’s death. He was a rug hooker with my Mom and I saw him often when he went to visit at the Golden Plough. He gave the warmest hugs. My deepest sympathy to all the family.
Maureen and Family. Sister Iris joins us is extending our condolences.
My sister Sue and I are so sorry to hear of Johns passing. He was so helpful and kind to my mom, Dorothea Overend at the Plough when she was there . She was learning rug hooking . He and his wife were so kind . We are so sorry to hear of his passing. He was very kind to us also. ❤️
Dear Maureen and Family: So sorry to hear of Johns passing.I got to know you both really well when I was the hairdresser at the GPLodge.Please except my condolences at this difficult time.He was such a kind man and loving husband.Pat Wellwood
Dear Maureen., Kathy, Susan and family. Our hearts break for your pain. We will miss John’s vitality, his zest for life. We always enjoyed each other’s company. We will surely miss John. Please know that you are in our prayers. Peace to each one of you has you journey through your loss. Brenda & Ron