It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jack, aged 82, at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie, Ontario, on Monday, October 13, 2025.
Survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Mary, and his children: Ian, Mark and daughter in-law Joanne, along with his grandchildren: Ti, Meghan, Keegan and Erin. Jack is also dearly remembered by many friends and extended family in both England and Canada.
Born in Burnley, Lancashire, England, on February 6, 1943, Jack lived and worked in England until 1975, when he and his family made the life changing decision to emigrate to Barrie, Ontario. He had a life well lived.
A passionate sports enthusiast, Jack was a loyal supporter of Burnley Football Club and the Toronto Maple Leafs. He was also an avid soccer player, proudly representing both Burnley United and Barrie City Soccer Clubs during his athletic years.
Jack touched the lives of all who knew him with his warmth, humor, and generous spirit. You will be truly missed by all.
A Celebration of Jack’s Life will take place on a later date.
Peaceful Transition Simcoe
Debbie Duerden
Posted on: Wednesday, October 15, 2025I’m going to really miss you Uncle Jack. Love you xx
Christine &Brian Dawson
Posted on: Wednesday, October 15, 2025Miss you Jack. A great friend, a great euchre partner. Our thoughts are with the family.
My pal Jack was up there with the best myself like several others will miss the man. We watched several Leaf games together where he made me drink several bottles of Blue.Rest in peace my mate you touched a lot of people thanks for having the pleasure of being your mate
Sheena & Les
Posted on: Wednesday, October 15, 2025Please accept our condolences, we had the privilege of calling Jack our friend, our thoughts go out to Mary and family at this sad time in their life.
Brian England
Posted on: Wednesday, October 15, 2025Sorry for your loss
James O Hara
Posted on: Thursday, October 16, 2025A true gentleman and good friendof us all Rest in Eternal Peace old pal
Terry Posylek
Posted on: Friday, October 17, 2025First and foremost, I found Jack to be a gentleman. When I was a young soccer player with the Barrie City soccer club I found Jack to be an excellent role model – very talented, competitive, focused, and poised on the field; as well as good humored, approachable, engaging, and even charming off the field. He was one of several experienced teammates from the UK who I looked up to, and tried to emulate on the field. Jack had great spirit! Although I didn’t get to know him more outside of my short time with the club, he left a lasting and positive impression on me. On behalf of my wife Jennifer and the Posylek family; I wish to extend my most sincere condolences to his family. Likewise, I wish to extend my genuine sadness for the loss being felt by his close friends and the teammates that we shared back in the day.
Susan & Geoff Hambley
Posted on: Friday, October 17, 2025Sending our heartfelt condolences to Mary, Ian, Mark, and their families on the passing of Jack.
May you find comfort in the love that surrounds you and strength in the memories you hold dear.
Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Jeanette Hesson
Posted on: Friday, October 17, 2025We are so saddened to hear of Jacks passing. He was a kind and friendly man who always took the time to say Hi! I will always treasure the memories of spending Christmasas together with you guys when we were all new to Canada. I’ll never forget Jack coming to visit me in the hospital when I had Emma(he was working there then) I know you are all going to miss him dearly! Heaven just received another Supreme!!
Chris Woodward
Posted on: Sunday, October 19, 2025You are truly going to be missed. A larger than life wonderful caring person a awesome husband,farther,grandad and uncle.
Michelle Quinn
Posted on: Monday, October 20, 2025You will be missed Jack! A wonderful man and friend, we were blessed to know you. We are thinking of you with love Mary and family during this challenging time. Xoxoxo
Michelle & Kirk Quinn and girls and Mary Baldwin
Michelle Gilliland
Posted on: Monday, October 20, 2025Thinking of Mary, Ian, Mark and family at this very sad time. I have fond memories of our families spending time together and Jack always smiling and always sharing a funny story about my mom! Sending you all our love ❤️
Alison Lintner
Posted on: Saturday, October 25, 2025Our deepest condolences Mary, Mark, Joanne, Ty, Keegan, and Ian
So very sorry to hear about Jack. He was such a friendly and kind man. Whenever I ran into him whether it was in the grocery store or the hockey arenas we always spoke. We always had good conversations and a laugh. You will be missed.
Alison/Steve Lintner
Arnie Beet
Mary Law
Posted on: Sunday, November 9, 2025I wanted to take a moment to thank you all for your condolences and for being there at Jack’s celebration of life. Your presence, support, and kind words brought great comfort during a very difficult time.
It meant a lot to have friends and family come together to share memories, laughter, and love in honor of Jack. Knowing that he touched so many lives brings peace and strength to our family.
Thank you again for your thoughtfulness and for helping make the day such a meaningful tribute to his memory.
With heartfelt gratitude.
Mary, Ian, Mark & Joanne