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John Rothwell Pantony
<p>John was born in England at Broadstairs in Kent, the eldest son of Richard and Martha Pantony. After service in the RAF, John spent his early working years in the chemical industry with ICI in England, where he married Wendy and together had two sons, Philip and Rodney. He was an avid sportsman who played soccer, cricket, tennis, golf, and curling.</p><p><br></p><p>John and Wendy moved to Canada in the mid-1950s, where John was employed by DuPont. They moved between Kingston, Whitby, where their daughter Kaye-Lee was born, and to Montreal. Their final move was to Brockville on the Maitland site. Here he loved the St. Lawrence and Thousand Islands and felt particularly blessed that he could be a part of it.</p><p><br></p><p>He took early retirement in 1982 to enjoy the St. Lawrence and the many friends he made here. He had many hobbies like working with stained glass, exploring genealogy, and playing bridge. He was an active member of Sussex Masonic Lodge #5. He also loved spending time with his several grandchildren.</p><p><br></p><p>He is survived by his children Philip and Andrée of Brockville, Rodney and Angela of Edmonton, and Kaye-Lee of Kingston, who have given him eight grandchildren, Derek, Josh, Colin, Katrina, Brianne, Sage, Benjamin, and Bodhi, as well as five great grandchildren, all of whom he loved for themselves. He was a wonderful man who will be greatly missed.</p><p><br></p><p>A celebration of John’s life for family and friends will take place Friday, February 12, 2016 at 46 Country Club Place in Brockville from 2-4pm.</p><p><br></p><p>Donations to the Brockville and District Hospital, Palliative Care Service will be gratefully acknowledged. </p><p>Arrangements entrusted to the Irvine Funeral Home, 4 James St., E., Brockville. Send condolences online at www.irvinememorial.com.</p>February 12, 1923 - December 31, 201502/12/192312/31/2015
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Liliane Chabot; Charles Beaudoin
January 20, 2016
Mrs. Pantony and family - So very sorry to hear
about Mr. Pantony. Please accept our belated,
heartfelt condolences. Liliane & Charlie.
about Mr. Pantony. Please accept our belated,
heartfelt condolences. Liliane & Charlie.
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Mel Allcock
January 6, 2016
Sincere condolences to you Wendy, & family.
Many fond memories from "back in the day" when we were part of the DuPont Acctg. team & John's quick & clever sense of humour.
Many fond memories from "back in the day" when we were part of the DuPont Acctg. team & John's quick & clever sense of humour.
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Jean Coughlan Bednarski
January 4, 2016
To a wonderful legacy of children, grand children and great grand children and to a life well lived with many friends and loved ones. We mourn Uncle John's passing but celebrate the amazing life that he lived. My prayers and love to Aunty Wendy and family.
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Steven, Leslie, Iris, and Harper Bednarski
January 3, 2016
Thinking of Uncle John and those he leaves behind.
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Sharron Botham and Bob Hudson
January 3, 2016
Dear Wendy and family - our most sincere condolences in your loss. We talked to John at KGH just a few weeks ago. John was a true "Gentle man" and will be missed by many. We both worked with John for many years at DuPont. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at... Continue Reading
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Diane and John Pike
January 2, 2016
To Wendy and family ,
John made a profound impact on us, with his dedecation to our Country Club community and to us personally. His wit and laugh will always be remembered. The bulbs he gave us will flourish in our garden and will be treasured for a long time .
Bon Yo... Continue Reading
John made a profound impact on us, with his dedecation to our Country Club community and to us personally. His wit and laugh will always be remembered. The bulbs he gave us will flourish in our garden and will be treasured for a long time .
Bon Yo... Continue Reading
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Vivien Levermore
January 2, 2016
Wishing you smooth sailing to the great waterway beyond our understanding. It has been a pleasure to know you John.
Vivien and Mike
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Vivien and Mike
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