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Carlo Miceli posted a condolence
Sunday, October 8, 2023
I met John some 44 years ago as a teenage kid at a music store I worked at in Windsor, Ontario when John worked for Yamaha and boy did he ever leave an impression! He was smart, funny, talented, generous, kind and had a personality bigger than all of Cape Breton Island with an amazing memory. I was hoping to look him up when I finally made it out to the east coast, but that was not meant to be. Rest in peace John and even thou I had met you only one time at the music store where I worked when I was just a kid, I never forgot your bigger then life personality.
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Anne Marie posted a condolence
Sunday, July 2, 2023
Lois & family,
We send our sympathy to you on Johnnie's recent passing.Thinking of you during this difficult time.
May the memories of his well lived life give you strength in the days ahead.
Anne Marie (MacIsaac) & Brian Boone
Sackville,NS
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Terrence MacDonald posted a condolence
Sunday, June 18, 2023
To Lois and Family :
Hi Lois , I was very sorry to read about Johnnie’s passing , A Great musician ! A funny guy ! Enjoyed working with him , just like I did working with you. May he Rest In Peace .
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Erin MacDonald posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
My Dad, Ivan Melanson played with Johnnie for many years in many different bands, playing many types of music. He considered him a friend and had tremendous respect for him. Hope they are having one hell of a jam session up there. Rest in peace Johnnie.
Erin Melanson MacDonald
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Gord Poth posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
It is with deep sadness I learn of the passing of Johnny, whom Geri and I met so many years ago in New Victoria! We would gather at the house to visit and in Toronto when they lived there. Geri was so excited when Johnny introduced her to Waylon Jennings a young up and comer of the day! We loved listening to Johnny play the piano and did that so often when we got together. So many memories and good times of the past! God Bless you Johnny and I know heaven has received another wonderful and magical musician! Gord Poth.
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Bennett & Mabel McKenzie posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Sending our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to Lois and family on the passing of a legend. We knew Johnny all the way back to the 70's and loved his musical talent, that he shared so gracefully with us all. May he rest in peace.
Bennett and Mabel McKenzie
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Mel Aucoin posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Lois,Lynda & John Anthony,
The loss of Johnny can not be filled in our family. We have been through good times & bad in life but always been a strong & loving family. We lost another branch of our family tree but we know he is now on the Aucoin Hill in heaven with many love ones watching over us with love & playing Bumble Boogie, RIP Brother.
Love, Melvin, Bunchie & family
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Debra Legere posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Auntie Lois, Lynda, John & families,
We are deeply sorry for your loss and saddened by the passing of Uncle Johnny. He brought joy to the lives of all who had the pleasure to know him. He was one-of-a-kind and his memory will live on forever. Sending our love to you all.
Deb, Peter, & Alexandra
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Marie Chiasson posted a condolence
Monday, June 5, 2023
My heartfelt condolences to Lois and family. I bought the house they shared on Kilkenny Lake Rd. It was a pleasure dealing with Johnny during the transaction and considered him a friend since. May he RIP. God bless.
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Anita (Allen) Webb posted a condolence
Monday, June 5, 2023
My condolences Lois and family, Johnny Aucoin was a household name here in South Bar. So many great memories of listening to Johnny play. My heart goes out to your family and close friends. Hugs and prayers xo
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Winston and Rose Cameron posted a condolence
Monday, June 5, 2023
So sorry to hear the shocking news of Johnny’s sudden passing.
Our deepest condolences to Lois and all the family.He was one of a kind
A fabulous musician and great joke and storyteller
He’ll be sadly missed.RIP dear friend
Winston and Rose
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Elly Ferguson posted a condolence
Monday, June 5, 2023
To the AuCoin Family
We hope you can find comfort knowing Johnny's talent and love brought joy to all those around him.
Elly and Dave Ferguson
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Jody Sutherland posted a condolence
Sunday, June 4, 2023
Lois, Lynda and John:
We were devastated to hear of Johnny’s passing. Johnny has been my friend for more than fifty years. He was a real gentleman and a true friend. He has left a void in our hearts and we will never forget him. May God bless you in your sorrow.
