Fredrick John Lakin
October 30, 1957 to March 4, 2021
Obituary
Passed peacefully away at his home in St. John’s, after a short battle with cancer at the age of 63 years. Predeceased by his father Fred Lakin. Leaving to mourn his mother Dora; brother Greg (Brenda), nephew David, his loving daughter Laura Taylor (Kevin); grandchildren: Anny, Malcolm, Ruby, Arthena, and Ivy and his furry companion Tigger. Also a large circle of family and friends.
Cremation has taken place. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
Donations in his memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of one’s choice. To send a message of condolence, please visit www.carnells.com.
John was the first Newfoundlander that I ever met. Good buddies 1976 during basic training. Kept in touch and had many good times together. Rest In Peace my friend 😢
I just saw that John died on March 4th, 2021 of cancer. What a loss to us all. John was a good friend for years. I will always remember his great smile and endless stories often over a fire camping and having a cold beer. Both John and Fred will always be with us.
My sincere condolences to Mrs. Lakin, Greg, Heather and David. Rest in peace, John.
My condolences to Mrs. Lakin and family.
Godspeed Johnny.
Mrs. Lakin, Greg and family. We are all saddened to hear of John’s passing. We all have many fond memories of growing up in a wonderful neighbouthood filled with many kids, who all looked out for each other. May your cherished memories bring you comfort. Please accept our condolences.
Dora, Greg and family. I am so sorry to hear of John’s passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Condolences
Mrs. Lakin,Greg and family. I just heard of John’s death..Iam deeeply saddened and shocked.My thoughts and prayers are for you at this sad time.I have known John since Bishop Field days..We playrd hockey together for years.I had many a ride to school after practice in your Land Rover. John was a great friend.Our paths often crossed in later years and It was always a treat to run into him. Again so sorry for your loss John touched the hearts of many .He will be missed by many friends. Dwight Tilley
To John’s family. I was shocked and saddened by John’s passing. John was the toughest guy I knew from our days at Bishop Feild and onward, but he had the greatest heart and a witty sense of humour. I had many adventures with John, from camping in Terra Nova to trying to keep pace with him on our motorcycles. To his family and friends, I offer by condolences.
John Wells
Lakin family
I was saddened to hear about John. We were friends many years ago. He was a wonderful friend.
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR PASSING OLD FRIEND ! YOU ALWAYS HAD A WAY TO MAKE ME LAUGH AND SMILE. CHEERS JOHN AND RIP !
Mrs. Lakin, I just found out about John’s passing. You have my deepest condolences to you and your family. John was a great friend of mine through our days at Feild. I am deeply sorry.
Our condolences , from me and my family. John, was a schoolmate of mine at Bishop Feild Collage, and we played hockey together on the school team. I have fond memories of us playing together. RIP John.
To Mrs. Lakin and Family – Whenever we were in John’s company it was a time., he had stories and lots of laughs. Passing on our deepest sympathies to all of you during this difficult time.
Mrs. Lakin, Greg and family;
John left this world as he did in life, on this own terms. We were long and dear friends. I had lots of interesting and fun adventures travelling all over St. John’s on the back of Johns’ motorcycle, meeting his friends, who in turn, became life long friends of mine. John came out West and treated my boys to their own “John adventures”. Keeping them in line as their pseudo drill sergeant, exploring our rural neighbourhood, teaching them skills from the school of hard knocks in a loving but comical fashion, but in a way only John could. No one else could get away with such foolishness!.
I will miss my dear old friend, but never forget the great times we shared and the fun we had.
I share in your loss and sorrow.
Dora, Greg & Family
Our condolences on the passing of John.
George & Pearl Parsons
Whenever John invited you on an adventure you could count on two things: it was going to be enjoyable, and if things went sideways, he always had your back! I have only good memories and I’m happy to have called him a friend.
Dora & family.
My thoughts are with you during this time of great sorrow. I hope that the wonderful memories of your beloved son will bring you peace, strength, and comfort. May he rest in peace and soar with the angels.
Aunt Dora, Greg, Brenda and David
So sorry to hear of John’s passing.. I have lots of fond memories when we were younger and always looked forward to the hockey hand-me-downs as the seasons came and went. Another vivid memory was one May 24th when he and I went swimming at Welsh’s Field in Cavendish. John, first in, pretended the water was fine. Was I surprised when I went in! He always looked out for me like an older brother.
Sending our love,
Dave and Annette
My heart is broken.
I would periodically answer the phone to hear John’s distinctive voice telling me what was going on with him and who he had recently seen, and what they were up to. I especially loved the time we both brought my infant daughter to the Duke for a drink! Of course he scolded the people who were smoking nearby!
Rest In Peace old friend….
If you knew John you likely have a Tale. He was all in to whatever he chose to do. Lots of laughs and fond memories. RIP John.
So sorry to hear of John’s passing. I have many good memories of times spent with John both in St. John’s and the west coast. His dry sense of humour and his big heart have left a lasting impression with us. Sending our condolences.
Dave and Tina Wight
Very sorry to read this news, we were schoolmates from kindergarten to grade 9 at Bishop Feild. My sincere condolences to the family.
Very saddened to learn of John’s passing; he was a dear friend to my family for many years. He was the life of the party, always smiling and a very kind soul. He will be sadly missed
Condolences to the Lakin family
RIP John
Graham, Maxine and Ryan
Our deepest condolences to the Lakin family. We were sad to hear of John’s passing. We have wonderful memories of John and always loved his surprise visits. RIP our friend.
Please accept my most sincerest condolences to John’s family and friends, I’m very sorry for the lost .
