Sydney
It is with broken hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of John Anthony Violande, 85, on Sunday, January 30, 2022, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney with his daughter by his side.
The son of the late Guiseppe and Sarafina Violande, John is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Kay; sons, John (Trilby), Jim (Pam), and Robbie (Michele); daughters, Rose (Dave Shaheen), Debra (Robert MacPherson), and Cathy. Known as Papa, he is also survived by his 16 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild, all of whom brought him tremendous joy. Also left to mourn are his brothers, Anthony, Michael, Brian, and Tommy; sister, Shirley; brother-in-law, Alphonse; sisters-in-law, Mary, Rose (Basil), and Rose Conohan. He will also be remembered by Harold Legge and Nancy LeBlanc, to whom John provided love and fatherly support.
John was predeceased by his birth parents, Salvador and Mary Degiobbi, as well as his granddaughters, Debra and Jennifer.
John was employed by CBRM Recreation department for 33 years. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Dad was loved by many, as he had a pleasant personality, a genuine interest in people, and was always thankful. He loved hunting at Little Joe’s with his sons, grandsons, and hunting buddies, never missing a season in the past 72 years. John also loved the decades of annual fishing trips with his sons, grandson, and son-in-law. Most of all, John loved family gatherings and celebrations. His passing comes after a life well lived.
Visitation for the late John Violande will be held at the Pier Community Funeral Home, Whitney Pier, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street), Wednesday, February 2, 2022, from 6-9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, February 3, 2022, at 10 a.m. in Holy Redeemer Church, Whitney Pier with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Due to Covid restrictions only invited guests will be able to attend. Interment will be in New Calvary Cemetery, Whitney Pier at a later date.
Covid protocols will be practiced at the service and for those unable to attend, Live Streaming will be available on our website.
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Donations in memory of John may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
Kay & Family
So sorry to hear of John passing My thoughts & Prayers are with you all may God Bless you all
From: Ada Hagen
Kay, Robbie, Michele and families, so sorry to hear of Johns passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
From: Murdock, Angie Cormier, Jackie, Bruce Matthews, Victoria Matthews.
Sorry for your Loss RIP
From: Mike & Debbie Mahon, Louisbourg
Jim & Pam & Family- Our sincerest condolences to all the family. Hugs & prayers.
From: Gwen & Joey MacLean
Kay & family so sorry to here of Johns passing, he was a fine &gentle man. He will be missed RIP John. I got Covid-19 so I can’t attend, will talk to you at a later date.
From: Elton Martin
Kay our prayer are with you and your family at this difficult time
john was a great friend I will miss him GOD BLESS
From: Albert & Elizabeth Murphy
Dear Cathy and family, we are sorry to hear of our Dads passing, you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
From: Vanessa Pettipas
To Kay and the whole Violande family, I am so sorry to hear the sad news about John. He will be greatly missed by everyone. Always kind and gentle, John and Domenic had great talks about memories from the old days whenever they got together. My sincere condolences to you all for this big loss to your family. God Bless and may John rest in peace!
From: Joan Camilli
Very sorry to hear of the passing of John Violande. May the memories created be present forever. Thinking of you all.
From: Scott MacKenzie and family.
Kay, my deepest condolences, Johnny will surely be missed. God bless you and your family.
From: Joseph Mombourquette (Joey)
I had the great pleasure of meeting you years ago and knew right then that you were a great and caring man…RIP Johnny…
From: David Nemis
To Kay and family our sincerest condolences on John’s passing. He was a very sweet, kind, and gentle man and he will be missed. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad and difficult time. Linda and Myrna Ross.
From: Linda Ross
Kay & family, I am so sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was such a great neighbor and father figure when we were growing up on Lingan Rd. As we got older he always welcomed us into your home. He was always so friendly and I loved hearing the hunting stories about my father. My condolences to you all. May he rest in peace.
From: Janet Ross
Prayers go out to the Johns family for the loss of John.
May he rest in piece.
