John Elmer Jessome
elevated i9nWi June 13, 1938 – November 24, 2025
elevated i9nWi It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of John Jessome on November 24, 2025, at the age of 87.
elevated i9nWi John was born and raised in Alder Point, Nova Scotia, a son of the late Charles and Bertha Jessome. In 1956, he made his way to Ontario where he met and married his wife, Eileen “Ruth”. He was a man of many hats. John was a devoted husband, father, papa, great-grandfather, son, brother, godfather, uncle, cousin, and friend.
elevated i9nWi Many came to know him as an avid skier and golfer, a lover of lobster and turkey legs, and a fan of a good ol’ Western film. His favourite way to spend an afternoon was playing cards with the family dog at his side.
elevated i9nWi John deeply missed his beloved wife of 51 years, since her passing.
elevated i9nWi John is survived by a loving daughter Michelle (Harvey), and cherished granddaughters Logan (Shawn) and Nathalie “Joy”. John was proud of his great-grandson, Devyn. He will be dearly missed by his brother Charles (Jenny), and his many nieces and nephews.
elevated i9nWi John was predeceased by his parents; wife; 6 sisters – Marie, Maydell (John), Genevieve (Alex), Louise (Chester), Teresa (John), and Loretta (Ernie); 4 brothers – Andrew (Marg), Harold, Lebaron (Dorothy), and Emmett (Lili).
elevated i9nWi John will be fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him. We will forever treasure his memory and draw inspiration from his strength and kindness.
elevated i9nWi In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in John’s name to the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (https://ssvp.ca/donate/) or your local foodbank.
elevated i9nWi Funeral Service will be held at Assumption Catholic Funeral Home on Saturday December 6, 2025 (details below).
elevated i9nWi A cremation will follow the service. Internment at Assumption Catholic Cemetery will be at a later date.
elevated i9nWi Visitation
Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. –1:00 p.m.
Assumption Catholic Funeral Home Chapel
6933 Tomken Rd, Mississauga, ON L5T 1N4
elevated i9nWi Funeral Service
Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
Assumption Catholic Funeral Home Chapel
6933 Tomken Rd, Mississauga, ON L5T 1N4
Cremation
Assumption Catholic Cemetery
6933 Tomken Rd, Mississauga, ON L5T 1N4
Words cannot express how I truly feel. My heart goes out to the whole family with much love.
Uncle Johnny was one of the nicest people you could have the pleasure to know. Honest and pleasant qualities that are both admirable were part of his being. I will miss him. Sorry for the family’s loss.
My great Uncle John was such a kindred soul. He was immeasurably kind and loving. He was greatly loved and he will be greatly missed by all who have had the pleasure of knowing him. We take solace in knowing he has been reunited with his family in heaven. Uncle John you will be forever loved.
Tremendous loss of a terrific man. Uncle Johnny was a kind, patient and tolerant man with a gentle and reassuring smile. We will miss him terribly and remember him always. Sympathy and condolences to all that suffer this loss.