VAN TASSEL, JOHN ALLAN "SKIP" - Conceding to a brave battle with cancer, John Allan "Skip" Van Tassel passed away Wednesday, June 27, 2013 with family by his side. He is survived by his two daughters, Lyn Van Tassel (Jamie McCormick) and Judy Van Tassel (Donnie Brown), and their mother, Evelyn Van Tassel; as well as grandsons, Michael McCoy and Mitchell Brown. Following 10 years of service in the Air Force, Skip began his lengthy career with NBTel (Bell Aliant) which continued through to his 80th year. He cherished his time at his summer residence in Cambridge Narrows where his door was always open to many friends and family. He will always be remembered for his quick wit and humour. Skip was predeceased by his parents, James Lovett Van Tassel and Florence Pearl (McLean) Van Tassel.
Following cremation, a memorial service and reception will be held at Shadow Lawn Inn, 3180 Rothesay Rd., Rothesay, NB on Tuesday, July 2 from 2 to 4 pm. Memorial donations can be made to the SPCA/Animal Rescue or the Joshua Group. To sign the guest book or to place an online condolence, please visit www.fundyfuneralhome.com
Skip's family would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Extramural and Palliative Care at the SJRH for their guidance and outstanding compassion.