From: Michael Muise
My deepest condolences to Kay, John Jr., Rose, Debra, Kathy, James and Robert. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
“Che dio la protegga Giovanni”….
From: Anthony Magliaro
My Heart goes out to You Kaye, & Family! My Sincere Condolences & Thoughts & Prayers are with You ALL at this sad time. Glad to know John & liked to hear His stories about hunting & fishing trips. His soft voice told it all about Him. Rest in Peace Dear John!
From: Marie MacDonald
Dear Kay and family,
So very sorry to hear about John’s passing. Such a lovely man. His obituary does reflect a life well loved and well lived! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
God Bless, Allan and Julia Townsend
From: Julia Townsend
I am so sorry to hear of John’s passing. My condolences to the family.
My name is Mickey Stephenson. I lived up the street from John, across from Harold and Gerald Legge, and have many great memories of John.
One comes immediately to mind. As 13-year-old kids we used to collect scrap iron every summer – me, Silvie Magliaro and Jimmy Bacich. Jimmy started the chip wagon in Sydney and later turned it over to his brother Donnie who we all called Fuzzy, and it became Fuzzy’s Chips.
John, who was always called Johnny back then in our terrific close-knit neighbourhood, was 4 years older (I’m 81). And more important, Johnny had a driver’s license and a truck!
Every time our pile of scrap got big enough we loaded up Johnny’s truck and he drove us over to the scales at Hashem’s scrap yard, where we cashed in. He only ever charged one dollar each time, and every one of us always came away happy. Just one sweet memory of John and our wonderful Pier neighbourhood.
From: Michael “Mickey” Stephenson
Kay and Family:
Sorry to hear of Johns passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. I considered your place my second home growing up, John will be missed. ❤️
Bobby&Rose Scott
We are So very sorry to hear of John’s passing. Our Heartfelt condolences to all the Family and his Friends. God Bless.
My deepest condolences to the family
Sincere condolences to the Family from Tom and Trida Murphy
Debra & Family
We are so sorry to hear of your loss . Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Take Care ,
Darlene & Bill
My deepest condolences to Kay and the Violande Family. My heart breaks for you all, Johnny was such an amazing man. Loved hearing stories about my Dad when he’d tell them. Uncle Johnny will be missed so much, loved always and forever.
Kay and Family, our deepest condolances. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless.
I am truly sorry for your loss of such a wonderful man! Johnny was such a big part of my life growing up the best neighbour to have. A true gentleman who was kind, soft spoken, loving and gentle. Our condolences to Kay and all of his family! RIP Johnny
Kim and Dave Linden
Joan King
Kay and family our sincere condolences on John’s passing ,he was a great guy we played shuffle board with him ,you will be missed John ,rest in peace
Kay and family
My deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. John will be missed by all who was fortunate enough to know him. RIP John……
Our Condolences to Kay and Family.
Condolences to Kay and family. John was a true gentleman and will be missed by all who knew him. Rest In Peace John.
Mike and Debbie Snow
Rose
We were sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Deepest sympathies to you and your family.
My heart and prayers are with you all in this truly sad moment.
Mrs Violande,
John& Trilby, Rose, and the Violande family,
Sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of your husband and father. Although I didn’t know him , he raised a beautiful family.
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Valerie & Rick Carrigan.
Kay my deepest condolences to you and your family. I was so saddened to hear of Johnnys passing. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Our deepest sympathy to Kay and all of the Violande family. John was a very special person who was loved and appreciated by so many. May His spirit live on in each of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
D A and Theresa
Our prayers and most sincere condolences to Kay and family at this most difficult time.John was a wonderful man.God bless you all.
Thinking of you Aunt Kay. I always loved seeing you and Uncle Johnny. Such a special man. My heart is with you❤️
My heart goes out to the Violande Family, John Sr. , was a terrific and wonderful person and always welcomed you with open arms. He will be missed by his family any many friends ❤❤🙏🏼🙏🏼
Our heartfelt condolences to Kay, Rob, Michelle and families. Thoughts and prayers are with you all 🙏
Kay and Family
So sorry to hear of Johns passing.
