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Oickle; John David

April 25, 2015 115 Condolences

Oickle;

OICKLE – John David, 77, of Milton, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Ryan Hall, Bridgewater on Thursday, April 23rd, 2015 in the arms of his loving wife and children.
Born in Halifax, he was the adopted son of the late Harold and Blanche (Dagley) Oickle.
John was a former Canada Manpower employee in Liverpool having worked with the department for over 33 years. In his retirement, he worked as a chauffeur for the former Bowater Mersey Paper Company in Brooklyn. In his early years, he enjoyed playing baseball, basketball and hockey and coaching hockey. He was an avid golfer until the end. Nothing made John’s face light up as much as when he spoke of his love for his family. A fierce competitor on the floor, the field, the ice and with his disease. Never a quitter and he instilled that in his children.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years Lillian (Roy), his daughter Karen (Clayton) Smith of Brooklyn, his son David (Natalie) of Milton, his grandchildren Jennifer Smith (Ryan Neilson) and Darren Smith, Keegan and Norah Oickle, his sister Grace Chaban of Brantford, ON, and his brother John (Karen) Burchell of Brule, NS.
He was predeceased by his brother George.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool where a visitation will take place on Sunday, May 3rd, 2015 from 2 until 4 p.m.. A private family graveside will be held at a later time. Family flowers only, donations may be made to the Parkinson’s Society of Nova Scotia. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com

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  1. Peter & Joanie Davies

    April 25, 2015 at 5:08 pm

    Lil, and family,
    Please accept our condolences on John’s passing. He can now rest in peace. It has been a long road. Will keep you in our prayers. God Bless, and find comfort in the wonderful memories., hugsxoxo

  2. Colleen Harris Smith

    April 25, 2015 at 5:10 pm

    Dear Lil, Dave and Nat and the rest of Oickle clan;
    Very sorry for your loss, wish I was near and able to give you all a big hug!
    Colleen, Tristan, Sophie and Madeleine
    Kelowna, BC

  3. Mary Richardson

    April 25, 2015 at 6:01 pm

    Thinking of you Lillian and also your family at this time. My deepest sympathy.

  4. Ira and Brenda Huskins

    April 25, 2015 at 6:09 pm

    Sorry to read of the passing of John. Remember the hockey games and seeing John on the golf course. Sympathy to his family.

  5. Gordon and Jackie Eisnor

    April 25, 2015 at 6:27 pm

    Lillian,Karen,David and Family:Very sad to hear of John’s passing.I got to know John while playing hockey.First for the Liverpool Rovers in the South Shore Hockey League,then for the Liverpool Blues and later for the Liverpool Oldtimers.We were always on the same team.A super guy,whom I am sure will be greatly missed.

  6. Duncan & Goretti Mac Isaac

    April 25, 2015 at 6:44 pm

    To John’s family;

    A true gentleman has left our presence here on Earth to receive his just reward. Nothing made John’s face light up as much as when he spoke of his love for his family. A fierce competitor on the floor, the field, the ice and with his disease. Never a quitter and he instilled that in his children. We will miss you John; but you will live on in the goodness you spread in those you touched.

    Take care of each other.
    Dunc & Goretti Mac Isaac

  7. Viola & Ivan Doncaster

    April 25, 2015 at 7:07 pm

    Dear Lil, Dave & Natalie, Karen & Clayton and families. May the love John shared throughout his lifetime, live forever in your hearts as you journey through the months and years ahead. You have been a loving and faithful family caring for John as Parkinson’s changed the person you had known and loved. May the many fond memories you have shared and the love & prayers of family and friends bring you a source of comfort in this difficult time. Thank you Natalie for introducing John and Lil to us. Our lives are blessed for knowing them. God bless you all, love, hugs & prayers, Viola & Ivan Doncaster.

  8. Leo Campbell

    April 25, 2015 at 7:09 pm

    Rest well my friend!
    I will always remember the good times.

  9. TJ Armstrong

    April 25, 2015 at 7:17 pm

    Dear Lillian and Family:

    John was a true gentleman and I thoroughly enjoyed his company at the golf course and any other time that I ran into him around town. He was a great athlete and an even better man – He will be missed by all of us and my thoughts are with you all.

