Elmer: John Earl “Jack”
At Stevenson Memorial Hospital, Alliston, on Monday September 27th, 2021. Jack Elmer in his 92nd year, beloved father and best friend of Jack jr (Patricia). Sadly missed by his cherished grand daughter Laurie (Todd). Grandpa chocolate to his great-grandchildren Samantha (John), and Jonah (Bethany). Dear brother of Noreen Vienneau and the late Ted, Stanley (Audrey), and Lenore (Wally). Survived by his sister-in-law Sylvia. Fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews.
Respecting Jack’s wishes a graveside service will be held in Mt. Tegart Cemetery, Tottenham on Thursday October 7th, 2021 at 11:00 am. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home, Tottenham, 905-936-3477. www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
Service
Jack Elmer Service
Mt. Tegart Cemetery
4th Line Tottenham
October 7, 2021
11:00 am
Cliff McFarlane says
Jackie, Patty, and Family; I’m so glad that “Jack” was a man that was so helpful in my life… He was such a good man and was a great mentor in the community of those who had to know him as a Friend and a Neighbour!!
He would be frequently riding past my House even in his later years in life with Jackie nearby on his Harley riding their Bikes as if they were the Teenagers they never grew up from!!
I will miss talking with “Jack” and having him as a Friend and Neighbour.
May you R.I.P. Mr. Jack Elmer
Linda Vienneau says
Dear Jackie, Patty and family
Sorry for your loss. Uncle Jack was mom’s favourite brother. Ironic for him to have passed on her birthday, he was good to her and all of us.
She just read his obit from the paper to me and says she misses seeing you.
Fond memories…
Carolyn Carscadden says
We are very sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure to know Jack and he will be greatly missed by anyone who knew him.
Orland and Carolyn Carscadden
Richard Family says
Elmer Family
Our deepest condolences to all the family. Jack was always smiling and waving as passed by. Thoughts and prayers with you all at this difficult time.
Mary, William Richard & Family
Ken Wray says
Dad and I are sad to hear of Jack’s passing. Condolences to the family
Ruth Dermott says
Jack Jr. and Patty, we are so sorry to hear of dad’s passing. Sending our condolences. He will be missed.
Ruth Dermott & Bill Zerback
Kenny Groen says
Was a great service today at Mount Tegart, just the way that Jack would have wanted it, a lot of characters that I have not seen in some time, people that have been in Jack’s life literally forever, at one point I called them all a bunch of Rednecks, everybody agreed that Jack would totally agree…. gonna be missed ! ❤️
Peter & Sandra McGoey and family says
Jackie, Patty and family; our sincere condolences he sure will be missed.I was proud to be part of his M.C.
Jacqueline Conlan and Family says
“A father is neither an anchor to hold us back, nor a sail to take us there, but a guiding light whose love shows us the way.”
To Jack’s son, wishing you and your family continued strength, peace and happiness in the years ahead, and may you continue to honour your father’s legacy in everything you do.
Your father was a true character, he always had a twinkle in his eyes and a smile at the ready to be shared with friends. May looking back on your treasured memories with him help to comfort you in the days and months ahead as you heal and begin anew.
Always remember, we never really lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make, just as they did when they were living. Their love and guidance leaves a lingering imprint in our memories forevermore….
May your father rest in blissful peace as he continues to watch over you all.
Most Sincerely,
Tony, Jacqueline and family
Robert and Eileen says
So sorry for your loss, we will certainly miss his stories of the past, he was like a walking history book, as people would often say, listen to the stories because there’s no one else who knew them, rest in peace Jack 4
John and Nancy Goodwin says
John and I wish to offer our deepest condolence to Jack Jr. and Patricia and all of the Elmer family. We loved having conversation with Jack when we would meet him in the Cedar Kitchen and join him for a meal. He will be missed.
samantha Elmer says
Thank you everyone for the kind word and the beautiful stories of my grandpa chocolate. I appreciate each and every heartfelt condolences.
Samantha Elmer
Chris Miller says
On behalf of myself and all of our members at ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 421 I would offer our condolences most especially to Jack Jr. And all the family. Jack was a cherished member of our legion and always ready to lend a hand. As he did with our accessibility addition. We could not have done it without him. As for myself I made a wonderful friend and truly enjoyed the stories and our time together. He will be forever missed. As the legion says we will remember him.
Chris Miller
President Branch 421 Beeton
Holly Karsch says
Jack Jr and Pattie I am so sorry to hear about your dads passing. He was a wonderful man.
We have beautiful memories of him helping us out on the farm many years ago.
Thinking of you and your family Holly, Jaime and Christopher Karsch.
