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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
LEARY, John Malcolm (Jack) - passed away peacefully on September 5, 2016 at George Derby Centre in Burnaby at the age of 85. Jack is survived by his wife of 62 years, Irene; children Mike (Susan), Tim and Kathy; grandchildren Melanie (Tristan), Ryan, Diane, Jake, Kimberley, Christy, Jackie and Mitch and sister Pat (Alan). Born in Abbotsford and served in the RCN from 1948-1953 during the Korean Conflict. He joined the VPD in 1956 and was a proud member for 25 years. Jack continued working at a family business until the age of 65 and retired in South Surrey. Jack spent his retirement years enjoying crabbing and fishing in Birch Bay, travelling and wintering in Palm Springs. The family is forever grateful for the loving care Jack received at Special Care West at George Derby for the last 3 years of his life. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Jack's favourite charity, "Operation Smile." (The Province / Vancouver Sun - 10 Sep 2016)
John's brother, Joseph Ernest Leary, also served in the RCN.
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