Obituary of John Yates

YATES, John

John passed away at home on Monday, August 21, 2017 at the age of 72.  He was especially proud of his career as a chartered accountant.  He loved cottaging and golfing but his greatest love was his family.  Lovingly remembered by his wife Marion, his daughters Jenny (Mike), Lorna (Khushroo), grandchildren Alexander, Olivia, Jack and Molly.  Cousin Linda Hodd (Stephen) and family, predeceased by Catherine Stone.  All those who wish to respect and honour John are welcome.

The family will receive friends at the HUMPHREY FUNERAL HOME A.W. MILES – NEWBIGGING CHAPEL, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Davisville Avenue) from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 29, 2017.  A funeral service will be held at the HUMPHREY FUNERAL HOME A.W. MILES – NEWBIGGING CHAPEL on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at 11:00 a.m.  If desired, donations can be made to Dying With Dignity Canada, 55 Eglinton Ave. East, Toronto, ON, M4P 1G8, Suite 802, https://dwdcanada.nationbuilder.com/donate or Rebounders Canada https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/rebounders-canada/.  Rebounders Canada is a charity for survivors of childhood cancer.  Condolences, photographs and memories may be forwarded through www.humphreymilesnewbigging.com.