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John Verdun "Jack" Dowle

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John Verdun "Jack" Dowle

November 7, 1941 - September 1, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of Jack Dowle announce his sudden passing on September 1st 2023 at Toronto General Hospital in his 82nd year.
Jack was the beloved husband of Terri of 53 years. Loving father of Jack (Dawn), Gary (Erin), and Lesley. Very proud “Pa” to Andrew, Trent, Raya and Hayden. Jack will also be dearly remembered by Jordan and Lilyan. Predeceased by his sister Marie (Geof) Gage, his brother Scotty (Mary) Dowle, sister-in-law Mary (Jim) Jubenville. Uncle to Scott Dowle, Lori Dowle, Glen Dowle and the late Ian Dowle, Christine Clarke (Chris), Christelle Jubenville (Dylan). Great Uncle to Carter, the late Makayla and Cameron Clarke.
Jack was a sports enthusiast, which was reflected in his dedication to coaching local sports teams. Jack was also an active member of the Cobourg Legion where he enjoyed playing cards and socializing.
As per Jacks wishes, cremation has taken place and in the future there will be a private service at St. Michael’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133.

Message Of Condolence

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MESSAGES OF CONDOLENCE / DONATIONS

Sharron McMann - October 4, 2023

My deepest heartfelt sympathies to you Terri, and your family. I am thinking of you. Sharron

CT Technologists - September 22, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

Mary Bunting - September 18, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Heart and Stroke Foundation

J. Malkin - September 15, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133

Treacy - September 13, 2023

My heartfelt condolences to you, Jack, your mom and your family.

Jeanine Clarey - September 13, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133

RUTH LANGMUIR - September 13, 2023

Deepest condolences to all of Jacks family, he was a dear sweet man. He will be missed by the entire Midas staff. Jack always had a friendly smile and always pleasant to talk with.

Terri-Lynn Dunk - September 13, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133

Terri-Lynn - September 13, 2023

You all continue to be in my thoughts and my prayers...I will always hold on to the great family memories...I loved how Jack was always singing or humming a tune, I loved hearing his adventurous stories, our long road trips to Rama, how he was always there if you needed him, and how he has supported Hayden and being there watching his hockey games. I know how much he means to all of you and how he will be forever missed. Thinking of you all, love Terri-Lynn

Lois Anne johns - September 12, 2023

My condolences to the family.

Sherri Graham - September 12, 2023

I am so sorry to hear of John's(Jack) passing. My thoughts are with Jack and Gary for their father and Christina for her uncle as well of the rest of the family and all who loved him so.

Donna Commerford - September 12, 2023

So sorry to hear about Jack’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers❤️😢

Paul Mouncey - September 11, 2023

Jack, Gary so sorry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts are with you. Paul, Amy, Owen Mouncey

Susan Leonard - September 11, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133

Angela Keeler - September 11, 2023

My condolences to Jack's family. I worked with him at Northumberland mall he will surely be missed by many.

Karen McCarthy - September 11, 2023

Sorry so for you and your family Terri. Jack was a great guy. My condolences to you and your family.

Paul Sherwin - September 10, 2023

Terri...so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Remembering Jack from our United Tire days...good times. My condolences to you and your family. Paul Sherwin

Ed and Pat Casteels - September 10, 2023

Dear Terri and family We are so sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. Sending our thoughts and prayers to you at this difficult time. Ed and Pat

Joan and Don Diminie and family - September 10, 2023

Dowle family: Sorry to learn of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Brian and Colette - September 9, 2023

Dear Terri. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Brian and Colette

Susan Connor - September 9, 2023

Deepest condolences, Gary and family. I'll remember your Dad as a very kind man with a gentle spirit. Thinking of your family at this difficult time.

Susan Connor - September 9, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133

Sandy Sedgwick - September 9, 2023

Thinking of Terri sending lots of love and hugs So glad I was able to squeeze in a visit with them both in July when I was visiting Ontario Huge hugs to my dear friend Jack and his brother Gary and sister Leslie Thinking of you all during this difficult time 💔

Mary (Fakner) and Don Jones - September 9, 2023

Our sincere condolences to Terri and family. May you find comfort and peace at this difficult time.

Valerie Azzarello - September 9, 2023

So very sorry for your loss. Condolences to you Terri and family

Myra - September 9, 2023

Dear Terri. Heartfelt thoughts go out to you and your family in this time of loss. Warmly Myra

Brian & Steven Cosens - September 8, 2023

With our deepest condolences , we send our love, thoughts and hugs to all of Jack’s family. What an amazing man. Always available for a quick chat, and a smile to brighten your day. Jack will always be in our memories and hearts. Love always and forever.

