In Celebration of

John (Jack) McConkey

January 18, 1926 - March 2, 2019

Passed away peacefully and unexpectedly on March 2, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Toronto at the age of 93. Beloved husband of Shirley for 57 years. Wonderful father of Laura and Wendy and father-in-law of Gary Fitzgerald. Much loved grandfather of Nolan (Marlyse Bergstra) and Jeremy Fitzgerald. John will be missed by his extended family and many friends.
Born in Priceville Ontario, John trained in the air force as a flight engineer. He worked as a professional engineer for the first 30 years of his career at Canadian General Electric. He spent the next 22 years of his career as a consultant in the automotive industry, reluctantly retiring just before his 80th birthday. John loved working and socializing and often injected humour into his conversations.
Friends and family are invited to call at the Turner & Porter Butler Chapel, 4933 Dundas St. W. for visitation on Tuesday, March 5th from 7 to 9 pm. The service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday, March 6th at 11 am.
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For those who wish, donations to CNIB are gratefully appreciated.

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Pat and Marian Sheridan (Friend)

Entered March 3, 2019 from Ajax

Our sad condolences to the McConkey Fitzgerald Families.

Erin McConkey (Grandneice)

Entered March 4, 2019 from Milton, ON

Uncle Jack was my Grandfathers brother and he as always been a constant in our lives. We always enjoyed his visits and his amazing sense of humor. He will be deeply missed. Our condolences are sent to the whole family.

Pat and Sandra Donovan (Neighbour)

Entered March 4, 2019 from Etobicoke

John, you were a very kind man and we will miss you dearly. It was a pleasure to have you as a neighbor.

God Bless you.

Pat and Sandra

The Donovan Family (Neighbours)

Entered March 4, 2019 from Toronto, Ontario

We couldn't have asked for a kinder, sweeter neighbour then John. Always a joy to be around. We will miss his sweet smile. We were blessed just to have known him.
Our deepest condolences to Shirley and his family.

Michelle Sava (Colleague of Wendy McConkey)

Entered March 5, 2019 from Toronto

Dear Wendy,
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your father. I am thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.

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