John was a devoted husband, father and grandfather, who loved his family and lifelong work as a Structural Engineer.
The diagnosis of melanoma did not hinder his peaceful, loving and hardworking nature. John continually demonstrated how to walk with grace and strength through even the darkest times. He is, and will always be dearly missed and forever adored.
We extend our deepest gratitude to the Chris O’Brien Lifehouse for being not just a place of expertise and utmost care, but also of support and warmth, that held us through his final days.
In memory of John, we invite you to donate on his behalf so others may also receive the invaluable treatment and care.
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Stephen Jermyn
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Tony Cunningham
We are deeply saddened by this news, Our deepest condolences to the whole family. John has been our Engineer since I began our company 20 or so years ago and it was a privilege to learn and work with him. From all of the team at Cunningham Custom homes our deepest condolences
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Robert & Tammy Eltobbagi
Your legacy of professionalism and friendship will be etched into our lives. You will be deeply missed. Rest peacefully, knowing your impact has left an indelible mark Love Robert & Tammy Eltobbagi & the team at Quantum Engineers
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Kim Hitch & Family
Special people in our lives may leave this world but they remain in our hearts forever ❤️
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Joel & Rebecca De Stoop
We are holding you close in our thoughts and prayers. John was gentle, kind and generous and he will be greatly missed. x
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Florence And John Kiely
We will miss you so much John. Our family won't be the same without you. We will cherish and carry our memories in our hearts now and forever .Rest in Peace dear John .. you are loved and will be missed
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Mary Temple
Our thoughts are with you all. Much love from Mary, Richard, Liz, Tim, Luci, Kirsten, and Nick and their families.
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David & Margaret Leahy
John you were a cherished member of our family. We’ll always remember you. We loved your unwavering kindness, quiet strength , and unique sense of humour that was the highlight of many family events. Rest in peace. David & Margaret
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Gill & Pat Shanahan
Sending our love and remembering what a lovely, gentle and kind man John was. He will be deeply missed xx
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May Leahy
In memory of John my much loved son in law. I will never forget you and the memories of all the happy years we spent together as a family . Rest in Peace John 🙏🙏
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Marie Baker
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Celine Tam
To the Donovan family I am truly sorry for your loss. You have all been my second family and I am so lucky to have had John as my second Dad. I love you all so much and the memories of John will forever live on in our hearts. Rest in peace dad ❤️
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Derek, Martha, Conor & Isabela Kellett
Dear Joyce & family, It is with deepest sympathy that we send you our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved husband and father, John. A man of gentle demeanour, kind nature balanced with a strong character and sense of purpose. A dutiful and loving father who was respected and admired by all who knew him. We pray for you all during this very sad time, but recognize that John is now truly at peace in heaven with our Lord God.
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Domenic, Sarah & Joshua
May John Rest in Peace. He showed that age was no barrier, and we loved seeing him in the gym! He will be dearly missed.
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Lynne Dawson
My thoughts and prayers go to John’s family. He was a wonderful man
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Lee & Mike
Rach & Family - we are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. We know how much you adore your father and how John will be forever missed. Sending you all love and strength. xox
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Margaret Sneddon
Beautiful Rach and Donovan family, I am so sorry and deeply saddened over your dad’s passing. A wonderful dad and family man who will be deeply missed. Love and hugs to you all.
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Sidhant Kumar
John was always kind and always understanding. I could never have asked for a better mentor and friend. I will miss you John.
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Charles, Cheryle, Liam And Ruby Kellett
To Joyce and family, We are deeply sorry for your loss. Though distance may have kept us apart, know that our thoughts are with all of you who were so special to John, at this difficult time. May you find comfort in cherished memories and the love that surrounds you. Wishing you strength and peace in the days ahead. Rest in peace dear John. With deepest sympathy, Charles, Cheryle, Liam and Ruby.
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Melanie Liao
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Lesley Keogh
In loving memory of John. A gentleman and a very gentle man. Always a big smile on his face. Much love to you and the family. May he rest in eternal peace. Lesley and Paul.
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Julie Sweet
To beautiful Jocelyn, lovely Rach and the gorgeous Donovan family, we are so deeply deeply sorry for all you’re enduring. Please know our hearts are with you, now more than ever. All our love, Jules, Greg, Noah and Sugar. xxxx
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Tsvetomir Dinchev
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Frank Kellett
Dearest Joyce and Family , Heartfelt sadness on the passing of your beloved John. he was always such a beautiful person and gentleman in every way - always friendly and good natured in all the years I have known him. I cherish the time we spent together during the period I spent with you after Covid when I stayed with you and he. We know that he has gone straight to Heaven. Bless you and all of your family in God's graces
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Janita & Viral
Dear Jocelyn and family. We are deeply sorry for your loss. May god give you all strength during this time. John was kind, gentle and generous. He always had a smile on his face. May his memories live on and his soul rest in peace. Janita and Viral
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Carmel Lonergan
A special family and a very special Man. To Joyce and all the Donovan/Leahy/Kiely families our hearts and thoughts are with you. ☘️
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Declan And Trish
Our deepest condolences to you Joyce and all the family. John had the great wit of the laconic Aussie and was a true gentleman.
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Kirsten Temple
Dear Joyce & family, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts.
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Tarnnum Perveen
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Giuseppe Da Roit
My sincere sympathy
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Justin & Fiona Fitzgerald
Today was a lovely service and John would have been so proud. We remember him as a living and devoted family man with a wonderful sense of humour. Much love to you all, from Justin, Fiona, Ethan, Riley & Sienna
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Krish, Lisa & Arjun Sharma
So sorry for your loss. We know John was a much loved husband, father and grandfather. No amount of time is ever enough to have with someone so loved ❤️
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Kevin Gibbons
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David Spata
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Trent & Fiona
John was a wonderful man and we’re so sad that cancer took him too early. Hopefully continuing research into causes of (and cures for) cancer one day will soon be found. Our love to you all, Trent and Fiona
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Peter Burrows
John was a gentleman in every sense of the word. Always a friendly face and a smile, and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
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Azadeh & Mehdi
We're really sorry to hear about John. Our hearts go out to you during this tough time. John was a truly remarkable person and he will be greatly missed. Our heartfelt condolences to the Donovan family. With deepest sympathy, Azadeh & Mehdi
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Nilesh Patel
Rest in peace JOHN, my mentor and my guru. 💐🙏🙏 - Nilesh
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Anonymous
Lots of love and God’s blessings to you Joce
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Mary Smiddy
My dearest cousin. Sending you and the girls all my love & prayers. It was an honour and a privilege to know John, a very special human being x
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Edward Kellett
Dear Joyce, our deepest condolences always. Remembering a lovely gentle man. Eddie Dymphna Julie Barry Edward Joyce and families .All our love xx
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Melita Sutton
My thoughts are with you. With love from Melita xx
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Rishav Neupane
Rest in peace, John. You were always a guiding light in my career journey. Your mentorship sculpted not just my skills, but my character. Thank you for setting the bar high and showing me what it means to lead with integrity and passion. You'll be deeply missed.
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Terry & Liz Barnes
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Ness, T, Ari And Ella
Thinking of your beautiful family & sending much love ❤️
Jocelyn Our deepest sympathy John was a very good person and will be missed Steve and Terese