    Sincerely,
    TJ

  10. John & Peggy Whynot

    April 25, 2015 at 7:21 pm

    Dear Lil and family:
    We are so sorry to hear of John’s passing. We are thinking of all of you with heartfelt sympathy at this very sad time.

  11. Shannon & Corey Hartlen

    April 25, 2015 at 7:42 pm

    Lil, Dave, Nat, Norah, Keagan and Family,
    Please know we’re thinking of all of you and if there is anything we can do at all, we are here. May John find peace now that he is at rest. Xoxox

  12. Gail Whynot

    April 25, 2015 at 7:48 pm

    Lillian & family.

    Sorry to hear of Johns passing. I considered him a friend. He always had something to say to make me laugh.
    Will his sense of humor. Gail & Robbie

  13. Janet and George Fletcher

    April 25, 2015 at 8:10 pm

    Lillian and family: We were sorry to hear about John. Our thoughts and our prayers are with your family.

  14. Lloyd & Joan Black

    April 25, 2015 at 8:15 pm

    Dear Karen & Family:

    Our serious condolences to all of you on the loss of your Dad. We are holding you in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Much Love & Hugs Lloyd & Joan

  15. Natalie & Kevin Fennell

    April 25, 2015 at 8:19 pm

    Dear Dave, Natalie, Keegan, Norah,
    So sorry to hear of your loss. Our condolences to you and the rest of the Oickle family. You are all in our prayers at this very sad time.

    Kevin and Natalie

  16. Barb and Brian Fralic

    April 25, 2015 at 8:20 pm

    Lillian, Karen and Dave,
    So sorry to hear of John’s passing. I do believe it is a blessing, knowing how hard it has been on you all. Hold the good memories close to your heart. I will miss seeing him and the big hug he all ways had for me. 🙂 Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Love Barb and Brian

  17. Lannie and Judy Francis

    April 25, 2015 at 8:23 pm

    Lillian and family, just want to let you know that our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

  18. Marilyn Whynot

    April 25, 2015 at 9:18 pm

    To Lil and family there are no words to take away the heart break but just to let you all know my thoughts are with you all. John was a wonderful person and lived his life to the fullest and now he is at peace RIP John

  19. Kirk and Donna Whynot

    April 25, 2015 at 9:32 pm

    To John’s Family, so sorry for your loss, you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

  20. George and Pat Mansfield

    April 25, 2015 at 9:44 pm

    Sorry to hear of John’s passing. Last visited him in September when we were in NS.

  21. Nelson Whynot

    April 25, 2015 at 10:32 pm

    Lil, and family,
    Please accept our condolences on John’s passing.I was honoured to have the privilege to be with John , in his time and need . John talked so highly of his family , Dave John thought the world of you never a day went by how he mention how proud he was of you and your complishments you made in your life . Karen John mentioned your beautiful children , his grandchildren how proud. He was of them always wanting to be with them , they were his pride and joy and you being his daughter how much he loved you ,I send you and Dave my deepest condolence and. Drear sweet Lillian you was a pleasure to meet and the concern and emotions you had each time you visit , if I could only take away the pain you endured each time you visit I do anything I could for you . Thank you from the bottom of my heart for allowing me to get to know your family my heart goes out to you in this time and need if ever I can be there for you and your family please don’t hesitate to call on me from myself and my family I give you our deepest condolence . May God Bless You My. Friend I Will Always Remember you Your Buddy Nelson , Till We. Meet Again.

  22. Rika Bolivar

    April 25, 2015 at 10:57 pm

    sorry to hear of John`s passing , may he rest in peace

  23. Joyce & John Bolivar

    April 25, 2015 at 10:58 pm

    Thinking of you all at this sad time.

  24. Judy Hyson

    April 25, 2015 at 11:13 pm

    Dear Lillian and family.I am so very sorry to hear about John.He was a wonderful man.May he rest in Peace/

  25. Larry Tiffany

    April 25, 2015 at 11:34 pm

    Lil, Karen, and Dave:
    Joni and I are sincerely wishing you peace and comfort in your lives. John was a good friend and brother-in-law that was truly loved and respected by our entire family. His last few years were painful for the entire Oickle family. We pray that you may be strengthened and comforted at this time, knowing that John is doing much better now, and hope that you can remember all the good times you’ve had as a family. We love you and express our sincere sympathy and condolences.

