GREENFIELD: John William
It is with incredible sadness we announce the passing of John William Greenfield, who went to be with our Lord on January 1, 2022 at 1:00am. He died peacefully in his home after watching the ball drop with his wife of 4 years, E. Angela. He is survived by his brother Doug (Vera), his sister Betty, and his three children Joan, Hugh (Jen) and Sandra (Michael). Proud grandfather to Olivia, Spencer, Callum, Ben, Cyndi and Avryl. Very special Uncle to Gerry (Cathy), Joyce (George), Jeff, Susan (Roger), Chris (Rhonda), Gavin and Sheila. Born July 4th, 1946 in Hamilton, Ontario to Hugh and Edna (nee McKeen), growing up on the family farm outside of Springvale, his days were spent by his Dad’s side farming, eventually taking over the farm after his parents moved to town when he married. He met Edith (Cossar) in his early 20’s and spent the next 45 years with her until her passing in April 2014. They were avid members of the community and Springvale United Church. John and Edith built a beautiful life together on the farm, raising the three children there and eventually enjoying watching the 6 grandchildren come to play on the beautiful land. Grateful to have found E. Angela in 2017, he spent the last four years with her at his side creating even more wonderful memories. He was a hard working man, farming and then eventually a truck driver, and until his early death, a school bus driver. His days trucking may be where he had the most fun. Traveling the highways often with Edith at this side, making friends wherever he went, and always had time for a chat with anyone. He was humble, kind, and his sense of humour will be missed by all who knew him. We imagine him in Heaven now, Edith in the passenger seat, driving a truck down a long quiet road, farmland on either side and a smile on his face, looking down at the beautiful life he created and the family he left behind. A private family service will be held. Arrangements entrusted to RHB Anderson Funeral Homes (Hyde and Mott, Hagersville). A celebration of life will be held at the farm at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation are appreciated. www.rhbanderson.com
Condolences
Posted by
Darlene Lancaster
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Jan 2nd, 2022
Our condolences. So sorry to hear about Johns passing. Thinking about the family at this time. Don and Darlene. D&Ds
Posted by
Doug stark
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Jan 2nd, 2022
Erna,&entire family,sorry to hear of Johns passing many Tim Hortons conversations over the years.
Your neighbours Doug &Gerrianne.
Posted by
Gene Emslie
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Jan 2nd, 2022
Sad to hear of John's passing but many great memories working together at Laidlaw a kind gentle and generous man willing to lend a hand to anyone who needed it
Posted by
Bill & Maggie Dougherty
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Jan 3rd, 2022
Bill and I are so sorry to hear of John's passing, He was a wonderful man, and a great story teller. Cherish the memories you have as a family, they will help you get through the more difficult ones. Rest in piece, John. A family man, right till the end. Bill & Maggie Dougherty
Posted by
Bill & Maggie Dougherty
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Jan 3rd, 2022
Bill and I are so sorry to hear of John's passing, He was a wonderful man, and a great story teller. Cherish the memories you have as a family, they will help you get through the more difficult ones. Rest in piece, John. A family man, right till the end. Bill & Maggie Dougherty
Posted by
Keith Krauskopf
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Jan 3rd, 2022
Deepest sympathies to the Family.
Posted by
Bob & Caroline Winegarden
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Jan 3rd, 2022
We were saddened to hear of John’s passing. We so enjoyed working with John at Laidlaw (Bob driving with John & me working in the office with him -) always a smile on his face when he came in! John will be missed
Posted by
Ethel Schweyer
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Jan 3rd, 2022
My sympathies to the family
Posted by
Nadine Schwandt
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Jan 3rd, 2022
My sincere sympathies to Hugh and Jen, Doug and Vera, and all the family. It is never easy to lose those we love. May you take comfort in your memories, each other and a life well lived.
Posted by
Ritsa Lippa family
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Jan 3rd, 2022
We are so sadden to hear this news
We send our deepest heartfelt condolences to the entire family
as you all mourn the profound loss of your beloved father
Sam , Ritsa and Lippa family
Posted by
Ross & Bev Barr
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Jan 3rd, 2022
Sending our condolences to the Greenfield’s. Always smiling
Posted by
Bruce and Sue Duxbury
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Jan 3rd, 2022
Thinking of all the Greenfield families at this time, always enjoyed John's stories of his Family and travels, a very well written obituary about him, keep shifting all those gears in your truck John ! Bruce and Sue Duxbury
Posted by
Glenn Cherry & Family
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Jan 3rd, 2022
We extend our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the entire Greenfield family. John was most caring, a great conversationalist and perhaps the most courteous, law-abiding motorist on the road. He will be truly missed. Blessings
Posted by
Gray & June Cossar
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Jan 3rd, 2022
Sorry to hear of Johns passing. Our condolences to the family.
