George Douglas “Doug” Johns
January 28, 1937 - July 16, 2024
Funeral Details: A Mass will be Celebrated at St. Mary’s Parish, 65 Amelia St., Barrie, on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 10 a.m. Reception to follow in the Parish Hall.
Passed away peacefully on July 16, 2024, at the age of 87 years. Husband of the late Julia Rose (nee Geniole). Loving father of Rose (George), Nick (Tracy), and Christine. Special papa of Alicia (Matt), Justin (deceased), Derek, Nikki (Eric), Carley (Shane), and Chloe (Nick), and great-papa of Blake, Layla, Beau, Camryn, and Wrenley. Predeceased by his loving mother Annmarie, sister Wendy, and brother Bryant. Will also be remembered by many nieces and newphews.
Doug enjoyed his work with the City of Toronto in Parks and Recreation. He was cherished for his caring and compassionate nature, with a deep love for family, especially his grandchildren, who held a special place in his heart. Even in moments when his memory faltered, pictures of his grandchildren never failed to brighten his spirits. He was a devoted father, remembered for always being eager to lend a helping hand.
A Mass will be Celebrated at St. Mary’s Parish, 65 Amelia St., Barrie, on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 10 a.m., followed by a reception in the Parish Hall. A private inurnment will be held at a later date at St. Mary’s Cemetery, where he will be laid to rest near his grandson Justin.
The family extends sincere gratitude to the staff at Owen Hill Community Care for their exceptional care and support, affectionately referring to Doug as “Handsom Ted Danson.”
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Doug can be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association. Online memories and condolences can be shared at www.peacefultransition.ca.
Peaceful Transition Simcoe
Pat & Craig Bridgewater
Posted on: Thursday, July 18, 2024Doug lit up the room with his beautiful smile and was always a pleasure to be with. We’ll always remember him as “Dougie”
Love Pat & Craig
Lori Addison
Posted on: Thursday, July 18, 2024Doug RIP, memories will go with you of your family and Grandchildren. You will be missed 😞❤️
Ronny Crook
Posted on: Thursday, July 18, 2024Rosemary,Nick and family I feel your pain but remember the joy your father brought to many people in his life he was a wonderful man and my thoughts and prayers are with you
Melissa Munro - RPN
Posted on: Thursday, July 18, 2024Doug had a radiating smile that will be dearly missed at Owen Hill. I am so grateful to have been apart of his journey and send family and friends my sincere condolences.
Jocelynn and Duncan Sutherland
Posted on: Thursday, July 18, 2024Thinking about the entire family during this difficult time.
Madelyn Lye
Posted on: Friday, July 19, 2024Doug will be so deeply missed by all of us at Owen Hill. He was a big personality with a great smile and amazing hair which will be so missed.
Julie
Posted on: Monday, July 29, 2024Dear Doug RIP sweet man. You will be missed. Love from Julie PSW Owen Hill
John and Margaret Geniole
Posted on: Wednesday, August 7, 2024Our sincere condolences to Rose,Nick and Christine and their families for the loss of their Dad,Uncle and Papa. Doug was a favourite brother in law to us for many years and we all will miss his smiles,good nature and his genuine love for his nieces and nephews and especially his beautiful grand children. God bless him and May he rest in peace. Sending much love from Aunty Margaret and Uncle Johnny 🙏🏻❤️
Alessandra & Tyler
Posted on: Monday, August 12, 2024We had the pleasure of meeting Carley’s Papa over 7 years ago. He always had a big smile on his face to greet us when we came in the house. His smile could light up a room! After many visits to Christine’s we began referring to him as Papa, too. His stories would make us laugh and his eyes would always light up when he would look at Carley & Chloe, and even more so when he saw Blake & Beau. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Our deepest and most sincere condolences to the entire Johns family for the loss of their Dad/Papa. Sending all our love.
Ashley and Paul Magliocchi
Posted on: Saturday, August 17, 2024Sending prayers and love during this difficult time, Our deepest condolences to the whole family ♥️