St. Peter's Anglican Church
240 College St., Cobourg
St. Peter's Anglican Church
240 College St., Cobourg
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It is with profound sadness to share the passing of our beloved Jeffrey Johansson suddenly at home on March 17th in his 64th year. Born in Auckland New Zealand, beloved son of the late Marie Ah Leong and Neil Johansson whom he is now reunited with as well as his adoring mother-in-law Elizabeth Turner.
Words cannot express how much he will be missed by his wife, Marina, and the lights of his life, his daughters Christina (Jack) and Kathleen (Codie), and of course his best friend, Maui. Jeff was so loved and will be missed by his sisters in Australia, Crystal (Eddie, Astrid and Augustine, Jermaine and Serena and Link and Sheena), Jackie (Keith and Sagaia, Sean and Sarah, Ursula, Hudson, Kaleb) and their respective families.
He is survived by his father-in-law David and dear friend Mary Lou. Left to mourn and remember his legacy are his brother-in-law’s Doug (Jake, Marissa and Kaycen and Emily and Angelo) and Mike (Cheryl, