Condolence From: Kevin Shea
Condolence: Sadly, I only learned of Dr. Shaw's passing when I watched a Barilko special on TSN. I wrote the Barilko book, and Dr. Shaw was so important go the book. He was a lovely man with great passion for life, and I send my most sincere condolences to family and friends.
Thursday January 26, 2017
Condolence From: Romain Family
Condolence: Dear Gwen and family;
We were next door neighbours for many years on Patricia Blvd. and we got to know John very well. Firstly, I must say there was no finer dentist anywhere. Doc looked after our many visits to his dental chair and performed what I call "miracles" when it came to our teeth. Next, as a neighbour he was always there to help or to have a chat and a cold one with. His dedication to family and community will be missed. RIP Doc John.
Rick, Cec & Rose Romain
Monday January 23, 2017
Condolence From: Dr. Gilles LaMarche
Condolence: Dear Gwen and children - yor husband/father had a major postive impact on thousands of lives, one of them being mine. As a young boy living on Brousseau Avenue, I worked at your house, babysat the children, and learned from this man of compassion and high integrity, the value of dedication and commitment. Everytime our paths crossed, John had something nice to say. He took time to stop by my chiropractic office when I had my grand opening, came to my retirement when I left practice ill. He contributed so much value to others. I feel honoured to have kown John. May you be comforted knowing that this man lived a life of great significance.
Sincerely,
Gilles
Thursday December 29, 2016
Condolence From: Carlo Matulich
Condolence: I'm sorry to hear of Doc Shaw's passing and my condolences to the Shaw's. It's been many years but I remember him as a really nice man. I don't know what happened to his boys though;)
The woodpecker was the coolest truck in town. I even got to drive it once. I heard John was still playing hockey. That's cool. Take care Shaw family. Think of the good times and try and have a nice Christmas.
Saturday December 24, 2016
Condolence From: Dan Sullivan
Condolence: Gwen and the Shaw gang
Saddened by the news of John. Have many good memories including great conversations while in the dentist chair, fun runs down Kid Creek hwy to Hershey Lake, peeling logs for the cottage and many more. He will be missed.
Friday December 23, 2016
Condolence From: Madison & Lily Drever
Condolence: Sending all of our love and condolences, Dr. Shaw will be greatly missed and never forgotten
Thursday December 22, 2016
Condolence From: Jim and Betty Ann Horbul
Condolence: So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this time and remembering John. Take care. Betty Ann and Jim Horbul
Wednesday December 21, 2016
Condolence From: Diana Stokes
Condolence: Dear Gwen and family,
I am very sorry for your loss of John. He was such a positive, energetic and kind person. He was very supportive of my family who had no family in Timmins, always available to drive one of the kids or drop off a meal Gwen had cooked.
I remember a rousing game of Trivial Pursuit and hearing all about Bill Barilko in front of the fire one Christmas. He had such enthusiasm and energy for his projects, his community and most importantly, his family.
John will be greatly missed.
Love, Diana
Wednesday December 21, 2016
Condolence From: Greg Young
Condolence: Dear Gwen and Family,
I want to send you my deepest condolences. Doc Shaw had been in my life. Being our dentist to organizing the Jasper to Banff relay, all of my memories are fond ones. The day I was given the Timmins Stragglers shirt was a proud moment that I will always remember. His memory will live on in our lives. We will cherish them forever.
Greg and Darlene Young
Cliff and Denise Young
Wednesday December 21, 2016
Condolence From: Geoffrey Roulet
Condolence: Dear Gwen and Family
So sorry to hear of John’s passing. His boundless energy and enthusiasm was an inspiration during my years in Timmins. His memory will live on in the minds of all those who ran with him over the years.
Geoff Roulet – a fellow Timmins Straggler
Wednesday December 21, 2016
