July 24, 1958 - November 6, 2015
John Morrison, kilt-wearing, golf-obsessed, foodie, fisherman, gardener, athlete and all round "good man" died in Victoria on Friday, November 6, 2015 at 57. He fought an almost unprecedented six year battle with brain cancer after being told he had 12 months to live. John died as he lived, with courage, kindness, spirit and humour.
John was a big-hearted man of many passions. He loved the water, and spent childhood summers at Sechelt, fishing, swimming, and vowed never to live far away from the ocean. John swam competitively, raced road bikes, and played and coached field hockey. John discovered the joy (and agony) of golf later in life. This led to deep friendships with his "Posse", friends from the Cordova Bay Golf Course.
Born in Vancouver, John graduated from UBC, earning a CA, and ultimately becoming CFO at Viking Air. When he could no longer work, he directed his energy into volunteering.
John's greatest love was his family. He was adoring and proud father to Fiona and Axel, loving husband of 25 years to Daniela, brother to Jill (Thom) and Maggie (Tom), brother-in-law to Sue (Stephanie) and Katrin (Rich), and devoted uncle to Mack, Maggie, Angus, Cam, Cole and Finn.
The family thanks all those who cared for John - doctors, nurses, hospice caregivers and volunteers, spiritual healers, and the many friends who brought John his favorite daily brew, along with a lot of laughs. John's story is one of will and determination, and the power of love and support from family and friends. John taught us all that the biggest gift to one's self is a life well lived.
Please join us to celebrate John's life on Sunday, November 29, 2015 from 2pm-5pm at the Church and State Winery, 1445 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood, Victoria. RSVP to celebratejmorrison@gmail.com