Cindy Brent says
Jacky & Patty…..so very sorry for your loss.
Mike Knoblauch says
To Jack Jr my deepest condolences to you and your family I know he will deeply missed. Beeton has lost a great man and a very helpful person especially to the Legion. May he Rest In Peace and may you and your family remember what @ man he was.
Laurie Elmer says
It was so nice to read your kind words about my grandpa. Happy to know others saw him as a class act too
Mary Lynn Nosad says
My deepest condolences on your Dad’s passing. I always enjoyed our many conversations. RIP Jack
Laurie Elmer says
Thank you for your condolences, grandpa always enjoyed good conversations with good people
Robert and Evy Vienneau says
Jackie and Patty and family. Evy and I send our condolences. I had a great lifetime of fun with uncle Jack! So glad you stopped by that day for my phone number. Rip Uncle Jack.
Joe & Karen Mallany says
Sorry to hear of your loss.
Natalie Copp says
Jack Jr, Patty and your family-I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Jack Sr. have had lots of conversations with Jack over the years my condolences to all of you he will be missed in the community. Thinking about all of you.
Laurie Elmer says
Thank you for your condolences.
John Wiederhold says
Jackie, Patty and family,
I am saddened to hear of the passing of Uncle Jack. He will be remembered for all the things he did helping Dad at the farm. He would knock on the door, poke his head in and ask Mom “is dinner ready yet?” many fond memories.
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Love Evelyn Elmer, John & Chris
Bob, Janette Pelley & Family says
So sad to hear of Jack’s passing. Our sincere condolences to the family. RIP Jack.
Laurie Elmer says
Thank you for your condolences
Pete & Joanne Duggan and family says
So sorry to hear about the passing of Jack. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Amie Lambert-Gaudet says
I just wanted to offer condolences on your loss and the loss to the Tottenham community.
Jack will be missed and will be fondly remembered by multiple generations of Tottenham residents.
Nary Jane Culgin and Sean Ronan says
We are so sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. He was a wonderful neighbour. Condolences to Jackie and family.
Ann Mason says
Words fail to express my deep sorrow for your loss.” “My heart goes out to you and your family.”
Ian and Vickie Witherspoon says
Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss. You could always count on a smile and a good story whenever we met. He will be missed by many.
Laurie Elmer says
Thank you, grandpa will always be remembered for his smile and his great stories
Barbara and Wayne Courtney says
Our condolences to the family. I know how much he will be missed .. He was a great guy and I always enjoyed having a laugh or two with him.
Sharon Duggan & Peter Shmagola says
Our sincerest condolences Jackie, Patti and family. He lived a great life and there are many wonderful memories and stories to remember. A great loss to our community as well.
Janet Thomson says
Dear Jack and Patricia and family, we Thomson girls are so saddened to hear of Jack Sr’s passing! He was a class act in every way! To hear that Jack was young Jack’s best friend is not at all surprising as we girls have witnessed the incredible love between these lovely men! We know that Jack will be missed terribly by many in our little Tottenham community but we hope there’s comfort in knowing that Jack left his mark and will be remembered very fondly! We feel privileged that we were able to share some memories and have Jack at the Thomson sale a couple of years ago! He bought some of our father Bob Thomson’s tires and he paid a fair price with a smile. A class act and a lovely man! So sorry for your loss! Take care.
Laurie Elmer says
It was so nice to read your kind words about my grandpa. Happy to know others saw him as a class act too
Evelyn Wadden says
So sorry to hear of Jack’s passing,my condolences to you and your family.
Bob Nordstrom says
Jack, Patti and family,
We extend our deepest sympathies for the loss of Jack. Such a wonderful man, with a great sense of humour. Jack will be greatly missed by all who knew him, and by anyone that took the time to share in on of those great conversations.
The Nordstrom Family
Laurie Elmer says
Thank you, grandpa always enjoyed a good conversation with with good friends
Dalyce and Dan McCabe says
Jack&Patty
So sorry for your loss. I always called him Gramps. I will miss seeing him around town. I am sure you will have great memory’s of him, keep them close to your heart
Dalyce and Dan
Margaret & Cheryl Phillips and family says
Our sympathy to the Elmer family. Jack was one of a kind, RIP Jack.
