With heavy hearts we share John Thomas Bryson has passed away peacefully at the age of 75 on October 12, 2024, surrounded by family at Hospice Wellington.
Born May 28, 1949 to Robert Bryson (deceased) and Joan McKillop (deceased). Family came first in his life. He was big brother to Cher, Robert (deceased), Ken, Debbie, Michael, and Mark; treasured brother-in-law, uncle and nephew. John was predeceased by his first wife Judy Bryson (nee Love) in 1991. Lovingly remembered by his wife Donna Bryson (nee Foote). Proud father of Julie McNally (Ryan), Jaclyn Bryson, James Bryson (Jen) and cherished grandfather of Tyson, Evan, Spencer, Hannah, and Norah.
John graduated from the University of Waterloo, Civil Engineering class of ‘76 (in his mind, the only real kind of engineering). He was a proud professional engineer and passionate about his work with various consulting firms and the City of Toronto.
He enjoyed fishing with his children and grandchildren, playing hockey between the pipes, golfing, and touring with the family on road trips around Canada and the U.S. He was a generous, kind, loyal friend and colleague to many at both work and play. From watching bikes for the Tri-club to being at the front of the auditorium for graduations, John was always there for friends and family.
Resting at the Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral Home, Hart Chapel, 1099 Gordon St. Guelph, where the family will receive their friends on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and on Sunday, October 20, 2024 from 11 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. A Celebration of John’s Life will be held in the Chapel on Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 1 p.m. A reception will follow in the Hart Fellowship Lounge. A private family committal service will take place at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Guelph.
In lieu of flowers the family is asking for donations to Hospice Wellington or the Guelph General Hospital Foundation as a thank you for the excellent care provided during John’s many health challenges.