Ron Johnson - September 8, 2023

Condolences to the family. Always a lively conversation around the sporting events

Sibylle - September 8, 2023

Terri and Family so sorry to hear about Jack’s passing. My prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Sibylle

David and Mary Jones - September 8, 2023

Terri - We were sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Sincere condolences to you and your family at this time.

Dave Chris Fulton - September 8, 2023

Hi Terri and family sorry to hear about Jack . We will always remember our Vegas trips and his kind heart . So sorry of your loss Dave and chris

Jennie & Gus Bambridge - September 8, 2023

Terri, Jack, Gary & Families Many memories of Jack at the arena with the "boys" playing hockey.. also bus trips to the casino .. thinking of you and knowing your memories of special times will bring you comfort

Gil and Marg Brocanier - September 8, 2023

Terri, Jack and Gary we are saddened to hear of Jack's passing. We knew him for over 50 years so we are sure you have many wonderful memories to call on.

Deanne O'Grady Spalding - September 8, 2023

Terri and family- so very sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Thinking of you and your family.

Len and Carole Quinn - September 7, 2023

Dear Terri and family We were very sorry to hear of Jack's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Daphne , Tom And Gord Dingwall - September 7, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133

Tom Dingwall - September 7, 2023

Terri, Jack, Gary, Lesley And families...I am so sorry to hear of Jack’s passing...Jack lived with us during the mid sixties..He became one of our family and I have many happy memories of the time we spent together..and of the time he and his family spent at our family get togethers...

Michelle Hermans Parent - September 7, 2023

I’m so very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to the whole family.

Andrea Logel - September 7, 2023

Terri and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May the great memories of Jack bring you peace. Thinking of you! Andrea

David,Ruth, Christine - September 7, 2023

Terri and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. We were saddened to hear of Jacks passing. Please accept our sincere condolences. Dave,Ruth and Christine Francis.

Cathy, Stephanie, Haley, Dylan and everyone at Scotiabank King George Court - September 7, 2023

Jack was always ready with a 'have a good evening' at the end of our work day. His warm friendly smile will be missed. Our sincere condolences

Kimberly LaFontaine - September 7, 2023

Terri and family, sending heartfelt condolences to all of you during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Kim and Kimberly LaFontaine.

Sherry Sweet - September 7, 2023

Terri we were sad to read of Jack’s passing. You and your family are in our thoughts. Hugs to you all across the miles. Sherry and Paul Sweet

Darren Mahoney - September 7, 2023 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133

Bryan Gelineau - September 7, 2023

Gary, Jack, Lesley, and Mama Dowle. Many a night at Pad 2 with Jack senior behind the bench. The long drives to games. Watching games at your house with your dad. I still remember 93,ot, Leafs and Red Wings game 7 in your living room. My deepest condolences to you your family. Your dad was truly one of the good guys. He will be missed.

Darren - September 7, 2023

Lesley, I am saddened to hear about your dad's death. Your father was one of the kindest people I ever met, and I was lucky to get to know him in our basement conversations. Looking at these bbq photos of him on Jarrett’s phone pigging out on steak and lobster brings back great memories. Loved cooking for him and love you! Jarrett really liked him too and we both send our condolences to the whole Dowle family. Love Darren and Jarrett Xoxo

Linda J. MacDonald - September 7, 2023

To Terri and Lesley and families-So sorry for your loss. May the Lord bless you with sweet memories.

Carol Ouellette - September 7, 2023

Sending my condolences I am so sorry to hear this. May he rest in peace

Cathy Fowler - September 7, 2023

Sending condolences Jack to you and the family I am so sorry for your loss your Dad was a great man and will be missed. Your in our prayers and thoughts.

Judith Chase - September 7, 2023

We will miss Jack's welcoming smile. Naomi always said there's Jack and Mrs. Dowle! I think he loved that he got special mention even though Mrs. Dowle was her EA for several years. Condolences to all the family but especially you Terry, losing your life partner.

Christine and David - September 7, 2023

Thinking of you and family. Sending lots of hugs. Jack will be missed.

Shirley Williams - September 7, 2023

So sorry to hear of Jack's passing. I remember Jack when he did Tai Chi at the market building. Sending condolances to all his family. R.I.P. Jack.

Ella MacCulloch - September 7, 2023

Terri and family, I was saddened to hear of Jack's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. Ella MacCulloch

Scott and Theresa Tuttle - September 7, 2023

Theresa and I would like to send our condolences to the Dowle family. I always enjoyed seeing Jack at the legion, played euchre many times along with some ball back in the day on the Bad Booze Hounds...lol...lots of good memories, may he rest in peace.

Gord and June Minifie - September 7, 2023

Sorry to here of Jack’s passing condolences to the family.

Sharon Weese - September 7, 2023

So so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Sending lots of love to all the family.

Helen Ann Parker - September 6, 2023

Terry and family, so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Deepest sympathy to all.

