It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John E.V. Jones on February 19,
2025, peacefully at his home in Campbellford, ON, at the age of 93. John was born April
25, 1931, in Gravesend, Kent, England. He studied architecture in Canterbury, where he
met his wife Alison. After working in London as a professional architect, he moved his
family to Toronto in 1967 and settled in Ajax in 1968. For the next fifty-two years, John
was an active member of his community, enthusiastically volunteering his valuable time
at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Rotary Club of Ajax, Ajax Municipal Housing
Corp. and the local Business Improvement Association. He was not shy to share his
opinions and insights with eloquence and a rapier sharp wit at public meetings and in
numerous letters to the editor of local newspapers. He was well known as the co-host of
the Rotary Club’s televised bingo on Cable 10 calling the numbers by their nicknames
("66 - clickety-click!") and trading jokes with his on-air partner. John was instantly
recognizable as the distinguished bearded gentleman who drove his red Triumph TR6
with the top down regardless of the temperature.
John opened an architecture office in the Ajax Plaza. Examples of his distinctive
architectural designs that grace Durham Region are Ajax Fire Station No. 2, Ajax
Hydro/Elexicon Building, Oshawa Fire Station No. 4, and Brock Place plaza in Whitby.
John greatly enjoyed walking their pet dogs, camping, carpentry, photography, attending
and hosting social events, music and sing-songs with his Rotary buddies.
John is survived by his wife Alison, daughter Elizabeth Mathewson (Michael), son
Christopher (Claudia), niece Carol, grandchildren Alison (Eric), Vincent, Michelle
(Kevin), Julia and Elaine, and great-grandchildren Silas, Jacob, Lily, Jack, Mark and
Cameron.
The family is enormously grateful for the in-home services and friendship John received
from the PSW’s and nurses of St. Elizabeth’s Health Care, the Victoria Order of Nurses,
Ed’s House, the Northumberland Community Paramedics, Connie Wilson, Dr. Carlos Yu and Dr. Kelly Parks. No words can express our gratitude to Elizabeth and Michael who opened their home to John and Alison in October 2020. Because of their loving care and devotion,
John was able to live out his life at home surrounded by his family.
A Celebration of Life will be held for John at the Accettone Funeral Home, 384 Finley Avenue, Ajax on Saturday, March 29, 2025 from 2pm to 5 pm
with tributes and sharing of memories at
3 pm. All our welcome to join us.
The family encourages donations to the Campbellford Memorial Hospital Foundation and
Parkinson Canada.
Messages of Condolence
It was our pleasure to enjoy John from the late 70's on. His wit and humour was what set him apart. His volunteer time was greatly appreci...
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It was our pleasure to enjoy John from the late 70's on. His wit and humour was what set him apart. His volunteer time was greatly appreciated
Rene & June Soetens Ajax Rotary March 27, 2025
Rene & June Soetens Ajax Rotary March 27, 2025
Spent many good times with John at Ajax Rotary and enjoyed seeing John and Allison walking the dogs passed our home.
Also the Rotary Pan...
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Spent many good times with John at Ajax Rotary and enjoyed seeing John and Allison walking the dogs passed our home.
Also the Rotary Pancake breakfast was enjoyed by chef John and myself.God bless.
PAUL BUTLER AJAX March 27, 2025
PAUL BUTLER AJAX March 27, 2025
Condolences to the family. We all heard of John's passing this morning at Ajax Rotary meeting.
I met John when I first joined Rotary. Hi...
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Condolences to the family. We all heard of John's passing this morning at Ajax Rotary meeting.
I met John when I first joined Rotary. His wit was entertaining and sometimes colourful. I think of John with a smile. RIP, your large personality will always be remembered and the good work done for Ajax. ❤️
Marsha Jones Dooley Ajax and Roseneath March 27, 2025
Marsha Jones Dooley Ajax and Roseneath March 27, 2025
My condolences and prayers to Chris, Claudia and all your family on the loss of your father.
Blessings Eileen and Calvin
Eileen Stone Baltimore, Ontario February 28, 2025
Allison, Liz and Chris,
Thanks for the memories of 60 years ago when our two families were all such good friends tog...
