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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
It is with profound sadness that we learned last evening that our dear friend and colleague John Miller passed away at 8:38 PM in the Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria. Affectionately known as Lumpy to most of us, he underwent complicated open heart surgery this past Tuesday, 29 July, to repair a leak in his upper aorta from a previous surgery. The surgery lasted some 10-11 hours. While the procedure was successful, complications arose in the ensuing days with his kidneys and then liver. In spite of the best efforts to save him, he slipped away about four hours ago with Christine and family holding vigil over him. He was a man of great faith and is now at peace.
We will remember Lumpy for many things - his wonderful sense of humour, his love of telling stories, his laugh and smile, even his analytical mind - one of a true naval logistician. But most of all we will remember him for his love of his family and friends. He was a wonderful husband to Christine and father to his children. He was also the best friend one could hope for whom we will miss dearly. We all are richer for having known him.
Our sincere condolences to Christine, Natalie, Emily and Justin. May all of the wonderful memories you shared as a family keep you strong in the days ahead...
Rest in Peace Lumpy, fair winds and following seas... And, as he always used to say to me at the end of every phone call or visit, God Bless. (Written by Dan Dempsey)
Ships served in: ROYAL ROADS Military College - RMC Class of 1975
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