Thinking of you and sending love and prayers during this difficult time. I spent many years of my childhood at your place, John will be missed❤️ May your many memories help you to heal from your loss. God Bless
Bobby and Rose Scott
I am truly sorry to hear of John’s passing.I remember Him and Kay from the casino.REST IN PEACE,JOHNNY.
So very sorry to hear of John’s passing. His obituary is a beautiful testament of the wonderful man he was. May our Good Lord give you the much needed strength to continue life’s journey without his physical presence. HUGS
Kay and family
My deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. John will be missed by all who was fortunate enough to know him. RIP John……
So sorry for your loss ….will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers .
Brent and Rose MacLeod
Our hearts break for each and every one of you. Papa was a great man, so kind and gentle. Always made you feel like you were part of their family. He will live on through each and every one of you and never be forgotten. Rest in peace papa❤️
My condoléances to all the family, a great loss, hugs John and Tril
John, condolence to you and your family, so sorry for your loss.
My condolences to all the family with the loss of a good man. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless 🙏🙏
Kay and family. I am so sorry to hear of John passing. My deepest sympathy on your loss. He was a lovely man.
Kay and Family, so very sorry to hear of the passing of John. My Deepest Condolences are with You All, John will be truly missed. May You find strength in God and Support from All You Family and Friends. May John RIP
Dear Kay and family,
We are so sorry to hear about John’s passing. He was a fine man and will be greatly missed.
Sincerely,
Frank and Sandra
I am so sorry to hear about Johns passing. He was always great to me
and had our backs when we got in trouble (Robbie). He was special
person. Hugs to you all
David Kennedy
Thoughts and Prayers to Aunt Kay and The Violande Family,,On The Passing Of Uncle Johnny,,He Will Always Be Loved And Missed Dearly,,I Remember When I Was Smaller I Use To Call Him Uncle Johnny Bananas,,R.I.P. UNCLE JOHNNY
To the Violande family
We are sorry for your loss. I hope you will be able to find peace and comfort in all the wonderful memories you have of such a devoted and caring man. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Dear Kay and family sorry to hear of John’s passing. My condolences to everyone ❤️❤️
Dear Aunt Kay and Family
So sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle John. He had such a sweet heart and I will never forget how he and you were there for us. Love you.
We are truly sorry for your loss. Although we never had the pleasure of meeting John, knowing how great his daughter Rose turned out, and surely all his children, we know he had to be a fine man. His loss will certainly be felt. May God bless you all!
My thoughts and most sincere sympathies are extended to all family members and friends.
Kay and Family: So sorry for your loss. May he Rest In Peace. Sincerely, Thelma (MacPherson) MacKillop (former neighbour of the Conohan family on Welton Street). Lots of nice memories there. God Bless you and all the family.
My Deepest Condolences to Kay,Cathy and Family.My Thoughts and Prayers are with you all,Rest in Peace John❤️🙏🙏🙏
Kay and Family we are so sorry to hear about Johnnys passing, Johnny was a wonderful man and will be missed by all,sending our condolences, hugs and prayers to you all at this difficult time… RIP Buddy🙏💕
Kay and family, My family and I are so truly sorry for your loss. John was a great person to all of us growing up on Lingan road. Our condolences to you all.
Deepest Sympathy to all John’s family. I met John during my years working with Violande Brothers Electrical back in the 1980’s. May your special memories with him over the years bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Tracy MacDonald
Albert Bridge
Awe Rose and Family so Very Sorry for your loss 💔Hugs and Prayers sent your way ❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏💔
Kay and Family. Our sincere condolences on John’s passing. He was always a lovely person and so friendly. Our thoughts are with you and your family as you deal with your loss. God Bless. Roddie and Judy
Sending sincere condolences to Kay and all her family…I will be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers!!! God Bless you all!!!!! ❤💙❤💙❤💙
To Kay & Family;
So sorry to hear of John,s passing. He was very nice to us kids growing up. RIP John
Kay and familyPlease accept our sincere condolences to the whole family .He will be greatly missed in your lives and in the community ! Mike & Delores Henick
Condolences to all the family prayers being sent
To Kay & Family;
So sorry to hear of John,s passing. He was very nice to us kids growing up. RIP John
Dear Kay and family so sorry to hear about John’s passing. Our deepest condolences to the family. He was a gentle and kind man. May he rest in eternal peace.
