Obituary of John DeGoey

DeGOEY, John H. January 16, 1933- September 30, 2016 John immigrated to Canada from Holland in 1953. He was a successful refrigeration contractor during his 55 years in the trade. John is survived by his wife Bette Anne and daughter Jenny. John is also the eldest brother of Neil & wife Mary, Tony (late Denise), John Jr. and wife Jane, Herman (late Mary), Willie and Millie, Annie (late Fred Evers). John is predeceased by his daughter Carol Ann 1984, brother Theodore (Josephine), his sister Dorothy (late Harry Vos), Betsy (late Arthur Moody), Joanne (John Vanderhayden). John will always be remembered for his sense of humour and his sharp mind. He was always quick and witty. John always wanted your $5.00 and mastered the art of the $5.00 flip. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Hospice of Windsor/Essex. Many thanks to Dr. Bergeron and Nurse Adriana. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Mass will take place at St. Joseph Church, 310 Sherk St., Leamington on Friday, October 14, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to Cremation Society of Windsor & Essex County (519-969-5449) 3260 Dougall Ave. Online condolences at www.cremationsociety.ca