John Spak

Message from Mike and Lori Bertram, Brandon

Sharon, Ryan, Carmen and family: Our deepest condolences on John’s passing. We remember fondly so many visits with John at our cabins in the Old Campground at Clear Lake - reminiscing about the love of teaching, the joy of family and the memories of cabin life at Clear Lake over the years. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you now and will be in the days ahead. Take care of each other.

Message from Judy Poole

Dear Sharon, Ryan and Carmen,

I was saddened to learn about John’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. May you find comfort in your memories.

Message from Linda Hymers Cripps

I remember John from when he taught for a short while at Basswood School. He was well liked by the students - this is quite an accomplishment, to be accepted by your students. I hope your memories will give you strength at this time.

Message from Shirley Smith

Sharon, so very sorry to hear of John’s passing. May your memories provide you some comfort at this difficult time. Looking forward to seeing you at HLC when I can give you a hug, hopefully in the not too distant New Year.
Shirley Smith

Message from Clayton and Carol Anne Wood

So very sorry to hear of John’s passing! Such a fine teacher and man! Cherish all the wonderful memories your family shared!

Message from Doug and Joyce Leslie

To Sharon, Ryan and Carman and families: So sorry to hear of the passing of John. May your special memories of John bring you all comfort.

Message from elaine Hockley

Sharon and Family
I am so sorry to hear of your husbands passing. May your family support and memories help you through this time. Elaine

Message from Kathleen stowe

My sincere condolences. I had Mr. Spak in grade 9 ! Great teacher. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time.

Message from Kathy Angell Reid

So sorry to hear that Mr. Spak has passed away. Sending my deepest sympathies to all his family!

Message from Marilyn Schur

To Sharon, Ryan, Carmen and families. My Deepest Sympathy in your loss of John. You are in my thoughts at this very difficult time.

Message from Virden

To Sharon and family: So sorry to hear of the passing of John. May your special memories of John comfort you all in the days ahead.

Message from Sharon Pedlow

Sharon and family,
I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Take care.
Sharon Pedlow

Message from Nelson & Judi Hyrsak

Sharon & Family
John's longtime association with the Campground will be treasured and missed by those having had the privilege of knowing him. May all his memories be a blessing..
Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Nelson & Judi Hyrsak

Message from Betty Anderson

My sympathy Sharon and family in the passing of John. A true gentleman and always had time for a little chat wherever I ran into you folks. Keep all your memories close..

Message from John Spak

My sincere condolences to Sharon and her family. Uncle John and I shared the same name and birthday. Special and unique

Message from Joan & Bob Collins & Family - Gravenhurst, ON>

Sharon, Ryan, Carmen & Families ~
You're thought about with sympathy, understanding, and friendship ~ we will always remember the good times our families had together over the years, they were precious.
John was a great guy & he will be remembered.
May the caring thoughts of those around you bring comfort to your heart during this difficult time.....With Deepest Sympathy ~ Huge Hugs of Love - The Collins Family

Message from Donna Smith

My heartfelt sympathy to you Sharon and family. Thinking of you. Take care.

Message from Johnnie and Marie Anderson

Sharon, Ryan, Carmen and families we are thinking of all of you at this sad time. John was such a great guy. You will have lots of great memories. Take care. Hugs from us.

Message from Lyle and Sandra Grobb

Sharon ,
Sending condolences to you and your family. Know that we are thinking about you at this difficult time.

Message from Elizabeth McGill

Sharon, may I extend my condolences to you and your family? Please know that I am thinking of you.

Betty McGill,

A candle was lit by Marie Plaisier on December 2, 2020 1:17 PM

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Dear Sharon and family,
Please accept my warmest condolences on your loss of John. May treasured memories bring comfort to you all at this sad time. .Sorry for your loss- take care🤗🙏🌹

Message from Krista and Lane Curry

Our thoughts are with your entire family on the passing of your husband, father and grandpa! Condolences and hugs to you Sharon, Ryan, Carmen and your families.

Message from Kelvon Smith

Dear Mrs. Spak and The Family: My most sincere sympathies to you and the family on the passing of John. I had respect for your husband and Father. He was a very good man who was always treated people well. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. Again, my most sincere sympathies. Respectfully, Kel Smith.

A candle was lit by Kelvon Smith, Captain (Ret'd) Cdn Forces CIC on December 2, 2020 12:05 PM

Message from Karen(Tapp) Naumiuk

My sincerest condolences to Mr. Spak’s family. In 1974 I had John for a grade 9 teacher Geography and home room. John was an excellent teacher who was always interested in his present or past students. I always enjoyed visiting and catching up with him.

Message from Martin and Janie Watts

Sharon and family,

We are so sorry to hear of John’s passing. As you know, I worked with John for many years and had the highest regard for him as a teacher and as a person. He simply was a great guy!,

Sharon, Janie sends her condolences, and hopes you find comfort with friends and family.

Sincerely,
Martin and Janie Watts
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Message from Rob and Carol Johnston

We were so sorry to hear of John’s passing . He put up a good fight over the years . Please accept our sincere sympathy as you go through this at a most difficult time ....both Christmas and pandemic . Thinking of you .

Message from Lynne and Brian Manns, Brandon

Sharon, Ryan, Carmen and families
Saddened to learn of John's death. Thinking of you and trusting that family support and memories will help through this time..
Our sincerest sympathy, Lynne and Brian

Message from Judy Dandridge & Ron Evancio

With sadness, we learned of John's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss.

Message from Judy Podobni

Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. I remember Mr. Spak from when he was a teacher, as a kind and gentle man.

Message from Stan Spak

Sharon and family,
My brothers and I are deeply saddened by the passing of our uncle. I will always remember Uncle John taking the time to drive me to the Tache Hall residence for my first year at the University of Manitoba in 1966.

Message from Virden

To Sharon and family:
We were very sad to hear of John’s recent passing. Ray and I offer our condolences at this difficult time.

Message from Betty McSorley -Virden

Sharon ,Carmen, Ryan & families: Thinking of you all and sending sympathy and "Long Distance" Hugs. May your cherished memories be a comfort to you. Betty & Family