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Sandi Graham posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
My late husband (Bev) & I would often see John & Marj at Tim's. Prayers & thoughts to all at this difficult time
Sandi Graham
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Reg & Patsy Chute posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, March 16, 2025
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We were so saddened to hear of the passing of John. He was easy mannered and kind , so much like his dear dad before him. He carried his dad's smile and always appeared to have the natural "happy" ability of his dad's . My heart goes out to Marj.,their children and extended families. When I think of John , I think of him reading the power meters. Ours is in the porch and when he would read it , I can still see him politely inching his way out the door because I (Patsy) would keep talking his ear off and he needed to go back to work. John , you will be so sadly missed but Heaven got a little brighter as you made your way Home to be with loved ones that were waiting for you.
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Randy Neily lit a candle
Sunday, March 16, 2025
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Our Deepest Condolences to the Marj & family. I have fond memories of John, when we rented a cottage on the lake. John took me fishing and all we were catching was small perch. Well we spotted a big snapping turtle and John threw it a small perch and it grabbed it. Then John reeled him in. Well we decided to take it home and play with it, after we got home we let him go and teased him a little. I remember it getting angry and grabbed the stick and bit it into and about that time me dad came along and order us to take down to the lake and let it go. After seeing the power of its jaws, we had no issues with that
When I got older into hunting and trapping. I go out and visit and he show me pictures of his catch and we talk about hunting and trapping and John always had good trapping and hunting tricks.
I remember him telling me of being out rabbit hunting and he seen fresh fox tracks, so he sat down and waited, since he heard the fox bark and knew it was most likely chasing a rabbit. It was not long he seen a rabbit run bye and then came the fox.. John had out foxed the fox and was some proud. Not many men would have the woods men skill to do this, his wisdom and skill in the woods was unreal.
I often wished and regretted that I had taken the time to visit and chat with him and Marj more, but life gets busy. RIP my friend
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Teresa Hannam posted a condolence
Friday, March 14, 2025
Many years ago on a super cold New years eve we had the honor and privilege to be invited to John and marj 's five finger cottage. We had the best time and we're treated to a super meal of wild game and lots of heat and cocktails. Every news years eve since that night we always reflect back to that very very special and awesome New years Eve.. Our condolences to all John's family and friends... Merwin Clayton & Teresa Hannam
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Eugene Thorne posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, March 14, 2025
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Kevin sorry to hear about your loss your Dad was a nice man. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Maria Baker lit a candle
Thursday, March 13, 2025
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John was a great man. I have a lot of cherished memories from spending my childhood summers and winters at the cottage and growing up with your family. Trips to the wildlife park, and bbqs in the summertime ,to pulling us around the frozen lake on the sleds and wheelers and huge bonfires in the winter. I remember my dad (Harold) always going hunting with John and “the boys” and it was always a successful hunt. John most certainly knew where to find the deer. Your family will always hold a special place in my heart and please know how very sorry I am for your family's loss. Your In my thoughts and prayers.
Maria
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Gayle Baltzer and Rae Acker posted a condolence
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Our heartfelt condolences to John's family, friends and community. Hang on tight to your beautiful memories.
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Angie Burns posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, March 13, 2025
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SADDENED for the RUGGLES family with their loss of John!! Remembering years back when John, Marge, Kevin & Mel arrived on snowmobiles to come in and warm up; not sure whether there were anybody else with or not. Many moons back, long before Geoff passed away! THINKING of you all today and in the days ahead! MAY your cherished memories bring you the comfort that is needed to get you through this time of sorrow! Sincerely, Angie RIP JOHN
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Robert Romkey posted a condolence
Thursday, March 13, 2025
So sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a great coworker at NS Power, and a great person. He will be missed.
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Beverly and Roy Durling lit a candle
Thursday, March 13, 2025
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Our Condolences to the family !
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Randy Pynch posted a condolence
Thursday, March 13, 2025
So sorry to learn of John's passing. I enjoyed our working together at NSPI. Rest in peace, Randy Pynch
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Greg Parker posted a condolence
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Sorry for your loss. My condolences to the Ruggles family. RIP John.