  26. Crystal Roy

    April 26, 2015 at 4:55 am

    We are very saddened to read of John’s passing. He was a wonderful person. May you all find comfort in each other for the trying days ahead,

    Crystal, William, Maggie & Megan

  27. Terry & Carol Whynott

    April 26, 2015 at 8:17 am

    Our condolences to all the family.

  28. Walter and Sherri Miller

    April 26, 2015 at 8:55 am

    Lillian,Karen,David and families, Our condolences to you all at this sad time.Always remember the good times.John was a great person without a doubt.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  29. RON LAING

    April 26, 2015 at 9:00 am

    VERY SORRY BY JOHN’S PASSING WE PLAYED A LOT OF BALL IN OUR EARLY YEARS WILL MISS SEEING HIM WHEN I COME HOME IN THE SUMMER.RON LAING ST .THOMAS

  30. Irving and Jeanette Whynot

    April 26, 2015 at 9:40 am

    Lillian and family So sorry to hear of Johns passing .Our thoughts are with you at this sad time .

  31. Betty Everett

    April 26, 2015 at 9:52 am

    Lillian and family .So sorry to hear of Johns passing .My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time .

  32. Maurice/Betty Whynott

    April 26, 2015 at 9:55 am

    Lillian and. Family, we are so sorry for your loss.John was a wonderfull person and well liked. He will be greatly missed. Or deepest Sympathy and prayers to you .

  33. Jeanette Toplis

    April 26, 2015 at 10:11 am

    Lillian and family.Thinking of you with heartfelt sympathy at this very sad time.

  34. Brad Tiffany

    April 26, 2015 at 10:42 am

    Aunt Lil and Family – Nancy and my thoughts and prayers go out to you this week and always. Uncle John has always been one of my favorites. Playing catch, shooting hoops, or golfing together are memories I will cherish the rest of your life. Another memory I will remember is all the love, support, and sacrifice you all had over the last 10 years for John during his illness. We love you.
    Brad and Nancy

  35. Hugh&Pat Dixon

    April 26, 2015 at 11:03 am

    To Lillian &Family
    So sorry to hear of John,s passing.
    Thinking of you all at this difficult time.

  36. Manson & Nancy White

    April 26, 2015 at 11:10 am

    Lil & Family: Our thoughts are with you at this time. Trust John is enjoying his trip to Barbados and all the treasures. RIP

    Love,
    Manson & Nancy

  37. Dennis & Sherri Harrington

    April 26, 2015 at 11:23 am

    To The Family,
    So very sorry for your loss, sending sincere condolence to the family .

  38. Rosalee and Murray Smith

    April 26, 2015 at 12:25 pm

    Lil and family – sorry to hear of John’s passing – we have good memories of him from the golf course – and you surely have many more … – please accept our sincere sympathies.

    Rosalee and Murray

  39. Sandra Turpin

    April 26, 2015 at 12:57 pm

    Dear Lil and Family:

    I was so deeply saddened to hear of John’s passing. Please accept my most sincere sympathy at this most difficult and sad time. May God Bless You All.

  40. Cahy de Rome

    April 26, 2015 at 1:02 pm

    Lil and family,
    Sincere condolences on John’s passing. This has certainly been a long, difficult road the past few years for John and his family. Hold onto the many memoies to help you through the days ahead.

  41. Linda Lucier

    April 26, 2015 at 1:22 pm

    Lillian and family, I’m happy that you have finally come to the end of this very difficult journey.You have all gone through anguish with John,and the struggle was huge . John can finally rest,and has indeed gone home.
    You will miss him ,and remember all the good times. We loved John, and will never forget the wonderful times we spent together. Take care and be at peace.

  42. Norma & Leon Robertson

    April 26, 2015 at 1:46 pm

    Lil, So sorry for your loss. Our deepest thoughts and prayers to the family. there is another star in the sky for John. RIP. no more pain.

  43. Bill & Grace Chaban

    April 26, 2015 at 2:20 pm

    Lil and Family – Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Thinking of you all at this time.
    John B will be there to represent the Burchell Family.