Jody & Philomena Sutherland
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Valerie Victor posted a condolence
Sunday, June 4, 2023
So sorry to hear about John what a wonderful person. Met him in the 70 when he was a rep for pianos and organs. we had a store in Thunder Bay and he would come here. Rest in peace John.
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Bobby Gerard posted a condolence
Sunday, June 4, 2023
In the mid-1970s, John AuCoin Sr. And myself took a flight from Cape Breton to the Toronto area to visit Melvin and brother Johnny AuCoin. We had a great week, for sure! I will never forget one particular evening when Johnny took us to a music store where he sat down at a beautiful white grand piano and played that piano until it was begging for mercy! I fondly remember Johnny saying to me as he was playing some boogie-woogie, “Watch my left hand, Bobby!” I enjoyed that evening so much as I listened, in awe, at Johnny’s great improvisation skills. He certainly loved to entertain everyone. Rest in peace, Johnny. You will certainly be missed but remembered so strongly.
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David MacDonald posted a condolence
Sunday, June 4, 2023
I remember Johnny since I was young jamming around the kitchens in New Waterford. He was a huge personality that will be greatly missed and fondly remembered.
David MacDonald
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john(ticker) mcintyre posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, June 4, 2023
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sorry to hear of Johnny,s passing.john{ticker}McIntyre
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Betty Wilsack posted a condolence
Saturday, June 3, 2023
Dear Lois, We were so sorry to read of Johnny,s death. We so enjoyed the times we spent with you both in Florida. Thinking of you with love and prayers! Betty, Margie and Linda
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Lloyd Edmond posted a condolence
Saturday, June 3, 2023
I have many fond memories of the Sunday nights I spent at Aunt Alice & John's home, during my childhood, playing with Johnny & Melvin. We had such great times at their home. Johnny was a great guy and gifted musician. He will be missed.
Lloyd Edmond (Rose & Alex's son)
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Carol Ann Sheppard-Taylor posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, June 2, 2023
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Lois, Lynda, John & Family~~Our deepest sympathy on learning of Johnny's passing. We loved hearing the stories of get-togethers at AuCoin's many years ago from both Ma and Da. Keep memories close, they last a lifetime. Know that we are thinking of you all during this difficult time. Carol Ann, Mark and Blair Sheppard
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Justus Doiron posted a condolence
Friday, June 2, 2023
I was lucky enough to get a chance to know John the past few years as he would always come to visit us at the Canadian Tire in Bayer’s Lake. He became a close friend of mine as we would share stories and laughs whenever he’d come in. I am very thankful for the time I was able to spend with John, he was a great man and he will truly be missed. Rest In Peace Johnny AuCoin.
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Evelyn Morrison posted a condolence
Friday, June 2, 2023
Lois, Lynda and John, our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Evelyn, Heather and Sandy
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Linda Cutting posted a condolence
Thursday, June 1, 2023
I’m so very sorry for your loss John was a great man and had a wonderful sense of humour , I spent many a time in the waiting area of the Canadian Tire Bayer’s Lake service centre listening to his many stories about music and his family rest in peace John you will
Be sadly missed by the Auto service team at Bayer’s lake CTC
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Harold Pretty posted a condolence
Thursday, June 1, 2023
Deeply saddened to learn of John's passing. I have wonderful memories of the Sunday afternoons at the AuCoin household with the Flatops. Rest in peace old friend. Sincerely, Harold Pretty, Ottawa, ON
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Joanne L Duffett posted a condolence
Thursday, June 1, 2023
My sincere condolences to the family of Johnny Aucoin. It sounds like he was an amazing man who had a wonderful life. His obituary was written with lots of love. My mom was an Aucoin from Upper King Street in NewWaterford. Her parents were Leo and Sophie Aucoin. They’ve all passed on so there’s no one to ask if we’re distantly related. May he forever rest in peace. Amen
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wayne quinn posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, June 1, 2023
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My condolences to Johns wife and family brothers and sisters.so sad to hear of Johns passing ..John was a Pro from day one always a gentle man and would always have a chat when ever you met him any time . he had feeling to the bones when it came to playing music may he rest in peace Wayne Quinn East Bay
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Judy AuCoin posted a condolence
Thursday, June 1, 2023
Lois and family . So sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing . We had many good times together and he always made sure that we had a copy of every CD he made . They will always be cherished and enjoyed by our family . God bless . Love, Judy and Kenny Aucoin, Danielle and Stuart .