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Allison, Liz and Chris,
Thanks for the memories of 60 years ago when our two families were all such good friends together. My best of John is the day we both went to the football Cup Final. Love and hugs.
Revd. Donald Lugg Whitstable, Kent, England February 25, 2025
Revd. Donald Lugg Whitstable, Kent, England February 25, 2025
So sorry to hear about your Dad. He was such a character! He was lucky to have such a wonderful daughter and I know he was very proud of y...
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So sorry to hear about your Dad. He was such a character! He was lucky to have such a wonderful daughter and I know he was very proud of you.
Jill Hefley Queensville February 25, 2025
Jill Hefley Queensville February 25, 2025
My condolences to Liz, Mike, Allison and the rest of the family. I had the pleasure of providing care to John over the last couple of year...
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My condolences to Liz, Mike, Allison and the rest of the family. I had the pleasure of providing care to John over the last couple of years as a PSW and then a Nurse. He was such a pleasure to visit; the highlight of my day was going to see him and the family. He always had a smile and made you laugh. I’ll cherish those memories. Liz and Mike you both did such an amazing job with him. Thinking of you guys during this difficult time.
Bobby-Jo Rayner Campbellford February 24, 2025
Bobby-Jo Rayner Campbellford February 24, 2025
I had the pleasure of working with John for over two years as his personal support worker. John and Allison were incredibly kind and wonde...
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I had the pleasure of working with John for over two years as his personal support worker. John and Allison were incredibly kind and wonderful to work with. Seeing John and his beautiful family was always the highlight of my day and I will forever be grateful I had the honour of knowing him in his later years. John has left me with many wonderful memories, better grammar (I was a tough student) and a multitude of party jokes and limericks that I will never be able to deliver as well as he could. John was truly an unforgettable man and a treasure (as he would always say) to work with. My sincerest condolences to Alison, Liz, Mike and the rest of your wonderful family.
Amanda Wilkinson Madoc February 24, 2025
Amanda Wilkinson Madoc February 24, 2025
My condolences to you and your family.
Debora Windover Campbellford ON February 24, 2025
I’m sorry to hear this sad news Liz and family. Your dad must have been an extraordinary person and you will miss him.
Karen MacGinnis Campbellford February 24, 2025
Liz, Such sad news. When these long lived treasures move on from their time with us, it's heart breaking but please remember that true lo...
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Liz, Such sad news. When these long lived treasures move on from their time with us, it's heart breaking but please remember that true love never dies. We hope that this truth comforts you during this difficult time.
With our condolences,
Loren and Allison Chrystal
Loren Chrystal Mississauga February 24, 2025
Loren Chrystal Mississauga February 24, 2025
Dear Liz and all of your family
So sorry to hear your sad news. It sounds as though your dad had a wonderful life with all of you.
Sendi...
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Dear Liz and all of your family
So sorry to hear your sad news. It sounds as though your dad had a wonderful life with all of you.
Sending love
Coral xx
Coral Bailey Deal Kent England February 24, 2025
Coral Bailey Deal Kent England February 24, 2025
Liz and Michael. Our condolences to you and your family. Your dad had a wonderful and full life that will leave you with many good memor...
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Liz and Michael. Our condolences to you and your family. Your dad had a wonderful and full life that will leave you with many good memories to help you through this difficult time.
Jill Stewart Campbellford February 24, 2025
Jill Stewart Campbellford February 24, 2025
Loving condolences to Allison, Liz, Mike and Family from Scot and Rosilin.
Scot Mathewson Spring Hill, Florida February 24, 2025
Liz and family. I feel for you and family at these trying times. Our heart is will all of you!
Earl McLean Napanee February 24, 2025
So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing Liz. You and Mike will have happy memories of your time together. Sending hugs to you all.
Marilyn Henderson Peterborough February 24, 2025
Thoughts and prayers are with you Liz and family at this difficult time
Leslie and Gene Gifford Ennismore February 24, 2025
So sorry for your Family loss . Thinking of you all at this time . Love Bonnie & John.
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