CAPES, John Maynard E., F.I.C.B, - Retired TD Bank Employee October 8, 1925 – April 6, 2018
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Capes.
Loving husband of 64 and a half years of Margaret (nee Holroyd), proud father of Carolyn and David (and his wife Jill) and joyful grandfather of Jacob, Erin and Jason.
Brother of Maxine Hoven and the late Howard Capes. John began his career in 1943 with the Bank of Toronto (since merged) in Petrolia, Ontario. He spent much of 1944 in the RCAF as an air crew trainee.
After the war, he returned to his banking career. He moved to various branch locations during the next 12 years and it was during this time that he met the lovely and vivacious Margaret at Port Severn in 1952.
They were married the following year in Midland, Ontario, taking up residence in Toronto where Margaret had accepted a teaching position and John was a Branch Accountant.
In 1957, John was selected to design, organize and manage the Toronto Dominion Bank's new Training Centre where he remained until his retirement in 1985.
Apart for his constant love for Marg, John had a strong devotion to his Christian faith and was deeply involved at Kingsway Lambton United Church. His 50-plus years of membership saw him in many roles: first with the committee of stewards, then as an elder.
His contributions toward anniversary celebrations, student ministry and the flea market are well documented. His final public role was as a Vice Chairman for the Humber Heights Retirement Council where he enjoyed the residents and activities. John believed each day was a blessing filled with gifts from his Creator, to be shared and enjoyed with others.
The family would like to thank the staff at St. Michael's Hospital, particularly Natalie Elvie, for its care and compassion over the years and through his last days.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity of your choice, Kingsway-Lambton United Church or St. Michael's Hospital.
Friends may call at the Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor St. W., on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 from 6 – 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at the Kingsway Lambton United Church, 85 The Kingsway, on Friday, April 13, 2018 at 2 p.m.
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