Sadly we announce the death of John Anthony Payette who gracefully departed from this world in his 89th year on November 11, 2022. The last surviving member of 9 siblings. He was born in Lachine to Irene Snider and Stanislas Payette. Loving husband of 63 years to Jil Carol Johansson (deceased); loving father to Michael John, Kerry Ann Payette (Chris Bell), grandfather to Madison Joy Bell (Nick Turcot) and MacKenzie James Bell. Brother-in-law to Joyce Payette, Lise Payette, Lyn Johansson and Gary Johansson and uncle to many nieces and nephews.
His joy for life was always on display engaging everyone with a warm smile and lively conversation. His strong sense of community came from his deeply rooted faith which granted him love and energy to help out countless people through a variety of causes. He was a humble and much loved parishioner of St. Edward The Confessor and St. Thomas à Becket, communities where he found comfo
rt and nourishment for his soul. A devoted family man who lived his life with a spring in his step, love in his heart and a warm hug for all. His remarkable presence will be dearly missed by his family, friends, and community.
Visitation from 10am-11am followed by a service 11am-12pm will be held on Saturday, November 26th at Saint Edward The Confessor, 98 Aurora Ave, Pointe-Claire, Qc H9R 3G7
In lieu of flowers, a donation in his memory to the TC Dellar Palliative Care Resident would be appreciated by the family.
Louise & David McAleer
November 18, 2022 at 11:26 amRemembering a good friend and his love of life, his family, his faith, and his ever present smile. Our
rivaled hockey games, Jim’s Padres and Charlies Angels, our Friday cribbage meets, but mostly just remembering an ‘all around’ great guy and good friend. He will truly be missed by all.
Kerry
December 10, 2022 at 3:34 pmThank you for your friendship over the years. He appreciated you both greatly and loved the connection he found with you. We love you and are sending you our thanks for being in our lives and surrounding us with your warmth and kindness always.
Catherine Pilon
November 18, 2022 at 1:59 pmChère Kerry-Ann,
Quel homme honorable et agréable était cet homme si bien décrit. Mes pensées sont avec toi durant cette épreuve. Mes plus sincères condoléances.
Kerry
December 10, 2022 at 3:35 pmThank you Catherine for your kindness.
Susan Beauchamp
November 18, 2022 at 2:01 pmOur Deepest Sympathies from the Beauchamp Family. Great memories we will cherish.
Kerry
December 10, 2022 at 3:36 pmSending you much love. Please hug your dad for us
Nancy Payette
November 18, 2022 at 7:33 pmHe was a very dear uncle and he would light up every time I saw him.
Payette Michael
November 24, 2022 at 5:07 pmThanks so much Nancy. I’m so glad to hear from you. I think of you often, even from far away whenever I pass by a sight we visited together or if I see it in the news or something I feel a sense of connection with you and it always brings a smile to my face.
Your uncle Johnny was as lively as ever, right up to his death. Even though he could drive me nuts I was so lucky be with him for the last 4 years. It’s hard to believe but the older he got, especially towards the end, the less I consider him a father a the more he felt like a good friend.
Kerry Payette
December 10, 2022 at 3:48 pmThank you Nancy. Dad was always so happy to be with family it’s what kept him going all these years. Sending you much love.
Nancy Payette
December 31, 2022 at 12:12 amThank you cousin’s. That means so much. I dropped into your family unannounced and put stress on your mon and dad.
Nancy Payette
December 31, 2022 at 12:13 amForgive me please
Stephen Sullivan
November 23, 2022 at 9:49 amOur Sympathies from Diane and Stephen Sullivan i was is internal sales service, for all is customers for 25 years working for Consumers Glass and Mac closures .We had a great time together We traveled all over Quebec to visit his Customers.What a wonderful person.There is one thing i will always remember He told me ,the most important personne when you visit a Customer is he receptionist .Always offer a candy that person will always remember you name. Sorry and can.t make it for the service.
Kerry Payette
December 10, 2022 at 3:51 pmThank you Stephen for your friendship with dad over the years. He spoke of you often sharing warm memories of your time together.