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Karen Callbeck posted a condolence
Thursday, June 1, 2023
So sorry to hear this news. I so enjoyed watching his hands float over the keys at various family events on PEI. He made it look so effortless. Condolences to Lois and all cousins. Sincerely Karen McMahon Callbeck
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Donald Schaump posted a condolence
Thursday, June 1, 2023
My condolences go out to Johnny’s family I was his only godchild.
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Irene Hart posted a condolence
Thursday, June 1, 2023
Lois and Family,
My sincere condolences on Johnny's passing. May all your memories carry you through this difficult time.
Irene Hart
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Neil Bishop posted a condolence
Thursday, June 1, 2023
To Mel and family. We're very sorry to hear of Johnny's passing and thinking of you at this time of your great loss. Love from Neil and Bess Bishop.
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Donald Mac Leod posted a condolence
Thursday, June 1, 2023
Collena and the Aucoin families:
Very sorry to read about your loss.
Please accept my sincere sympathy.
Donald Mac Leod
Homeville
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Audrey Brocklehurst posted a condolence
Thursday, June 1, 2023
To Johnny's Family:
I felt a deep sadness in my heart when I read his Obituary.
Johnny was one of the nicest men I have ever known. He was Loved by my Family. We Loved Johnny's piano playing and own one of his CD's which I will continue playing. Johnny shared a beautiful memory with my Mom and me. He said when his Dad was coming to the end of his earthly journey he said just before he died that he saw my Dad. Johnny said he didn't have a needle in his arm. Thank you Johnny for sharing that with me. You will be missed Johnny and we are all so grateful you shared your talents with us. Now you are a honky tonk Angel.
I an remembering you Johnny's Family in Prayer.
Blessings and Love
Audrey M. Brocklehurst
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Sandy and Agnes Scott posted a condolence
Thursday, June 1, 2023
Lois and family. Sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
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Georgina & tony Bennett posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Our deepest sympathy to all your family we always enjoyed listening to Johnny play
May he RIP
Tony & Georgina Bennett
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Roberta White posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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To Lois and family I wish to send my sincere condolences for the loss of such a wonderful kind and very talented gentleman.
He will be missed in the music world,that is for sure.I am so glad I have his tapes to listen too.
RIP Johnny,my friend.
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Wayne Connors posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
The world has lost a very special man; warm, friendly, a great entertainer & musician.
One memory I’d like to share, was when the Rotary Club of New Waterford hosted the District Assembly & Conference. At a formal event held in Sydney, Johnny had his piano set up at the entrance, fully attired in tuxedo, etc. he greeted the hundreds of Rotarians from the District with a smile, a warm greeting, his great musical voice, threw in many interesting stories. He was the hit of the show!
Joan & I offer our sympathy & condolences to Lois & the family to Johnny’s friends.
*Buzzy Connors
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Diana & Bernard Varcoe posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Lois, we are thinking of you and your family and are with you in spirit.
I have been listening to Johnny’s albums and remembering the happy times in the 60’s and 70’s, when we were younger. Johnny was a good man and I always loved his welcoming smile and hugs.
Johnny was a great musician and a dear friend.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Diana & Bernard Varcoe.
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Jessie.penney@iclpoud.com posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
So sorry to hear of Johnnys passing. Lovely person. Pat & Leona Penney
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John O. Wilson posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
My condolences to Lois and her family .John will be missed by all who knew him . I can remember going to the AuCoin house when I was very young they were always the best of people .Prayers said .