Posted by
Michelle Vanderby
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Jan 3rd, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Joannie and the entire family
Love Michelle, Max, Emma and Tyler
Xoxo
Posted by
Denis and Barb James
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Jan 3rd, 2022
Our condolences to all the family. Keep on trucking. It was an honor to truck with Johnny.
Posted by
Gary and Nancy Shaw
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Jan 3rd, 2022
Our sympathy to John’s family. Such a sweet man , who always had time to chat. He will be missed.
Posted by
Richard and Mardi Broekstra
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Jan 3rd, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers for the Greenfield family. Its still amazing that some of the places I deliver to still ask about John and if I see him to say high from so and so, John was a great story teller wheather you talked about trucks or farming he was never lost for words RIP John your log book closed its final chapter.
Posted by
Shannon Maude
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Jan 3rd, 2022
My heart aches for yoy all. I am truly sorry to hear about your dad's passing. I will miss his hugs at Timmies in the morning. Sending you all lots of love.
Posted by
Joyce McGreal
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Jan 3rd, 2022
Shocked and saddened to hear of John’s passing, love and condolences to the Greenfield Family, John was a wonderful man who will be remembered for many great qualities. I am very appreciative to have known him.
Posted by
Linda Sabo
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Jan 3rd, 2022
Heartfelt condolences to the Greenfield family.
Posted by
Laurie Tillich
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Jan 3rd, 2022
So sorry to hear of John's passing. Sending love to all the Greenfields from Virginia Straw and all the family. Xo
Posted by
Mark and Leanne MacDonald
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Jan 4th, 2022
We are saddened to hear of your grandfather's passing Olivia. Our condolences to you and your family.
The MacDonald family
Posted by
RICHARD HUMPHREY
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Jan 4th, 2022
Our deepest sympathy to E. Angela and family. Our love and prayers are with you.
Richard, Sheila, Stephen and Alecia
Posted by
Carolyn and Anton Jopmo
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Jan 4th, 2022
Our condolences to all the Greenfield family. John will be greatly missed by us all. Prayers are with you all.
Posted by
Carolyn and Anton Jopmo
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Jan 4th, 2022
Our condolences to all the Greenfield family. John will be greatly missed by us all. Prayers are with you all.
Posted by
Rick and Sandi Smith
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Jan 4th, 2022
Our deepest sympathy to all of John’s family. My heart aches for you all. John will certainly be missed. Sandi
Posted by
Ed McCarthy
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Jan 4th, 2022
Condolences to the family of John. Ed McCarthy
Posted by
Ferdi & Anita Haupt
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Jan 4th, 2022
Our sympathy goes out to the Greenfield family. So sorry for your loss.
Posted by
Millie Leng
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Jan 4th, 2022
So sorry for your loss.
Posted by
Lynne(Morris) Garn
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Jan 5th, 2022
My sincere sympathy during times like this.
May all of his memories help to ease your broken hearts.
Blessings
Posted by
Marie Stefnik & Jean Hillock
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Jan 6th, 2022
What a beautifully written obituary about a wonderful man. I can not think of the Cossar Reunions without picturing John chatting with someone. He did love to visit. Mom and I extend our deepest condolences to Erna and all of John's family.
Posted by
Kristen Fess/Contrans Flatbed Group
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Jan 6th, 2022
So very sorry to hear of John's passing. He was and continued to be a much loved member of our family at Contrans. John worked for us for many years and we also had the extra bonus of Edith accompanying him into the office. He was a tried and true driver and as the saying goes "they don't make them like him anymore". Sadly missed but never forgotten. Our deepest sympathies to the family.
Posted by
Lana VanNetten
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Jan 6th, 2022
My sincere condolences Huge, Sandy and the rest of your family fir the passing of your dad. Sounds as though he was a beautiful man. Much of him lives in in both of you. I pray for peace and strength during this sad time.
Warm hugs filled with love.
In His Grip
Lana♥️
Posted by
marlene ann link
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Jan 8th, 2022
Ron and Marlene (Slack) Link send their sincere condolence to John's family.
Posted by
glen bilton
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Jan 10th, 2022
My condolences to your family. John and I spent a lot of time together as teenagers and our paths crossed a few times later in life. He was a great person to have known and will be missed. Sincerely ,Glen Bilton
Posted by
glen bilton
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Jan 10th, 2022
My condolences to your family. John and I spent a lot of time together as teenagers and our paths crossed a few times later in life. He was a great person to have known and will be missed. Sincerely ,Glen Bilton
Posted by
Hugh and Barbara Cowan
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Jan 10th, 2022
After a lovely visit with John and E. Angela shortly after his surgery, on our recent visit to Ontario, we were shocked to hear about his untimely passing. We pass along deepest sympathy to his family and pray for comfort and love to surround you at this difficult time. May precious memories of John be with you and sustain you today and always. God bless you all!
Cousin Hugh and wife Barbara, Brandon, Manitoba
Posted by
Brad Kendel
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Jan 10th, 2022
Our condolences and best wishes to you and your family Sandi.
Brad Kendel and family
