John Dawson

John Elijah Dawson passed away, surrounded by the love of his family, Sunday Night, March 29, 2020 at the Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice in Kanata at the age of 82. Devoted husband of Joan (Foster) of 59 Years. Loving father of Doug (Ingrid Jansen), Bruce (Laura Hursti) and Sue (Paul Leblond). Cherished Grandpa of Janelle and Bryanne Dawson, Rachel and Sydney Dawson, Stephanie, Eric and Sara Leblond. Generous and well-liked by friends, Dad loved to be in the outdoors and especially up at the lake (Big Gull) fishing, visiting long time friends and enjoying the peace and tranquility. Grandpa loved to take the grandkids fishing and playing long exciting games of cribbage. John graduated as a mechanical engineer from Queens University (1961) which led him to methodical thinking and task completion whether at work, home or at the cottage. During Dad's career as an engineer, Dad designed balls to be bounced on the moon, shot projectiles into the upper atmosphere in Barbados, and completed many projects for Computing Devices Canada/General Dynamics. Special thanks to Dr. Katerina Spacek at the Palliative Care, and the amazing staff at the Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice who provided him with the greatest care and comfort. A celebration of life will be held at a later date due to the craziness of the world right now. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice in Kanata would be greatly appreciated. Tributes, condolences and donations may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com