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Linda Louise Vance posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
I did not know Johnny very well but my mom and dad always talked about him. My mother Louise MacKay (Drover) thought there was nobody like Johnny, she loved him as did my father Ernie MacKay. You will be missed by all who loved you.
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Jean Mazalin posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Lois I am so very sorry to hear of John’s passing. He is with your darling daughter now . You were great neighbours many years ago and I for one loved hearing John play while sitting on my deck.
May he rest in peace and God give you strength to carry on.
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Alex and Jean Burchell posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Deepest condolences to Lois and family and Johnny’s brothers and sisters. He was a very nice and talented man who will be missed by all. May he rest in peace and may his memory be a blessing.
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Jack and Evelyn MacIsaac posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Dear Lois and family ..Melvin,Colleen and Elaine: Johnny may be gone but the memories of our boyhood Springpig days in Seventeen will last forever..we are saddened to learn of Johnnys passing ..he and his 1st cousin Jack’Buster’ were part of the fabric of our friendship..the Aucoin home was the ‘gathering Mecca’ for all us youngsters to enjoy the early days of TV watching the Testpattern sign on and the Howdy Doody show right thru to sign off and staring at the Native Indian in the test pattern signalling it was over..his dear mother Alice serving ‘canteen delicious bread and molasses’..Nana MacKinnon would stay with us straight thru
Faithfully’..Oh how we miss those great olden days..As a Piper I send along a silent Pipers Lament Flowers of the Forrest in his cherished memory and those gone on before.
Sincerely,
Jack and Evelyn MacISAAC
607-2677 Gladstone St.Halifax B3K 0A3
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Margaret CAMPBELL GALLAGHER posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
I remember my Father speaking highly of" young Jhonny" many years ago.He wS related to us thru the MacKinnons.I had the personal honor of meeting him at Ralph Allen's funeral.He was kind enough to take the time to expand on our oint family history .RIP Sir.
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Tom Leadbeater posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Dear Lois and family.
So sad to hear of Johnny's passing. I had the pleasure of performing with Johnny over the years....many many times and I cherished every one of them. From singing in between periods at the hockey games to performing the anthems at the Oilers games and every gig in between.
Not only did we enjoy performing together but he always had a joke for me to start things off in an upbeat manner.I don't know where he got all the jokes...that was before the internet!!
Although we hadn't seen each other for a long time, he was always present in my mind and my heart.
Rest in peace big fella...see you on side " B".
Tom Leadbeater
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Donna Pennington lit a candle
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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Dear Lois and family:
Sending my deepest condolences on Johnny’s passing. I had the opportunity of meeting Johnny on several occasions, he was humble, quick witted and one talented musician. Lean on each other, cherish the memories. RIP Johnny
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Pat Almon posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Dear Lois and family. Many a laugh we had with you and Johnny. May he Rest In Peace. Pat Almon.
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Judy Sheppard lit a candle
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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Sending my deepest condolences to the AuCoin Family..Johnny was a huge part of my childhood memories growing up in New Victoria…he was a good friend to my brothers…played the old piano in our living room…and later went to many gatherings when he and Lois lived in Victoria Mines…such a huge loss to all who knew and loved him and his musical talent…I bid you good night Johnny…rest easy.
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Gen Fogarty/Kevin Primmer posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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Johnny was a big part of our lives in Florida and at home. Always a joke to tell or play our favourite songs that wil keep his memory alive in our hearts. We wish Lois and family all the best. R. I. P. Johnny. Gen Fogarty/Kevin Primmer
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joe waye Posted May 31, 2023 at 8:19 AM
Very very saddened to hear of the passing of my friend Johnny . Truly a great guy and monster pianist. Had many laughs ( no one could tell a joke like Johnny) and many great gigs sharing the stage with him ...R.I.P. Johnny .. Sending love to Lois and her family ....Joe Waye Jr.