Theresa Wainwright says
Patty and Jack, it feels like we’ve lost another icon of the community. Everyone always loved running into “Old Jack” in the grocery store or around town. He and I discussed our dinner plans in the aisles of Foodland many times. He usually asked what time he should be there for dinner. I was already missing seeing him around as he got out less in the last few years. Sorry for your loss, Rick and I are thinking of you both.❤️
Laurie Elmer says
Thank you, grandpa enjoyed making people laugh and a chance for a dinner invite
Pegeen Stopford says
Sad to think of Tottenham without Jack Elmer. He was a great guy, really friendly. He helped us so much when we were youngsters building a house for my mother. Not only did he excavate, he gave us a ton of really good advice. Condolences to all his kin. Anderson/Stopfords, 5th Line.
Laurie Elmer says
Thank you, grandpa was always ready with advice on just about anything, I will miss that
Keith and Donna Reynolds says
Our condolences on the passing of Jack. May your memories help get you through this difficult time.
Kenny Groen says
Condolences to the Elmer family on the loss of Jack, he was a very wise man with many stories to tell, l always enjoyed my visits with him, called him Father Jack, may he Rest In Peace
Laurie Elmer says
Thank you for listening to all those stories.
Linda &Doug Gill says
Our sincere condolences during this time. Another of our Timmies regulars is gone but will not be forgotten.
Rest in peace Jack Sr.
Rebecca and Peter Ouellet says
We are sending our love and condolences. Jack was always our “go to guy” in the older days. Great neighbour and would always help out when needed. Will miss seeing him going down the 4th line in the tractor.
Laurie Elmer says
Thank you, grandpa took pride in being the “go to guy “
Roy LeBlanc says
So sorry for your loss Jack was a good man
John Archibald says
Jack and Patty:
Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your Dad. He was a great guy. Cherish your memories.
John & Anne Archibald
Donna Knapp says
To Jack Jr. and family,
My sincere sympathy on the loss of Jack Sr. I did not know him well but I found him to be always friendly and a gentleman. He will be missed.
merv &ANNA MCDOWELL says
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Carol-Ann Hadfield-Short says
Sincere condolences to Jack and Patti, Laurie and Todd, Jonah and Sam, and all who loved Jack Sr.
Laurie Elmer says
Thank you for your condolences
Lori, Jean Cochrane and Kevin Hollingshead says
Our deepest condolences to The Elmer family. He was a fantastic man and a great neighbour! He will be sadly missed.
Ron and Gail Cadeau says
We’ll miss Jack’s quick wit and ready smile. Our thoughts are with you and your family, Jackie. Your Dad will surely be missed.
Debbie & Al Longland says
Jack and Family, sending our sincere condolences. Always enjoyed our little chats when he came in to pay the taxes.
Debbie & Al Longland
Barb Rowley says
Jack Jr. Patsy and Family,
Our heartfelt condolenses in the passing of Jack Sr.
Barb & John Rowley and Family
John genova says
My deepest condolences to the Elmer family. Jack was one of the first persons I met when my family moved to tottenham 1981. Will miss you
Joanne Mabee says
We are sorry for your loss prayers and thoughts are being sent to all of Jack’s family and friends Joanne &Paul Mabee
Peggy Trainor says
Dear Jackie, Patty and family
Sending much love at this sad time. We have fond memories of shared breakfasts at the Cedar Kitchen and we will always remember his beautiful smile and twinkling eyes.
Peggy and John
Anne Goodman says
My condolences on the passing of dearest Uncle Jack. Many fond memories will be in my heart forever.
Love always,
Cousin Anne Goodman
Cindy Elmer says
Dear Jack, Patty, Laurie, Samantha and Jonah,
Thinking of you all,
Uncle Jack lived a wonderful life, on his terms, and to the beat of his own drum. He always had a twinkle in his eyes and a smile to be shared with friends. He will be missed.
Sending condolences and healing hugs to you.
Love Aunt Sylvia, Cindy, Richard and Jenny
Deborah R Creelman says
Rest In Peace Uncle Jack . You will be missed by all your B.C. family. We love you and are sending big hugs filled with love and prayers. To Jackie and his family we gather around you all in spirit. We hope your days ahead will bring you comfort. We love you.
Salina McGoey says
Jack, Patty and family.
Sending you our deepest sympathy for your loss. He was a staple to our community and will be greatly missed.
Mike and Salina McGoey.
Gary and Susan Coleman says
Jackie and family—we are so sorry for your loss. Jack was a true character and a great guy. Our deepest condolences to the whole family.
Terry Doucet says
hello Jack Jr, and family , sorry to hear about your loss,Jack Sr. was a great guy, I enjoyed looking after his automotive needs at the store, he always had a great sense of humour and made my staff and I laugh , RIP Jack
Laurie Elmer says
Thank you, grandpa always enjoyed making people laugh
JESS PROTHERO says
So sorry to hear of Jack’s passing,