Sincere condolences to John’s family and friends. May he Rest In Peace!!!!
Kay our deepest condolences to you and your families on hearing of John’s passing
He was a great one of the best bosses I had whenI was hired on the City
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you,I will be down to see you
God Bless
Mike and Wendy
Kay my deepest condolences to you and your family. I was so saddened to hear of Johnnys passing. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Condolence to the entire family,
My deepest sympathy to Kay and family ,John was a life long brother and friend to me , he will be greatly missed,, Rudy
Kay and family my sincerest condolences to you and your family. Always the constant gentleman. He will be greatly missed.
My dear Kay and family,i am heart sick about my buddies passing.he was one of the best❤️My heart aches for you all.I worked for Kay and Johnny when they had their family restaurant from the start I felt like i was part of that family and have very good memories,I often wished we could get together and chat about the past but we all get wrapped up in life and before we realize it is too late 🤦♀️The violande family played an important part in my life and I will always treasure the laughter and the memories.God bless you all❤️Love and prayers 😭fly high my friend.
Debra, Rose and family, So very sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. May you take comfort and strength from your many happy memories. Thinking of you with deepest sympathy ❤️🩹 Donna & Nick Rutherford ❤️
Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. RIP John
Dear Mrs. Violande and Family, my sincere condolences to all of the Violande family. It was a pleasure growing up with such a beautiful and welcoming family who treated all of us kids with love as if we were one of your own. Mr. Violande will be surely missed.
Sending our deepest sympathies ,and condolences ,love, thoughts and prayers ,to Aunt Kay and to the Violande family. Uncle Johnny was deeply loved and will be sadly missed by all who knew him. May he rest in peace. And may you all find peace at your time in need
Our deepest condolences to Kay and the family. Life can be so hard at times but, hopefully, you are all comforted by the warm thoughts and prayers from everyone who knew and loved John. He will be missed.
Condolences my heart aches for you. So sorry for your loss.
Dear Kay and family, Mom and I are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincere condolences to Kay and the family and friends of John..May he rest in perpetual peace.
SO SORRY KAY ON JOHNS PASSING HE WILL BE MISSED VERY NICE PERSON TAKE CARE
Condolences Aunt Kay and family, Uncle John was a wonderful person and will be missed by many. sending prayers and hugs for all of you
So Sorry for Your Loss.
Kay and Family…So sorry for your loss,He was a perfect Gentleman.
So sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences going to the Violande Family at this time🙏
Dear Kay and Family, We are so sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was such a gentleman. Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.
John & Marilyn Young,
Dartmouth
Kay and Family, Our sincere condolences on John’s passing,he was such a wonderful man who will be dearly missed by the entire Whitney pier community…gone from our presence forever in our hearts ❤️🙏❤️
God Bless
The Penney Family
sorry for your loss john,and family. remember crashing at little joe”s place many years ago during a big storm one hunting season .
Dear Kay and Family so sorry to hear of John’s passing.Thoughts and prayers are sent RIP John
Debra and family, thinking of you at this difficult time. Cherish the memories of a life well lived. He will be missed.
So sorry for your loss..Our prayers are with the family
Kay, Cathy and family. Our deepest sympathies to you and your families. Out thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Kay and Family
I am sending you my deepest condolences. John was a great man. May he Rest In Peace and light perpetual shine on him.
Rose, so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing my condolences to your family may he rest in peace.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Sending our deepest condolences to the family. He was a truly wonderful man.