  44. Carole& Sam Sampson

    April 26, 2015 at 3:00 pm

    Lillian and Family
    Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all, at this time.

  45. Nelson and Liz Boland

    April 26, 2015 at 4:35 pm

    Lil and family, so sorry to hear of John’s passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you and family.

  46. Shirley Melanson

    April 26, 2015 at 4:49 pm

    Dear Lillian,So sorry to hear of John’s passing.You will know that he is in a better place,but it’s always so hard for that final day.

  47. Allan & Beth LaRocque

    April 26, 2015 at 5:09 pm

    We knew that John had been ill for some time,never the less we were sadden upon hearing of his death.To Lil and family our deepest condolences.

  48. Dave and Colette Kemshead

    April 26, 2015 at 5:21 pm

    Lil, David, Karen and family:

    We were so sad to hear of John’s passing. He was not only one our members at the golf course, we considered him a dear friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will meet again, J.O.

    Dave and Colette

  49. Curtis & Linda Leslie Maillett

    April 26, 2015 at 6:18 pm

    Dear Lillian, Curtis and I send you and your family our deepest sympathy on the loss of John. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. God Bless the family through these difficult days ahead. sincerely, Linda & Curtis

  50. John and Donna Murray

    April 26, 2015 at 6:32 pm

    Dear Lil and family, John is in a better place now and your efforts are so appreciated. Sincere condolences! John and Donna

  51. Murray & Myrna Wigglesworth

    April 26, 2015 at 6:43 pm

    It was sad news to hear of John’s passing. While living in Liverpool, it was always a joy whenever \I had the chance to meet and chat with John. He was an inspiration to many. Our sincerest condolences to Lillian and the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during these difficult times.

  52. Dick and Marguerite Cole

    April 26, 2015 at 7:04 pm

    Dear Lil and family, Sorry to hear of Johns passing, The trials of life are gone and only peace is his in the presence of the LORD.

  53. Daphne Ackermann

    April 26, 2015 at 7:14 pm

    Lillian and family,
    Please accept my sincere sympathy on your loss. John was a fine man. When he was working at Canada Manpower and I was at the Adult Vocational Training Module, Riverview School, he was so helpful. We had many contacts and he was always pleasant. Whenever we met on the street, after retirement, we had friendly chats. He will be missed.
    Daphne

  54. Jeff Miller

    April 26, 2015 at 8:29 pm

    Dear Lil, Karen, David and Family,

    I always enjoyed my golf with John after schools as we relived our times playing sports but what stood out most was his love for all of you and his determination in spite of his illness to do the unthinkable!! It was no great accomplishment to beat me at golf but even with him fighting Parkinson’s he taught me to never give up. When he told me the story of sky diving it affirmed all I thought I knew about John. He was not a quitter and he had a great sense of humour! Although I was sad to hear of John’s passing, I had to chuckle as I knew he would want us to remember him that way! My thoughts are with you all!! Jeff

  55. Val Conrad

    April 26, 2015 at 8:53 pm

    Lil, Karen and family – Please accept my condolences on the passing of John. It was my sincere pleasure to have worked with him and we enjoyed many fun times at work. I always enjoyed talking to him when we met and it is my pleasure to know all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.

  56. Clarke & Linda Rafuse

    April 26, 2015 at 9:22 pm

    Dear Karen, Lil and Dave:

    A time to look back on all the lovely and fun memories that were created over the years as a family and hope that it can put a sweet smile on your faces at the same time recognizing the void in your hearts. John has now embarked on a beautiful peaceful journey in which you will be with him always as he will always be with you.

    Love and a surrounding hug,
    Linda and Clarke xo

  57. Sylvia & Mike Langille

    April 26, 2015 at 9:52 pm

    Dear Lil,David,Karen & families,

    We were saddened to hear about John! Mike and I have some great memories of John’s days at the rink. He was always up for a chat and teasing about my terrible coffee(although he always came back for seconds). He will probably give them a hard time in heaven too! He was an awesome man and will be missed! Take care!
    RIP John!

  58. Susan and Butch MacLeod

    April 26, 2015 at 10:01 pm

    Lillian, David, Karen and families: Our sincere condolences. John was a wonderful man, whom we always enjoyed talking with him about sports, and family. He leaves a legacy behind and will always be remembered fondly about his work, his love for sports and his community spirit. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Susan and Butch.

