Book of Memories for John Kubilius

Story shared: The Neighbour

Sun, 26 Nov 2017 15:40:29 EST

Thinking of your husband, father, father-in-law and grandfather. I did not know John for very long but what I did know was that he was a really good neighbour. He always had a smile and came to help solve my problems more than once -- I never had to ask he just did. I knew John as a gentle, good natured and very tolerant neighbour (never complained about my zoo) and always smiling. I also knew John as a very patient man and thoroughly enjoyed the Monday bowling days. I do miss him very much.

Story shared: The Door Slam

Sat, 17 Dec 2016 15:34:36 EST

In the 1980's, John Kubilius (or J.K. as his crew called him) was Electrical Asst. Foreman at Dofasco #2 Melt Shop. He was an excellent Supervisor and a pleasure to work under. J.K. knew first hand the sometimes difficult tasks of the job of 'Shift Electrician' , and never pressured his men to do more than what was reasonable. A real swell guy.

A considerate gesture I remember fondly about J.K. was... He would arrive at work about 6:30 AM, before the other Bosses, walk past the Electrical Lunchroom and down the hall to his Office, where he would deliberately SLAM the door loudly, ...and wait in his Office for several minutes. I'm certain this 'door slam' was a signal to the sleepy night-shift Electricians in the lunch room to 'have your eyes open' when I come in shortly to collect the Shift Report paperwork, and I won't catch anyone 'sleeping on the job'.

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Condolence From McMaster OT Class of '94

Sat, 03 Dec 2016 10:57:36 EST

Our thoughts are with you and your family, Lara, at this time of sadness. xo

Condolence From Judy and Don Scott

Thu, 01 Dec 2016 14:25:58 EST

We were deeply saddened to hear the news of John's passing. We will miss greeting him during our daily walk as he headed over to exercise and chatting with him at bowling. He will be missed in our community and by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Judy and Don Scott

Condolence From LUCILLE LIBOIRON

Thu, 01 Dec 2016 01:17:50 EST

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND THE FAMILY AT THIS SAD TIME.

Condolence From Peter & Kathy Skale

Wed, 30 Nov 2016 20:12:07 EST

So sorry to hear of John's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With deepest sympathy. Sincerely Peter,Kathy,Emily and Matthew Skale

Condolence From Pat & Howie Smith

Wed, 30 Nov 2016 11:25:10 EST

Dear Sheila So sorry to hear about John. Our thoughts are with you. pat & Howie Smith

Condolence From KipSmiths

Wed, 30 Nov 2016 09:27:08 EST

Beth, Katy, Josh & the entire Kubilius Family: May the passage of time ease your hearts & minds. We are thinking of you. Sincerely, KipSmiths

Condolence From Tony &Anne DiFebo

Wed, 30 Nov 2016 09:15:51 EST

We are sorry to learn of the passing of John.His wonderful smile and his thoughtful way with everyone he encountered will surely be missed.Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Condolence From Gwen Phillips

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 21:26:31 EST

My sympathies and thoughts are with you Sheila and with Beth, Barb, Lara and their families. John was always cheerful whenever I saw him on his way to the gym and when he drove yourself and me to bowling each week. RIP John you will be sadly missed.

Condolence From Carole Chapple

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 18:06:27 EST

Dear Sheila and family, Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you at this sad time. I will miss your husband John walking past my house regularly with gym bag in hand. Carole 3 Timber Trail

Condolence From Gail and Reg Rea

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 16:56:00 EST

It is with sadness that we we learned of John's sudden passing. It was through bowling and bocce that I came to know John. Our deepest condolences to Sheila and family and our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.

Condolence From Dan Hicks

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 16:55:43 EST

So sorry to hear of John's passing. It seems like yesterday that I was chatting with him in the clubhouse gym & I'll always remember his early morning sunrise greetings at Chippewa Creek for so many years - always first tee time - for a first rate guy. Deepest condolences Sheila and family. Dan & Bonny Hicks

Condolence From Beverlee (Bambi) Busch

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 16:49:54 EST

So sad you have left us, John. You were like a father to me. I always appreciated coming over to your house growing up. You always kept your door open to me, which I so appreciated. Sharing family meals with the Kubilius clan was always special. May your soul rest in peace in heaven. Love to you Sheila, Beth, Barb, Lara and all the family. Love Bambi xoxo

Condolence From Shirley and Don Hopkins

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 14:38:01 EST

Sheila and family We are sorry to hear of the passing of John. We will be missed in our Garth Trails community

Condolence From James Murphy

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 13:15:11 EST

Sheila, I will certainly miss the conversations John and I shared every morning at 8:00am in the gym. Rosemarie and I are so sorry for your loss.

Condolence From Darlene McCauley

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 12:20:08 EST

Dear Sheila and family, I'm so very sorry to hear you've lost John. His familiar, smiling face will be really missed in the community. Know that you have an amazing support system of neighbours in Garth Trails who will jump in whenever you need them. With deepest sympathy, Darlene McCauley 7 Tallforest Trail Garth Trails

Condolence From Laurel Gay

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 11:46:50 EST

Sheila, So sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers

Condolence From Orien and Joan Calver

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 11:26:51 EST

Sheila and family So shocked and sorry to read about John's passing . John played with us on our first bocce team. He was a quiet, polite, competitive team member. We had not seen him since bocce ended this year but he had looked so healthy. We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Condolence From Kelly West

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 11:14:20 EST

Sheila, my deepest sympathies on your loss. John will be missed by his many friends here in Garth Trails.

Condolence From Gord and Linda Stubbs

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 10:41:51 EST

Sheila we are so sorry to hear of John's passing. Gord of course knew John for many years at Dofasco. I played Bocci on John's team and this year bowled on his team. He will be missed.

Condolence From Roger and Kelly Duck

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 08:14:57 EST

Our deepest condolences to Beth and the entire family. We pray your memories comfort you and remind you of how lucky you were to share your life with such an incredible human being.

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