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Alan / Julie Johnson posted a condolence
Thursday, March 13, 2025
It's with great sadness we send our condolences to Marge and her family on John's passing he was kind and very special friend all our thoughts
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Sue Skipton posted a condolence
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Very sorry and condolences to Marj and the whole family. I have gotten to know them all well and my heart goes out to you all. I spent a few years riding the trails with John and his family on skidoo. Great times we all had.
I had to give it up but when ever they went by my place they always waved or stopped to Chat.
John never missed a chance to stop and say hello as he went by, if I was outside. We had some great conversations.
At one time I needed help with something that I couldn't do and John came right back to give me a hand, always thankful for that. John, I will surely miss seeing you go by almost daily into the woods and again on your way home. I hope your travels continue on different and new paths above. I can't believe the other day was the last time I will have seen you go by.
It is true that John and his family made extended friends feel like family. Even though I am a quiet soul that keeps much to myself, I knew I could always stop in and be welcomed. Big hugs to the whole family on the loss of John.
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Julie Bibby-MacNabb posted a condolence
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Marj and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was such a kind and welcoming neighbor—always with, a wave, or a helping hand. The lake and the cottage won’t be the same without him. Please know that we are thinking of you all during this difficult time. John’s presence will be deeply missed, but his memory will always be part of the place he loved so much. We will think of him when we fish at the lake this summer and the summers to come.
With heartfelt condolences,
Berin, Julie, Callie, and Steven MacNabb
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Melissa posted a condolence
Thursday, March 13, 2025
I'm so sorry for your loss, and far too soon. God needed another angel, but you were one of the ones I was sure would live forever ❤️ I can remember as a child and growing up how happy, helpful , smart and funny you were. I can remember your stories, you and Marj were perfect together! You were an amazing couple! You will be missed by everyone who knew you here on earth, but I'm sure everyone you know in heaven was waiting for you, and your mother, father and Laurie right at the Golden gates. An amazing man, husband, father, grandfather, You were taken far too soon from earth. Rest in peace John , fly high ! ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Sending all my love and condolences to the family right now at this difficult time.
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Shelley Taylor posted a condolence
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Sending my deepest condolences to Heather and her family.
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Michael & Marie Conway posted a condolence
Thursday, March 13, 2025
There are no words to express our sympathy for the loss of John. He was a kind gentle soul, always with a smile and a great story to tell. He will be missed so very much. May you always Rest In Peace John.
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Linda von Douglas lit a candle
Thursday, March 13, 2025
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Sincere condolences to all of John's family at this difficult time.
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Joanne Mazalin posted a condolence
Thursday, March 13, 2025
My deepest condolences goes out to Heather and her family. I am so sorry for your loss.
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Drenna Moore posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
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Dearest Marge, Kevin & Melanie, Heather & Mike, and other Family members, I am feeling so sorry for the loss of your loved one, a Great Guy, John was, loved by all, May your memories carry you all thru this sad time. RIP John, Hugs to all!!
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Ricky & Nancy Hebb lit a candle
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
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Our deepest condolences and prayers go out to the Family of John, he was one of the nicest humans you could ever meet. Rest in Peace, Ricky & Nancy Hebb.
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Penny O'Neil lit a candle
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
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Our deepest sympathy to the family and friends.
We have had the opportunity to listen to them fishing and hunting stories and ones I’m still thinking about today wondering if that fish grow and them horns on that deer were really that BIG…..
The memories we will cherish forever from dancing to sled rides to camp outings…
We will think of you John as we sit in our deer blinds that’s for sure
Fly high John …
Rodney & Penny O’Neil
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Jim richards posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
It is hard to express the sadness Valerie and I feel over the loss of John He was a fantastic man to work with. Honest ,kind and just a great guy. We enjoy so many great snowmobiling trips with Marge, John ,Charlie and Lorrie
RIP my friend and I will see you on the other side
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Wednesday, March 12, 2025
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