  59. Gary and Donna Jollimore

    April 27, 2015 at 1:32 am

    Lil, Karen, David: Gary and I send our sincere condolences. When we left twelve years ago, John was starting his illness. We always thought about him over the years, and hoped he was doing well.. It has been a long journey, but I know, Lil, that you were always with him. Keep your memories close to help you during this difficult time. When we used to go to the dances, we always loved to watch John and you dance. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Take care of each other. Lots of love..

  60. merna RIDEOUT OLSSON

    April 27, 2015 at 2:36 am

    DEAR LILLIAN AND FAMILY PLEASE ACCEPT OUR CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF JOHN. HE WAS A KIND AND WONDERFUL MAN. HIS STRUGGLE IS OVER AND HE IS NOW AT PEACE. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS TIME.

  61. Ralph & Shirley Morton

    April 27, 2015 at 7:50 am

    Dear Lillian and family, So sorry to hear of John’s passing.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
    Cherish your many great memories and John will be with you for ever, in your mind and in your heart.

  62. Cathy & Rollie Wentzell

    April 27, 2015 at 8:51 am

    Lillian and Family,
    John has certainly touched the lives of many in our communities. He will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
    Cathy & Rollie

  63. Johnanne Lohnes

    April 27, 2015 at 9:12 am

    Dave, Nat & family,

    So sorry to hear of John’s passing, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

  64. Jackie Huskins

    April 27, 2015 at 9:23 am

    Lillian & family; +Thinking of you all at this time and remember all the good times you all had with John. Keeping you all in my prayers. Jackie

  65. Joel Zwicker

    April 27, 2015 at 9:39 am

    Lil, David, Karen and Families,

    John was one of the good ones. Working at the gold course for my entire teenage life John was one of the guys I looked up to and I can say part of who I am today is because of top notch guys like John. He is as good as they get!!

    Rest well Johnny O, we’ll catch the rang game on the other side some day!

  66. Brian Richey

    April 27, 2015 at 10:10 am

    To the Oickle family, I want to pass along my condolences on John’s passing. I worked with John when we were with the department although I was in New Glasgow at the time. I was with John on several occasions over the years on training courses and working on special projects and I have to say there was never a day that went by without being in stitches with laughter. He had a wonderful sense of humour that will be sorely missed. He was a great person.

    Brian Richey – Paradise, NL

  67. Jim & Jacqueline Peach

    April 27, 2015 at 10:32 am

    My deepest & heartfelt condolences goes out to the family. I first John in /72 when he helped me fill out forms at the Manpower Center. He always wore a smile, & took time to chat. May John enjoy his life on the other side. May God give each 1 of you the comfort you need to get through this major loss to your family. 🙁

  68. Lynda & Richard McLeod

    April 27, 2015 at 12:07 pm

    We are so very sorry for your loss, remember the good old hockey days and how nice you all were to my son Darren giving him drives to the games. Love and prayers.

  69. Alex & Pauline

    April 27, 2015 at 1:53 pm

    Hi Li ..
    We are saddened to hear of your loss.. Will see you when we get back ..

  70. Carolyn & George Parnell

    April 27, 2015 at 3:00 pm

    Sending our sincere sympathy to the family; our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

  71. Nancy Hanley

    April 27, 2015 at 3:14 pm

    Hi Lillian, my sincere condolences. I will always remember him on the basketball floor and baseball. I lost my husband in January and know what you are going through.

  72. Charlie & Heather Hearn

    April 27, 2015 at 3:34 pm

    We are sorry to hear of your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  73. Rick Pottie

    April 27, 2015 at 3:58 pm

    Going through life we can have many faces depending on our circumstances. For me, John’s face was one of smiles and laughter and whenever I was around him my face became like his. John liked his sports but he did that to be around people because he really loved people. He loved to tease and be teased and we certainty did plenty of that during our many hours together on the golf course. John is in a better place now and I’m confident he has his smiling,laughing face back. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

  74. David Whynott of mersey point

    April 27, 2015 at 4:15 pm

    Lillian, Karen and David,i am so sorry to hear of your loss, John was one of the nicest people I have ever known. My fondest memories are of all the time that was spent during hunting season on the garden road and the night he helped me drag the dear from the woods we were both trying to get.many people will remember his great humor and the laughs he shared with his many friends. bless you all and know that we share your sorrow at this very sad time.