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Lloyd and Ann Sheppard lit a candle
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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Known by many and loved by all. Deepest condolences to the AuCoin family. New Victoria lost one of our best.
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Delores Henick posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
So sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing .What a wonderful man ,so talented and so humble ,always a smile and a big handshake !One of a kind !Condolences to Lois snd all the family .He will certainly be missed .
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Fernand &Paulette Larade posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
We always loved seeing Johnny come in to the Legion in Cheticamp and join Wendell Roach on stage. Loved watching him play that piano. Sincere condolences to his family. cherish all the good memories. May he RIP.
Fernand & Paulette Larade
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Elaine House posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
So sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing he played many a Saturday afternoon at Sobeys Sydney River and everyone loveed him .He was such a kind soul and a true gentleman .My deepest sympathy.
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Christopher Edwards posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
So sorry to hear of Johnny's passing. Had the pleasure of meeting him at UCCB many years ago,as he showed me around the Yamaha he happened to be using. Amazing talent and gentlemen. Condolences to Steve and family.
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Ray posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
My wife and I had the pleasure of meeting Johnny and Lois at Laura's wedding and he and I subsequently played golf and had a few laughs together. I have thought about him often over the years.
Lois and family, please accept our condolences on your great loss. We will continue to think about Johnny fondly.
Brenda and Ray MacNeil
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Aleah (Ratchford)MacNeil posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Sorry to read of the loss of an old neighbour.I think my uncle Russell Ratchford was the most frequent visitor at the Aucoin kitchen parties but there was a lot of talent gathered together there!My brother Guy tried to make them more Scottish by referring to their Dad as Johnnie MacCoin!Rest in peace at the heavenly celidh!
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Joanne & Duncan Gillis lit a candle
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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Lois & Family.Our deepest condolences on the passing of Johnny.He was a true gentleman with a great sense of humor. I am sure he is having a great chat with my late dad Earl.RIP Johnny.
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Gary and Debbie Chew posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
I had the pleasure of playing with Johnny is our band Flyte , Johnny, myself, and Kenny Greene who he will be joining in the big band in the sky had many great nights together and had lots of stories to tell, rip my friend, deepest condolences from Debbie and i
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Barry and Beverly Campbell posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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Lois, Linda, and John and families. Please except our sincere condolences and prayers. Johnny was one of a kind and we were very lucky to have known him. Barry and Bev Campbell
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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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My condolences to Louis and family on Johnny’s passing my god rest his soul. Marlene (Shirley Schaump’s)daughter…Hugs girl
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Mary(Fraser)Phillips lit a candle
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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So sorry to hear about Johnny. Condolences to Lois, his children, Melvin, Collena, Elaine and Stevie. I have loving memories with him. May your beautiful memories bring you comfort in the sad days ahead.
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Yvonne Schaump White posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Oh Lois and family what can I say. Lois as you know Johnny was like an uncle to me, It seemed when I was growing up he was always at mom and dads. Johnny Cacoon always to me, when i was a youngster I could not pronounce Aucoin so it was cacoon. lol
It was the last thing we joked about. Much love from the Schaump family and lots of hugs.
Love Yvonne
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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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Fr. Gerry White posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Sincerest prayers and condolences being sent to his dear family on Johnny’s passing to the Lord. No doubt he is now playing for the Heavenly Choir.
Johnny was one of the finest pianists I have ever heard and he was always the consummate gentleman, very much a leader and such a joy at a party.
I will remember him in my Mass this weekend and pray his family will receive the grace they need as they move forward carrying his legacy in their hearts.
Blessings…Fr. Gerry White
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Alda Breen Posted May 30, 2023 at 11:23 PM
Sending sincere condolences to Johnny's family. I met him through 'Singing Peter' MacDonald and enjoyed the stories Peter used to tell me about their nights on the road, especially while recording. I have moved to Dartmouth so will be unable to attend but know you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
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