PRIESTLEY, John David
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John David Priestley on April 26, 2024 with his family by his side.
Beloved husband and best friend of Laila Darlene Priestley. Loving father of Sherry, Neil (Carolyn), Glen (Chris Kopel) and Brenda (Shayne) DuVal. Treasured Grandpa and Papa to Amanda (Jeff) Trupp, Leena Priestley (Kyle Lauzon), Cody, Krya and Leland Duval and Alexis Priestley, Great-Grandpa to Kensington Trupp, Kaya Priestley and a baby boy due in August.
He was predeceased by his parents Frank and Hilda Priestley (Yorkshire, England), sister Donelda (Don) and nephew Bruce. Survived by Dale and Robert Stacey.
John was a Heavy Duty Mechanic and Jack of all Trades. He worked for many years at Cunningham’s in Strathroy. He retired from Coca Cola in 1997 after 24 years. His skill in repairing and recreating any kind of projects was awesome.
He remained an active member of the Lions Club for 53 years starting as a charter member in Stoney Point, followed by Windsor Riverside, Harrow then Kingsville. He received many accolades and served in most positions in the club. He assisted with any fund raiser and service position that he could and often ended up in the kitchen flipping pancakes or burgers.
John was an avid boater and purchased his first motorboat at the age of 16. He then had a sailboat for many years then finally a Sea Ray which guided him to get a membership at Cedar Island Yacht Club in 2001.
John and Darlene were passionate about travelling which started on their Honeymoon road trip down Route 66, in 1961. They drove and flew across Canada many times, and visited 47 U.S. states including Hawaii. They flew to all the Caribbean Islands, Mexico, Belize, Aruba, as well as Wales, Scotland and England.
If you so desire, donations to the A1 Eyes Right Foundation in memory of John would be appreciated by the family.
Cremation has taken place.
Family and friends are invited to attend his Celebration of Life which will be held on Saturday May 4, 2024 at Victoria Greenlawn Funeral Home (1525 Highway #3).
Visitation from 11:00am, immediately followed by the funeral service which will include a Lions Club Remembrance Service at 1:15pm.