  75. Brennan West

    April 27, 2015 at 5:04 pm

    Lillian & Family,

    I can honestly say that it was a pleasure to run into John at the golf course, the hockey rink, or serving him a drink at White Point. It was always uplifting coming home every summer and seeing John on the golf course. I am very sorry to hear of his passing. He was such a great guy and will be missed by all.

    Take care,

    Brennan

  76. Jim & Beulah Mitton

    April 27, 2015 at 5:39 pm

    Dear Lillian and family
    We were so sorry to hear about John’s passing. Losing a loved one is never easy
    but the love you’ve shared and all you memories will comfort you and your family
    and help you get through the difficult times ahead. May God’s comfort give you peace

  77. Marion Seamone

    April 27, 2015 at 6:56 pm

    Lil.David & Karen; I am sorry to hear of your loss. John will be missed by all who knew him…..may you take comfort in your precious memories ….

  78. Ruby Stevens

    April 27, 2015 at 8:11 pm

    Lillian and Family:

    My sincerest condolences to your on the loss of your Johnny. Remembering Johnny mostly from school days: He was always the same – a kind and considerate guy. Keep your best memories of him closest to your heart.

    Sincerely,
    Ruby

  79. Patti Neilson-Fraser

    April 27, 2015 at 8:17 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Cherish all the wonderful memories

  80. Daryl and Gladys Williams

    April 27, 2015 at 8:18 pm

    Lil, Karen and Dave

    We are very sorry to hear of John’s passing and send our sincere condolences.

  81. Lisa & Greg Killam

    April 27, 2015 at 8:45 pm

    I would often meet your dad biking around Milton and he would always smile and wave to me. When the helmet law came in the late 90s I passed him and he was scowling. I stopped and asked if he was okay. He said, “This damn helmet law, takes all the fun out of it…I liked the wind blowing through my hair”…and then he winked at me. He was such a nice man who had such an infectious energy. I was sad to hear that he had a physical illness because he was an athlete who never let age slow him down. When I heard that he went skydiving, I thought how special and brave he was. Nobody will replace him, but wow, what memories you will all have of this amazing, inspirational man. Our thoughts are with you.

  82. Brian & Pam Foley

    April 28, 2015 at 6:29 am

    Lillian & family, our hearts and prayers go out to you all—John was a good man.

  83. Pamela, Wayne and Paige Mansfield and Marion Bolivar

    April 28, 2015 at 9:36 am

    Dear Lil, Karen, David and families……Mom and the family are saddened by your loss. Treasure your memories and the happy times spent with John. You are all in our prayers during this difficult time

  84. Lloyd and Joan Hazlett

    April 28, 2015 at 10:26 am

    Dear Lillian: Our sincere condolence to you and your family. Lloyd and Joan Hazlett

  85. Karen and Hugh Minard

    April 28, 2015 at 10:55 am

    Lillian and family
    Sorry to hear of John’s passing, he certainly was a trooper throughout. Will miss the stonewall chats.
    Take care we are thinking of you.
    Karen, Hugh and Gordon

  86. Gary Peverelle

    April 28, 2015 at 1:26 pm

    Lillian and family my heartfelt sympathy on the loss of John. Always enjoyed talking with him. RIP John

  87. David and Pattie MacLeod

    April 28, 2015 at 3:26 pm

    Lil, Karen, Dave and Families
    With so much sadness, we just learned of John’s passing. We know that the past several years have been especially difficult for John and all of you. For so many years we enjoyed his great friendship and wit. You will all have your special memories of John. Some of them for us are sunshine days on Summerville Beach, f
    steamed clams, the awful-awful milk shakes he loved, kubba kubba, and the green bunkin, and a handsome best man. You always made us feel like family, and we love you for that.
    We are out of the country now and will miss the visitation on Sunday – please forgive us. Will call you Lil when we get home.
    We have lost a special man.
    Pattie and David