My condolences Aunt Kay and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Kay and family,so sorry to hear of John’s passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Kay and Family:
Our sincere sympathy at this difficult time. John was a great guy. Many
fond memories of John as a co-worker and boss . will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers to the family.
Dave and Mary French
One of the finest men I have ever known. A mans man and true gentleman…. may he rest in peace his labor`s over. Simply a great man, dad and friend. Condolences to his family
Rose and the entire Violande family: Sincere condolences on the loss of John. His character and values shine through you, his family. May memories bring you great comfort at this difficult time. We are praying for you all.
Dear Kay (Gram) & Family:
We were deeply saddened to hear of John’s (Papa’s) passing; we remember him (and you) fondly from the Washer Toss Tournaments that you both attended in Bayfield. Our sincerest condolences to you and the entire family; sending our thoughts and prayers and wishing you all peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Never has there been a man so humble and kind than my Uncle Johnnie , everyone his Buddie regardless of who you were . So much integrity in one soul , always a hug , pat on the shoulder he treated all the same with encouragement and a smile . My sincere condolences to my Aunt Kay and all the family at this extremely heartfelt time of loss . xoxo I love you all and wish I could be there xoxo
My deepest condolences to Kay and the Violande Family. Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear. Please know that I’m thinking of you all and praying for peace and comfort during this difficult time.
My sincere condolences to the family
So sorry for your loss.. Prayers are with the family.
Kay and family,Simon and I were very sorry to hear of John’s passing. We enjoyed both of you at the hockey games.
The good memories you have will help you get through this sad time.RIP John.
Kay and Family, our deepest condolences on the passing of John.
He was a true gentleman. May he rest in peace. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary Ann & Family
To Kay, Junior, Jim, Robbie,Rose, Debra, and Cathy. Also to the Conohan and Degiobbi families. Sincere condolences on John’s passing. John was a true gentleman and wonderful neighbour. As a youth I delivered the newspaper to the Violande family. They were always gracious and kind. John and Kay raised a beautiful family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. RIP John. Joe and Sandra Petitpas.
Kay and family. So sorry to read of John’s passing. John was an absolute gentleman. He will surely be missed
For more than 20 years, my father (Simon) and I sat near John & Kay at Screaming Eagles games at Centre 200. As a result, a great friendship developed.
To be sure, a more down-to-earth individual than John will be hard to find. My deep condolences are extended to Kay and family.
Kay & family: So sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was a fine gentleman.
Sorry to hear of a well liked community man such as John passing…Condolences sent to John Jr and Kay and all of the family..God bless…
Sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was such a special man and made a lasting impression of those he met. I was privileged to know him through my dad, Phonse Jessome. On behalf of my self and my mom Lena Jessome we extend our sincere condolences to the family
So sorry to hear .God Bless you all .
Rose I am so very sorry to hear of your wonderful Dad’s passing. May I offer you my most sincere condolence to you and your family. Love Reva Sweeney
I am very sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was such a wonderful man. My sincerest condolences to all of his loving family… I have fond memories of John always happy and smiling. I knew him best as Bernie and Karen’s Grandfather, and Debbie’s Father, but learned through the years that John was so much more than that… I got to know the whole family. His fabulous and loving wife, Kay, all his amazing children and grandchildren. Cherish your special memories with John, he will be sadly missed but live on through you all forever. Big hugs to you all…
So sorry to hear of John‘s passing. My condolences to Kay and his whole family. He was a great neighbor, beautiful person and an amazing man. I’m so bless that I had the privilege of knowing him. May he RIP 🙏🏾
So sorry to hear of John’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with John at the Sydney Parks and Rec department where I had a summer job when home from university in the 70’s. John was the Foreman there for a time and was well respected by all. He was always upbeat and kind and treated everyone with respect. I don’t think I ever heard anyone say an unkind word about John. What a nice man he was.
Our thoughts and prayers for John’s Family, I will miss our talks and stories that he would share. Such a kind man , who raised a very loving Family. Our condolences ,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Our very deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.