JEAN MARC VERMETTE was born on October 20, 1932 and died peacefully on Thursday, April
30, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.
He is survived by his loving wife Judy Parkes of 31 years, his devoted children Marc
Vermette(Lori), Michelle Cowie(Bill), Chantel Reid(Kari), stepdaughter Lori-Ann Parkes(Mike),
his cherished grandchildren Jamie Leigh, Kristen, Lindsay, Kaylyn, Joshua, Mackenzie, Rylee,
Connor, Brady, Leah, precious great grandchildren Eoan, Eavan, Silas, Rex, Ellisyn, Andie, River,
Finn, Scarlet, Mylah, Sunny and great-great grandchild Oliver.
He is also survived by his sisters Claire Rogers(Will), Lorraine Wells(late Larry), Diane
Mullins(Don), brother-in-law‘s Ken Parkes(Sharyn), Brian Parkes, sister-in-laws Ruth (late William),
Sue Perrier(Ray), Vickie Demers(Clem) and many nieces and nephews.
John was predeceased by his first wife Frances Deluney, his loving parents Onesime Vermette
and Cecile Trepanier and his sisters Therese Vermette and Yolande(late John) Berube.
John joined the Navy HMCS Quebec at 19 years of age. He also worked as a Salesman for Green
Giant/Pillsbury where he later retired. In his retirement years, he loved teaching woodworking
at the Encore Club.
He was a devout Catholic family man and a good friend to all. He was our rock and will surely be
missed. The cottage on Lake Sesekinika was a piece of heaven on earth. He looked forward to
every spring so he could go fishing and spend time with his family and friends. John was the
ultimate Chef preparing for the Annual Pickeral Fish Fry in which we all looked forward to each
year. He also looked forward to the Annual fishing weekend every spring with the gang from
Ottawa.
He will be remembered by his friends Margaret (late Edward) McPhedran and family, Roger and
Helen Dufresne, Richard Kemshall, Jim and Teresa Quinn, Larry and Laurie Frank and Danny
Disano.
We will miss his smiling face, infectious laughter and generous kind spirit.
Visitation will be held on Friday May 8, 2026 at Timiskaming Funeral Cooperative (111 Burnside
Dr, Kirkland Lake) from 7 to 9 pm.
In keeping with John’s faith, the Right of Christian burial also known as the funeral mass will be
celebrated on Saturday May 9, 2026 at 11:00 am at the Holy Name of Jesus Parish (9 Kirkland
St. W, Kirkland Lake). A luncheon will be served in the Parish Hall following the funeral mass.
John will be intered at the Kirkland Lake Cemetery at a later date.
Donations can be made to the Holy Name of Jesus Parish in Kirkland Lake or a charity of your
choice.
Sympathy Messages
My sincerest condolences to all of his loved ones. He was such a sweet man. My thoughts are with you all ❤️
- Brooke Rivett, on
May 4, 2026
We would like to express our deepest condolences to my sister Judy and the Vermette families.John was a wonderful man who was thought of highly by all who knew him.He will be missed by all. RIP.🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
- Ken & Sharyn Parkes, on
May 4, 2026
My condolences to the entire family and friends. R.I.P. John
- Bernard Venditti, on
May 4, 2026
I had the pleasure of learning woodworking with
John at the Encore Club. He was a great teacher and a loved to have fun while we learned. I’m sure his family will miss him very much. Judy was sure a wonderful support and partner for John. May your memories make you smile.
- Sandra Dal Pai, on
May 4, 2026
John's visits at our store in Kenogami were always memorable. What I'll remember most fondly was his words of encouragement when I was just starting out as a bread salesman. That was a long time ago and knowing him all the years that followed was a blessing. My most sincere condolences.
- Ian MacPherson, on
May 4, 2026
Condolences to all the families and friends he had a wonderful sense of humour and friendly to all. Sorry for your loss.
May my support warm your heart
- Lorrie and Robbie Brough, on
May 4, 2026
Condolences to Judy and the Vermette family for your loss.....John will be missed by all who knew him
- Dianne Diamond, on
May 4, 2026
Sending our Condolences to all Family members and Friends of Johnny. Sure will miss that awesome laugh he had and will cherish our times at woodworking classes and our talks. RIP Johnny
May my support warm your heart
- Rick & Judy (Cale) Gervais, on
May 4, 2026
Sending my deepest sympathies to Judy and family. May John rest peacefully.
- Louise Lauzon, on
May 4, 2026
Michelle and Family. My deepest
Condolences. I enjoyed Johns help at woodworking at Encore. His smile and his sense of humour. Made woodwork so much fun. He will be missed
- Cindy Girbig, on
May 5, 2026
Michelle , Judy and your families . Condolences to you on the loss of your Dad, Husband , Grandfather and Great-grandfather, may your loved one rest easy. My thoughts are with you at this sad time.