  88. Louise Kempton McCormick

    April 28, 2015 at 4:06 pm

    Dear Lillian, Karen and David,

    I was saddened to learn about your husband and father…a man I always knew as “Johnny Oickle.” I grew up 2 doors from Johnny and Blanche and often waited, somewhat patiently , on the back steps of their house while
    Johnny played basketball, hoping he would give me a turn at dunking the ball in the hoop. He always did but rarely was I successful. When I was a teenager, we moved to Liverpool and I felt so fortunate to be asked to babysit Karen while you lived on Waterloo Street and I lived on Barss Street. I remember how happy I was taking care of Karen one summer while her parents worked. Johnny was such a proud dad. I have lived in Calgary for 40 years so was not aware that he had been affected by that insidious disease called Parkinson’s. What an insult to such an athletic man! Now he is pain-free and I’m confident he is swinging a bat or golf club and playing hockey and basketball. While viewing the photos, I was thinking that you have a lot of happy memories to help you get through this difficult time. With sincere sympathy, Louise Kempton McCormick

  89. Deb and Chuck Taylor

    April 28, 2015 at 8:13 pm

    Dear Lil and family,
    John was a wonderful man who touched many people in many ways over the years. may your hearts in time be filled with warm wonderful memories of a wonderful husband ,father and grandfather.
    God Bless and help you remain strong at this time .

  90. Art Howard

    April 28, 2015 at 8:29 pm

    Lillian, so sorry to hear of John’s passing.
    I have many happy memories of our times playing baseball all those years ago.
    My sincere condolence for your loss.
    Art
    Queensland, Australia

  91. Marie Wambolt

    April 28, 2015 at 10:09 pm

    Karen and family, Sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. The memories you have of your Dad will help get you threw this difficult time. As I read the condolences they tell me your father was a wonderful person ,knowing you as a friend you are like your dad .Stay strong my friend life must go on but you’ll never forget. Love.Marie

  92. Al

    April 29, 2015 at 12:23 pm

    Lil and Family,we were very sorry to hear of John’s passing. I’m glad that I visited him in the late years because I really enjoyed him talking of Baseball and all him experiences in sports and also our crib games.Wishing you and all the family our blessings.

  93. Peter Drage

    April 29, 2015 at 12:43 pm

    Dear Lillian, David, Natalie, Keegan and Norah;

    I am very sad and very sorry about John’s passing. The last time I saw
    this special Soul we were talking at his bedside in Q.G.H. He was talking
    at the end of our visit about his family but especially about Keegan and Norah.

    Upon leaving his room, I turned to say good-bye and saw this very proud man
    sitting in his chair with photos of Keegan and Norah in his lap.
    I wasn’t able to voice a good-bye.

    God Bless my kind and thoughtful former neighbours.

    Peter Drage

    West Berlin, N.S.

  94. Ronnie and Barbara Burns

    April 29, 2015 at 2:38 pm

    Dear Lillian and family,
    Many beautiful memories woven together in the photo tribute is a testament of a beloved husband, father and grandfather. May his happy, smiling face be the one you always carry in your heart. We are so saddened by his loss and pray you will find comfort and strength from the love and support that surrounds you at this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy to all of you.
    Love and hugs,
    Ronnie and Barbara

  95. Edward Jollimore

    April 29, 2015 at 9:45 pm

    Sorry to hear of John’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  96. Jim & Beulah Mitton

    April 29, 2015 at 10:14 pm

    Dear Lillian and family,
    We were so sorry to hear of John’s passing. May caring thoughts comfort you at this sad time.’
    Deepest Sympathy to you and all your family.

  97. Robert @Marjorie MacGowan

    April 30, 2015 at 12:46 pm

    To Lil and family. We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our sincere condolences

  98. Remi Brisson, Colleen Anderson and kids

    April 30, 2015 at 2:20 pm

    Dave, Lil and family

    Please accept our most sincere condolences for John’s passing. We will always remember him for his kindness and his smiles, as well as deeply miss the firm handshake that welcomed us into your home. Our thoughts are with you in these most difficult times. Take care of each other.

  99. Walter & Janet Whynot

    April 30, 2015 at 3:49 pm

    Dear Lillian and Family
    So sorry to hear of John’s passing. I have only the fondest of memories of my team mate John. They were the best of times.
    Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time.

