John Edward Dickey

8-Mar-1933 - 15-Dec-2024

DICKEY, John Edward – Passed peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Sunday, December 15th, 2024, in his 91st year. John was the beloved husband of Nina Mary (Clough) for 64 years. He was a loving father, and he will be deeply missed by Shawn Edward Dickey and David John Dickey. He was a devoted father-in-law to Deborah and a kind, doting Grandpa to Connor James and Kaitlin Rose (Dickey).

Predeceased by his much-loved wife and soul-mate Nina, who passed peacefully at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Tuesday, November 21, 2017, in her 83rd year. Born in Toronto, Ontario, on March 8th, 1933, John worked for the City of Toronto for 31 years later in life. His tenacity, kindness, and dedication to people were hallmarks of his character.

An avid gardener, John maintained a beautiful property admired by all. He spent many happy hours fishing with his son David and grandson Connor. A hockey enthusiast, he never gave up on his favorite team, the Toronto Maple Leafs. His integrity, strong work ethic, and witty sense of humor will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

The family would like to thank all the wonderful staff at Taunton Mills and at Lakeridge Health C6 Medicine unit for their care and compassion.

Check back here for the date, time, and location of the Celebration of Life. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Ontario.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery.