It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Raymond Morrison Aka as Big John or Papa John of Kirkland Lake, ON on November 24th, 2023 at the age of 69.
John was born April 20th 1954 in New Castle, New Brunswick. John lived many places during his life, most notably Virginiatown, New Liskeard, and Tabusintac, NB where he called home. He was an avid fisherman who loved the water, when he wasn't fishing he was spending time with his family. John spent his most recent years as a Cab driver for Co-Op Taxi, where he used his "Gift of Gab" to make friends throughout the community. Big John will be remembered for his big personality and sense of humor.
He leaves behind his wife Chantel Morrison, Son Shawn(Raymonde) Morrison, Daughters Trisha (D'arcy) Cote, Stephonie (Aaron) Coumbs and Samantha Morrison(Jean).
He will be dearly missed by his grandchildren, Jessica(Eric), Savannah(Justin) Dawson(Abigail), Anthony, Savanah(Jesse) Damian(Eryn) Liam, Emery and Aurora as well as his great-grandchildren Cameron, Hannah, Edmond, Amiley and a new baby girl Due in February. His Brother Stephen(Jeannine) Morrison Sister-in-Law Fran Deschamps, Mother-in-Law Sylvia Deschamps. His Nieces Kayla(James) and Shannon(Chris), his Nephews, Shawn, Anthony, Scott(Ashley), AJ and Andrew(Tanika). And numerous great nieces and nephews.
He is preceded by his Mother Maude Steen, his Father Jerry Morrison, sister Martha Steen, Father-in-Law Romeo Deschamps, his nephew Klaus Campbell and his grandson Junior.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Timiskaming Funeral Cooperative, (formerly French Family Funeral Home) 111 Burnside Dr. in Kirkland Lake, Ontario on Dec 5th, 2023 from 2-4pm. Anyone wanting for come share stories and say goodbye are welcome.
Sympathy Messages
My deepest condolences to you all in the loss of you father, grandfather and great grandfather.
- Doreen, on
November 27, 2023
condolences to all family , giving all sadness and sorrow
- victor kowbassa, on
November 27, 2023
Our deepest condolences to the family and friends.So sorry for your loss.John will be missed by all knew him RIP John
- Charlene and Brian Hosken , on
November 27, 2023
Our sincere condolences to the family
- Bonine Devine, on
November 27, 2023
Am so sorry sweetie! He was an awesome man! His love for you was unconditional! His heart to big for the likes of us lil humans! HUGZ sweetie! Sending much love and hugs for all of you who've lost this great friendly gentleman!
May my support warm your heart
- Amy Silverwolf, on
November 27, 2023
I am so very sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a man whom I totally respected. The " twinkle "
in his eyes , let you know he was up to something funny.
My and the Armstrong family send to you and yours our most sincere condolences on your loss. May your memories of John be with you every day.
- Merdy Armstrong, on
November 28, 2023
So sorry to hear of Johns passing. May he RIP.
Bill and Dianne Edge
- Bill Edge , on
November 28, 2023
We are so very for your loss. Our condolences to the family and friends
- Tina Bailey &Francis Dorval , on
November 29, 2023
I'm sorry to hear of John's passing.
My heartfelt sorrow goes out to Chantel and the family
- Normand Roy, on
November 29, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. John will be rememberd as a great manR.I.P our friend.
- Rheal and Wanda Belanger, on
November 30, 2023
We are so very sorry for your family's loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your family
RIP big John.
- Tina Bailey &Francis Dorval, on
December 5, 2023
We are so sorry to hear of Johns passing. May he RIP.
- Matt and Willie Reimer, on
December 28, 2023
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