JOHN MONCRIEFF AMES May 2, 1918 to September 17, 2008 In his 91st year, Jack passed away peacefully at St. Paul's Hospital after a lengthy illness with Parkinsons. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 61 years, June (Williams). He was the beloved father of John (Debra), Becky Citra (Larry) and Janet (John Kearns), devoted grandfather of Mark, Andrew, Brian, Michael and Meghan. Survived by cousin, Helen Ames. Predeceased by his infant son, Christopher and brothers, Arnold and Gordon. Jack was born and spent his early years in North Vancouver. After 5 years with the Canadian Army overseas during World War II he returned and married June and they raised their family in West Vancouver, where he remained a lifetime resident. After the war, Jack succeeded his father, Cyril, in the family ceramic tile business. He was a vigorous leader until his late retirement, always highly regarded by his associates in the industry. Jack was a superb badminton player, avid fisherman and never missed his daily four to five mile walk along the sea wall. One of his favourite pastimes was weekends spent at the family cottage on Pender Island. He enjoyed a long time membership in the Capilano Golf and Country Club and was active in the Vancouver Board of Trade and other volunteer organizations. At all times, however, his greatest pleasure came from the hours spent with family and friends. The family thanks Dr. Gary Jenkins of West Vancouver and the caring nurses and doctors at the palliative care unit at St. Paul's. Our special appreciation to Natasha and Myra for their long loving care of Jack. Funeral Service at St. Stephen's Anglican Church at 885 22nd Avenue, West Vancouver, September 25, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the St. Paul's Hospital Foundation 178 - 1081 Burrard Street, Vancouver, V6Z 1Y6. To sign the book of condolences, please click on squamishfuneralchapel.com