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John Douglas Ordze
November 19, 1953 - October 4, 2018
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John Douglas Ordze
November 19, 1953- October 4, 2018
John passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loving family after a brief battle with leukemia. Predeceased by his parents, Evan and Cecille, John is survived by Judy, his wife of 43 years, son Dax, daughter-in-law Jenn, and granddaughter Kaylee, as well as numerous Albertan Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.
Born in Alberta, John moved to the Cowichan Valley in 1984 and became a fixture in the community as a small business owner and a member of a wide variety of groups: Scouting, Scottish Country Dancing, RC Racing, Croquet, and Cowichan Search and Rescue. John loved travelling, snorkeling, going RV camping, and mountain biking.
Thank you to Dr Szabo, Community Nursing, and Home Support for everything they did for John. He will be greatly missed and the Valley will see fewer colourful outfits.
Per John’s request, no service will be held. In lieu of flowers a donation could be made to a charity of your choice.
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From: H.W. Wallace Cremation & Burial Centre
H.W. Wallace Cremation and Burial Centre Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Cecile Paddle
Relation: The three Cs - Croquet - Camping - Cards!
To Judy, Dax, Jenn and Kaylee – Norm and I were very saddened to hear of John’s passing. Please accept our condolences. He was a presence that your family will miss.
Sincerely, Cecile and Norm
From: Darlene & Jim
Relation: Friends
Sorry to hear about John’s passing. We had a lot of good times together in the past. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
From: Pat Fiddis
Relation: Friend from Scottish Country Dancing
Please accept my condolences on John’s passing. He was a wonderful Scottish Country Dancer and was always having fun when he danced. I know the family will have such wonderful memories to cherish.
Service Schedule
Private service arrangements have been made.
Memorial Gifts
The family has not designated a preferred charity at this time.
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