Joan Kemp - September 6, 2023

Terry, condolences to you and your family.

Jeanne Bell - September 6, 2023

Sending sincere condolence to the Dowle family in the loss of Jack,thinking of you all at this time.

Lynn and Doug Holland - September 6, 2023

Dear Terry and family, Sending our love and prayers to you all. Jack was a kind and thoughtful man. He will be missed by everyone that has had the pleasure of knowing him. Lynn and Doug Holland

Alf and Mary (Red) Quigley - September 6, 2023

Terry so sorry for your lose. Jack was a great guy. RIP

Joe Ferguson & Cindy Greer - September 6, 2023

So Sorry to hear the passing of Jack.Our condolences to the family at this difficult time.

Blaine&Lynda Darling - September 6, 2023

We’re so sorry to hear of Jack’s passing, I’ll always remember coaching hockey with Jack. He was a great guy. Our hearts go out to your entire family at this most difficult time. He will truly be missed.

Bill & Wendy McAllister - September 6, 2023

Dear Terri and Family, So sorry for your Loss. Jack was a kind and caring person and will be deeply missed. Our sincere condolences. Bill and Wendy

Anne Lafontaine - September 6, 2023

Terri and family, so very sorry to hear this sad news. Thinking of you and sending love.

Maura and Kevin McCormick - September 6, 2023

Terri, Jack, Gary, Lesley and families, We are thinking of you during this difficult time. We were so sorry to hear of Jack's sudden passing. We have very fond memories of Jack and our days watching the kids playing soccer and all the wonderful trips to Rochester. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Marlene Stothart - September 6, 2023

Terri & family , sorry to hear of Jack's passing my deepest condolences to all. Hugs Marlene

Melissa Stephenson - September 6, 2023

Mrs. Dowle, Jack, and family, Our deepest condolences on the loss of Jack sr. Wishing you good thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Ken,Ruby,Melodie,and Melissa Stephenson

Susan Giddings - September 6, 2023

Dear Terri and family. I am so saddened to hear of Jack's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. A wonderful man has left this world.

Joanne Hall - September 6, 2023

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to Terri, Dawn, Jack and the family.

Therese & Barry May - September 6, 2023

Dear Terri and family. Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Jack. It’s been a hard one for you all lately. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.

Ray and Darnell Landry - September 6, 2023

Sure gonna miss Jack and his MORNIN NEIGHBOUR!…..we are only a shout away ….thinking of you and the family…hugs Terry….

Ann-Margaret Doucette-Rowe - September 6, 2023

My heartfelt and sincere condolences to all of Jack’s family I have had the incredible pleasure to have this gentleman as a friend, a man, I looked up to majority of all my life never ever wavered to lend a helping hand to stop and talk to you, but most of all always give his golden heart and a smile no matter who he seen or who he talked too rest in peace now Jack for it as well deserved❤️🙏❤️

Estelle Cortesis - September 6, 2023

Dear Paperdoll and Family, My sincere condolences to you at this difficult time. Keeping you in my prayers . Estelle

Brenda Cochrane - September 6, 2023

Terri and Family - With our sincere sympathy on Jack’s passing. Nigel and me will miss our chats with you and Jack. Hold close your memories of wonderful times spent together. Brenda and Nigel

Betty Hogg - September 6, 2023

Dear Terri & Family So sorry to hear of your loss. Keep all the good memories close. Sincerely Betty & Cam

Carol Ann Heffernan - September 6, 2023

Dear Terri and family, We are so sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Sincerely, Tom & Carol Ann

Richard McEntee - September 6, 2023

Sorry to hear the boys I coached in hockey. Jack and I where Hockey Buddies.

Louise Butler - September 6, 2023

Dear Terri and family So sorry to hear of your great loss. 🙏🏻

Danielle Kent Greenhorne - September 6, 2023

TERRI How to say sorry for your loss.You both have been wonderful neighbors to my parents and now me .May he rest in peace.

Shirley & Donna Sandercock - September 6, 2023

Lesley, Sending our deepest sympathies to you and your family on the passing of your dad. Hope the laughter and memories will provide comfort during these difficult days ahead. Take care of yourself and each other.

Fran Marsh - September 6, 2023

Jack was in tai chi classes at the Market Building. What a lovely gentleman. My condolences to his family.

wendy bowman - September 6, 2023

Dear Terri and family . Were were sorry to hear of Jack's Passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Cherish all the good memories and hold them close to your hearts. Wendy and Rick

Cherie Douglas - September 6, 2023

So sorry to hear of Jacks passing. My condolences to Terri and family.

Doris Cusworth - September 6, 2023

So sorry to hear of Jack's passing. My condolences to the whole family.

Josh Mc Vety - September 6, 2023

Sorry for your loss Jack, all the best to you and your family during this time. Josh