Passed away peacefully in his 89th year at the Health Sciences Complex in St. John's in the presence of his family on Tuesday, July 22nd after a battle with cancer. Originally from Port Saunders, John spent his last 6 years living in St. John's. John served with the North Nova Scotia Highlanders during the Second World War and worked with the forest operations of Bowaters and Labrador Linerboard, as well as the provincial Department of Forestry. John was an avid gardener and hobby farmer. Predeceased by his parents Issac and Susie Caines, Brother Walter and brothers-in-law Chesley Parsons, William Gilliam and Ralph Manuel. Leaving to mourn his loving wife of 60 years Stella (nee House), son Paul, daughter-in-law Simone and grandchildren Matthew and Leila; brothers Michael (Ann) and Thomas (Barbara); sisters Ann, Doreen and Gwen; special nieces Susan and Jill Caines. Visitation will take place at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9 and on Thursday 2-4 & 7-9. The Funeral Service will take place at St. Mark's the Evangelist on July 25th at 2:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Care Foundation. To send a message of condolence or to sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com