Obituary of John Gordon Munn

MUNN, John Gordon - At University Hospital with family by his side, John Munn of Grand Bend passed away peacefully on Monday, October 24th, 2011 in his 67th year. Loving husband for 39 years of Leona Munn (Doerr). Proud father and father-in-law of John and Julie Munn of London, James Munn of Grand Bend and Krista Munn and her husband John Roesner of Nairn. The greatest grandpa to Kody, Zachary, Owen, Zoey, Alysson and Andrew. Cherished brother to Dan Munn of Petrolia. Predeceased by his parents Jack (1992) and Norma (1981) (Bolton) Munn. John will be missed by his mother-in-law Elva Doerr of Nairn and his sister-in-law Susan Bedggood and her husband Ronald of Brigden, brother-in-law Gordon and his wife Dianne of London as well as his nephews and their families. Also missed by extended family and friends, especially Jim Riehl (Diane) of Lambeth who has been John’s best friend for the past 56 years. John worked for over 40 years in the telecommunications field with CNCP Telecommunications, Unitel and 360 Networks. Well known for his infectious smile, love of building, fishing, hunting and travelling. John’s greatest enjoyment in retirement came from spending time with his wife Lee and his cherished grandchildren. John was always giving to others and his final gift was that of life and hope as an organ and tissue donor. Cremation has taken place. Family and friends will be received at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, on Friday, October 28, 2011 from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. with a Memorial Service to follow at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Wendy Murray officiating. In lieu of flowers, please consider signing your organ donation card or go online to the Trillium Gift of Life Network Organ and Tissue donation www.giftoflife.on.ca. In John’s memory, memorial donations would be appreciated to London Health Sciences Foundation Transplant Program, University Hospital. T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood entrusted with arrangements.