I have fond memories of John going back to Bishop Feild. He was so much fun and always smiling.
Yes Brother Greg And Sweet Mother Dora ;
It’s Always A Pleasure To Visit With Your Wonderful Caring Family ;
Brother John And I Go Back To Our Trades School Days ;
We Worked And Played At Home And On The Road Together !
The Last Job Was Schefferville , Labrador ;
A Great Job ; With Co-Workers Like Brother John ;
Blessings To You And Your Family ;
Peace Be With You ;
Jimmy Squires
I was introduced to John by mutual friends in my university days. He was full of energy and knew how to bring a smile to a face. It was only later in life I realized our dads had also been friends. Thank you for sharing John with us. Condolences to all who loved him and all he loved.
I can’t find the words to Express how sorry I am at John passing. To his family please accept my heart felt Condolences. John was the greatest of friends.
I am saddened to hear of John’s passing. He was enthusiastic and fun soul. Condolences to your family. Rest In Peace ☮️ John
Very sorry to hear of John’s passing. A good guy. I have great memories of him. Rest in peace. Condolences to the Lakin family.
Dave and Marian
Dear Mrs. Lakin and Greg:
We are devastated to learn of John’s death. He was such a good friend to us when my husband/father died. We are thinking about you. Our deepest condolences.
I don’t know the family,but i remember the name.My father Bil McGrath worked with this plumbing firm.Rest in peace Fred and may love keep your family uplifted and help ease your loss.
John was a fine person.
It has been many years since I have had contact with him but he holds a place in my heart.
RIP. ✝️
Dora ,Greg, Brenda and David
Herb and I are thinking of you at this difficult time .
Herb and Sheila Feaver
Miss you John, my kindergarten classmate. You would give the shirt of your back to help any one. So many great and funny memories. So many adventures
Condolences to Mrs. Lakin and to Greg
Dora and Greg, I was shocked and saddened to hear about John’s sudden passing.. Its been many years since I last seen John but I have a lot of fond memories of growing up together in rabbit town.I hope the memories you have of John will help you get through this difficult time.John RIP until we meet again.
Bill Tizzard
Dora, Greg and family. So sorry to hear of John’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Cherish your memories, take care and stay strong. Love to all..
Greg and Brenda and Family So Sorry for your loss my prayers and thoughts are with you at this time .take care and God Bless .he will be missed by all who knew him and loved him .
I am so sad to read this news. I knew John many years ago.I remember a very funny, intelligent and kind guy. .. alway a joy to be around.
My condolences to all of his family. RIP John.
Johnnie. Moose. Tough guy. With a hippie heart. Wherever you are. I bet there’s long hair, dogs, and flowers. Rest in peace.
To the Larkin Family… Our deepest sympathies to you All. Wish we could lessen some of your sorrow with these two so recent passings. I remember John well. A really nice man. Know you have many memories to hang onto.
God bless.
Janet and Gary Butler
Dora, Greg, Brenda and families, our deepest condolences to you at this difficult time.
Selby and Dianne Penney
So sorry to hear of John’s passing. My sincere condolences to the family. Thinking of you all during this difficult time. John was a good friend. May he Rest in Peace.
To Greg and Brenda. So sorry fir your loss. Alex and Roseanne MacDonald Kitchener On
To the Lakin family,I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and Prayers to you all. RIP John
To all the Lakin family, So shocked and saddened to hear of John’s passing. I spoke with you less than a week ago Greg and you told me of John’s illness, I ‘me sorry that he had to leave you so soon after returning to nl. He is with his father now where there is no more pain or suffering. Keeping all of the family in my thoughts at this very difficult time. God Bless Florence
Aunt Dora, Greg, Brenda and David – Our sincere condolences to all of you at this difficult time. Wishing you all strength in the days and weeks ahead.
To John’s Family,
I had not seen John outside of Facebook for years, but have such good memories of him. He was funny and full of enthusiasm for life and one of the kindest people I ever know.
My thoughts are with you as you grieve his loss.
Dora and Greg and all the lLakin family.sorry to hear of the passing of John at such a young age.I havent saw him much since growing up in rabbit town but remember him well. My condolences to the family. May he RIP
Lakin Family,
Sorry to hear of John’s passing. The Lakin family were neighbours of our business on Merrymeeting Road-Chalkers Delicatessen. Mr. Lakin did all of the plumbing at “the shop” he was so very tall, a gentle giant. Later I met John as we were both Feildian boys and he was a good friend of my brother in laws. Rest easy, John.
Aunt Dora, Greg, Brenda and David,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad and difficult time. The times that John and I had together are memories that I will treasure with love and will hold in my heart forever. Even though John moved away, we always kept in contact and if he had to pass through Halifax on his travels, he always let me know so that we could meet up for a quick visit. John has gone before his time and will be missed by many. Sending love and hugs to all XOXO.
Diane
Dora, Greg and family.
So sorry to hear of John’s passing. It has to be hard losing your son/brother so soon after your husband/father’s passing but they are now together again. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Take care of each other. Hugs.
Joan (Holloway) Monk
Dora, Greg and Brenda, David, and Johns family. So sorry to hear of your Son, Brother, Uncle, Dad and Grandfather’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. Carol Parsons
Please accept condolences on behalf of Gary Nicol also.
May you find comfort in knowing others care.
God bless
To the family of the late Fredrick John Lakin I would like to send my deepest and sincere condolences to the Lakin family and friends. RIP my cousin until we meet again. Terry Bennett Tucker
Dora, Greg, Brenda, and David so very sorry to hear of your loss. Especially John’s kids and grandkids. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Bev and Dave Day.