The family of John Mactaggart announce his passing at Georgian Bay General Hospital, Midland on Sunday, June 28, 2020. As a husband, brother, father, grandfather, physicist, businessman and gentleman farmer, John lived an eventful life in his own unique way until poor health slowed him down over these past few months.
His boundless energy, zest for life, enthusiasm for his latest project and care for his loved ones will be missed.
A private family funeral was held at the Egan Funeral Home, Bolton (905-857-2213).
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the University of Guelph, 50 Stone Road East, Guelph N1G 2W1 (uoguelph.ca/giving); Nobleton United Church, 6076 King Road, Nobleton L0G 1N0, or the charity of your choice.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
John Matson
to the Mactaggart family sorry to hear of Johns passing he was a great friend and fun to work around he will be missed by many people
Cam Lindsey
Sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was always such a vibrant, fun character. He was enthusiastic in all of his endeavours. Condolences to the family.
Penny and Jim Beck
Laurie and Dan, we are sorry for your loss and our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Evan Cameron
My condolences to the family. John created a strong, dedicated and loyal sales team at ELCAN, with an urgency and passion for growing the business, while finding the time to enjoy the moment during visits to customers throughout the world. His legacy lives on.
Fred & Pat Kolb
Dear Bonnie and the entire family.:
Sorry to hear about your loss. John certainly put up a strong fight in the end. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May he Rest In Peace.
Linda Olsen
To Laurie and Heather and your families, my deepest condolences on the loss of your father and grandfather. Rely on your strong family bonds to see you through the difficult days ahead. My family sends you their thoughts and prayers.
Lynda Rogers
To Heather and Laurie. My sincere condolences on the loss of your father.
You are in my thoughts.
Muriel Cairns
Bonnie and family..While it has been years since we were together (at Linton School) , your brother Allan told me about your husband’s death and I want to send condolences to you . The Mactaggarts are actually related to the Cairns so there is a distant connection . It is hard to lose someone who has been a big part of your life but I hope all the memories of your times together will help the smiles through the tears…all the best to you . Muriel (Goltz) Cairns
Sharon Twomey
To John’s daughters, my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your father !! May your precious memories bring you comfort during this very heart breaking time. John was a wonderful and caring friend who will be very missed very much. Rest in Peace John
Bruce Henderson
My condolences to John’s family. I am going to miss Johns visits for us to discuss life over a bottle of wine. He was a good friend and fellow workmate.
Ken and Christine Graham
To Bonnie, Laurie and Dan, and Heather, I have taught with Bonnie for several years and we are sorry to hear about the loss of John. Although I have never met John, he sounds like a brilliant guy I would have liked to have met. The Mactaggarts are one of the most prominent families in the Nobleton area. Our thoughts are with you.
Ken and Christine Graham
bob early
To John’s extended family; Sorry to hear of his passing. Can’t believe it. I would meet up with John at one of his many sites on delivery, we got along great, and he liked how I looked after his delivery requests. He was always full of questions. Is it tea time yet John ? It is time to rest. Bob Early.
Klaus Kubetz & Marianne Kostic
We are saddened of John’s sudden departure. We will miss his sense of humour and his great”know-how” in marketing. His unique approach and positive thinking – all challenges in today’s work environment – will be in our memory for ever!
Michael and Cheryl Greenhow
Laurie,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You and your family are very much in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Take care,
Michael and Cheryl Greenhow
Tammie
My Sincere condolences to John’s family at this very sad time. John was a client for many years and we shared many laughs. I had an appreciation of his unique sense of humour.
Glen and Debbie Davis
Laurie and Dan and family.
We were sorry to hear that your Dad passed away. Fathers have a special place in their daughter’s hearts. We know that your memories will bring you great comfort during this time and in the future.
Aleisha Richards
Our condolences to John’s Family. John was a fixture in our home. Walking in asking ” coffee on?” in the mornings. Throwing a bag of peas at us in the spring with a promise to return for a snack in June. John was a wonderful mentor and friend. We will miss him greatly. Neil, Karen, Joshua, and Aleisha Richards.
Tammy Camp Cianciulli
Condolences to the entire family. I worked with John at ELCAN and he was always so fun to be around. He was truly the life of the party.
Don and Gail Dalziel
To Bonnie and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult and sad time. Cherish the good times and memories. With deepest sympathy
Don and Gail Dalziel
Lynn Sirove
I worked with John for many decades in Toronto and Midland. One could never keep up his pace for life and business. He knew his business inherently and had a guide to success which he demonstrated over many years. His zest for the good life may have contributed to his current demise; but I can assure you that John would not have done it any other way.
Our world just became a little smaller; We will all miss John!
Jean Claude Poree
Very sorry to hear of John’s passing; He was my boss for many years and we visited customers together in France/Europe.
John had a great company vision ,was at the top in the business negotiations and I appreciated his sense of humor.
My condolences to the family
Jean Claude
Mike Madjerec
So very sorry to learn of John’s passing. John was a friend and work colleague who I will miss. I learned much from John during our close working relationship with ELCAN. My deepest condolences to the entire family.
Mike Madjerec (Tucson, Arizona)
Ted Milner
I am very sorry to hear of John’s passing. I learned a lot from John, an awful lot. He was very demanding, but he gave you everything you needed to meet those demands. I have many pleasant memories of my time with John that put a smile on my face.
‘Ted Milner, 102, Ted 102’.
Gladys Fieldhouse
My condolences Bonnie and family. May you treasure the many happy memories over the years.
Jean Carberry
So sorry to hear of John’s passing. Sincere condolences to the family.
Connie Mezzone
My condolences to the family at this most difficult time..
Kathy Farrelly
Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Iva Muzzin
Bonnie, Heather and Laurie
We were saddened and shocked to hear of Jack’s death. When he came to the farm, he often dropped in for a chat. We extend our deepest condolences to you and hope that you find comfort in the memories of the time you had with him.
Iva and Sergio
PHILIPPE BARDELLE
‘Dr John’ and I first meet in Ottawa; This is winter 1994-1995, John has a vision for ELCAN. John is a quick decision-maker, our collaboration starts shortly thereafter.
I learnt a lot under John’s leadership during our 12-year collaboration and success story.
In many ways John has influenced my life; his mentoring initially has survived until today.
We resume our close relationship after a while, as I attend John’s retirement party at ‘the farm’.
Later, as he kept travelling the world, John would seldom miss the opportunity to stop in Paris/France to visit us.
My kids have grown up yet they do recall “Dr John” and his fancy Christmas ties and superb Hawaiian shirts (not worn simultaneously though !)
So is John; A unique, smart, sensitive, good-hearted being. John is very dear to my heart, he will not be forgotten.
From us all : Our thoughts to Bonnie whom we had met on a few occasions, as well as to all of John’s close.
Philippe (Bardelle)
Wife Natalie, children Oriane, Délia & Amaury
Sudhir
July 17, 2021
Just browsing through the internet, came across the sad news of John’s passing away. Although this happened almost a year ago, I couldn’t help myself writing few lines as he continues to be in my memory as one of the nicest men that I came across in my business career – a man full of life and fun. We worked together for a very long time at a hi-tech firm (later known as Valmet).
His hay-ride parties at his farm in Bolton, a base ball game in Hamilton between our company Canadian and USA divisions, I will cherish in my memory for ever!!!
John, where ever you are now, I am sure you continue to have fun. Regards: Sudhir (Sud)