May my support warm your heart
- Christina Bivol, on
May 5, 2026
My sincere condolences to you Judy, Marc, Michelle, Chantel, Lori-Ann and Families. I met John as a fellow volunteer at the Encore Club and found him a good humored guy, with a genuine smile when he knew he'd had a productive day, whether in conversation or in a project. Rest in peace John
May my support warm your heart
- Ellen Watson, on
May 5, 2026
Dear Marc, Michelle and Chantel,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. He was such a beautiful person inside and out. We loved the chats with him, always so much to say. He will surely be missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
Micheline and Paul Guertin
May my support warm your heart
- Micheline and Paul Guertin, on
May 5, 2026
Deepest condolences to his family, friends and all his loved ones.🙏
- Lina Chartrand-Carriere, on
May 5, 2026
So very sorry for your loss of your much loved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather. May he rest in peace.
- Shirley Dorsey, on
May 5, 2026
My sincere condolences to Michelle and family. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
- Cory McInnes , on
May 5, 2026
Jean .. you have enhanced so many lives with your faith in our Lord . I watched as you struggled to stand or knee at Mass but we're faithful to your belief. I know there is a place with you beside Him .
Bless your family Jean . You paved are true road .
Brother Bob Turcotte & Sofia Slulga. 🙏
- Robert Turcotte, on
May 5, 2026
I am so saddened to hear this news, he was a beautiful man so kind and caring. Going to be missed dearly. Rest easy John. Condolences to all the families from myself and my sister Shirley Craig, who goes way back. RIP🙏🙏🙏
May my support warm your heart
- Yvonne Menard , on
May 5, 2026
My condolences to the family..John will be missed by all who knew him…RIP John..well deserved after a full life
- Bob Zidar, on
May 5, 2026
Saddened to hear the news. John and his family were great neighbors for decades. Godspeed.
Bonnie and Mark.
- Bonnie Duggan, Mark Didine, on
May 5, 2026
My sympathies to Judy and family on the loss of such a fine man
- Paul Filteau, on
May 6, 2026
My condolences to the family. John was a treasured friend and neighbour over many decades to my late parents, Nick and Thora, at their beloved Sesekinika cottage. His wonderful personality will be missed.
- Neil Roman, on
May 6, 2026
I have found memories of John visiting my Dad to play some cribbage. For the longest time my brother Paul had. Green Giant blanket in his room. Our condolences.
- Nicole Dufresne Baker, on
May 6, 2026
The Vermette Family
We are so saddened to receive the news concerning John . What a kind , enthusiastic and involved person who contributed so much to KL . A conversation with John was bound to improve anyone’s day!
Our condolences to his family and many friends- Brian and Gale
- Brian and Gale Hamilton , on
May 6, 2026
I am sad to hear of John’s passing Judy. He and his young cronies certainly ran a tight ship with us gals at the Encore carpentry shop. I know I am not alone in expressing my gratitude for all his support and efforts. Thank you for sharing him. He was a good man.
May my support warm your heart
- Lorraine Montague, on
May 6, 2026
Our deepest sympathy to Judy, Marc, Michelle and Chantel on the passing of your a wonderful man. So happy we were able to reconnect last summer. I will always have great memories of him.
- Ron and Debbie Rivard, on
May 7, 2026
My sincere condolence to you Judy and to all your family and friends.
May John RIP.🙏
- Stella Fortin, on
May 7, 2026
Our condolences to all the family.
- Lloyd & Marg Fraser, on
May 7, 2026
Our condolences to Auntie Judy and John's Family. John was one of the nicest person's that I met. He will be missed.
- Jeff and Kristine, on
May 7, 2026
My sincere sympathy
- Heather Gillett, on
May 8, 2026
Judy, we are so very sorry for the loss of your beloved John. Meeting John when I was first introduced to the Perrier, he was so welcoming and kind and cooked the best fish!
We are sorry we could not make it up north for the service but please know that Shawn, myself, Colten and Avery are thinking of you.
Love the Perrier family
- Karyn, on
May 8, 2026
Deepest condolences to the Vermette family. John was surely a great Dad, hubby, grampa and a good friend to many. Keep those memories alive...
- Helene and Don Studholme, on
May 9, 2026
Dear Judy, know that I am thinking of you and the. entire Vermette family. My love and prayers are with you.Judy❤️
- Judy mcleod, on
May 9, 2026
Sincere and heartfelt condolences to Michelle, Marc & Families, as well as all of Mr. Vermette’s Loved Ones. It looks like he had a very full, rewarding & happy life, enjoying each & every moment!💙
May he RIP!🩵
May my support warm your heart
- Therese & Daren Allaire, on
May 11, 2026
I am so sorry for your great loss Judy. From what I read, John was a wonderful man. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. 🙏🙏🙏
- Joan Lemire, on
May 18, 2026
My deepest condolences go out to all. John was a lovely man, underneath his tough exterior. I met him when I took woodworking at the Encore club. RIP John...
- Laura Gagnon, on
May 21, 2026
My deepest sympathy to you Judy and family. I remember Marc many years ago when he was a young boy. He would come into Northland Trust where I was working to visit his aunt Angie.
So sorry for your loss.
- Mary Luoma (MacDonald), on
June 10, 2026