  100. Dave and Wanda Winaut

    April 30, 2015 at 7:36 pm

    John was a gentle giant of a man .. The great love he shared with his family and the great love he shared for all sports. John fought hard to the last buzzer, last putt and last bike ride .John lost this battle but he won the hearts of many .We were so pleased tp have known John. Rest in Peace

    Dave and Wanda

  101. Bill and Anna Cox

    April 30, 2015 at 8:45 pm

    Lillian, David, Karen and families.
    Our deepest sympathy in John’s passing. He was a true gentleman and always caring of others.While life was not kind to him in his last years his perseverance keep him going with the love of family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  102. Dave & Sheila Manthorne

    May 1, 2015 at 8:51 am

    Lillian & Family,

    Very sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was a wonderful man and true gentleman. Your lovely family photos on your Chandler’s memorial site certainly indicate what a special person John was. I fondly remember the annual basketball games between LRHS and the Town team in which John always seemed to play a decisive role. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Dave & Sheila

  103. Jean Strum

    May 1, 2015 at 9:05 am

    Dear Lillian:
    Please accept my sincere sympathy at the passing of John. I know it has been difficult these past few years and It is always so difficult to say “goodbye”, but he is now at peace. I know he will be greatly missed. Take care and try to remember the good times, it really does help. My thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
    Sincerely,
    Jean

  104. Nathan Winchester

    May 1, 2015 at 12:47 pm

    Dearest family.

    Being as close as you can be without being blood. I love you all and was saddened by the news of John but I was sadly happy for him at the same time to be at rest and not in pain anymore. He was like a second father to me and a true gentlemen. He will live long in all those who he had contact with. Through his sports life and coaching days and just his kindness for all. RIP my friend we will see you again. Thoughts are with you all and I wish I was closer to be there with you.

  105. Pam Miles

    May 2, 2015 at 12:44 am

    Dear Lil
    Being neighbors on Waterloo Street, John and I became friends as we walked most days. He really became a buddy who I could tell anything to and he to me. When he was in pain, he would hide it from most, but not to me. I was always glad to see him in the arena where he could be a jokester and forget the tough times ahead. I know you and your family have been through a lot, but I must tell you; he loved his family above all and I wish you all the best as he would. RIP my buddy!!

  106. Norman Rafuse for Milton Baptist Church

    May 2, 2015 at 6:03 am

    From the family and friends at Milton Baptist Church we pass on our prayers to the Oickle family with sincere condolences at this sad time.

  107. gary conrad and gloria aulenback

    May 3, 2015 at 12:56 am

    Lillian and families,
    we are so sorry to hear of johnnys passing. our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

  108. Diane and Donald White

    May 3, 2015 at 11:10 am

    Dear Lil, Dave and Karen and family,
    It is so hard to lose a family member regardless of terrible illnesses that are there. John always could make me laugh and these past years cry for the illness that he had, that sometimes made you forget the good years. Family that he loved and loved him back dearly, nothing beats it, enjoy your good memories as I know there were many. Lil, love you as you know. Diane and Donald

  109. MaryBeth Lantz McFadden

    May 3, 2015 at 12:51 pm

    Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Remembering many happy times I spent with your family at your home and at Summerville Beach.Happy memories!

  110. Joy Melanson

    May 3, 2015 at 4:23 pm

    such a lovely man; I’m sorry for your loss….take care of each other.

  111. Brad Amirault

    May 4, 2015 at 1:36 pm

    My condolence to Lil and family on John’s passing. I will always remember his laughter at the golf club when he would extend his mitt size hand for a hand shake, you would only it do once, trust me. Good bye friend.

  112. Kelly Hockley (MacLeod) and family

    May 4, 2015 at 2:26 pm

    Lil, Karen, Dave and families,
    Please know we are all sending our love and support your way during this difficult time. John was a dear friend to Mom and Dad and we have enjoyed many wonderful times with all of you over the years. Hold close all those fun times and his legacy that lives on.
    Kelly

  113. Eddie and Evie Fisher

    May 4, 2015 at 9:54 pm

    Lillian & family sorry to hear of John,s passing.our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  114. Peggy Kelley

    May 5, 2015 at 8:24 pm

    My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.

  115. Jenny Kielt

    May 26, 2015 at 10:26 am

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. xo

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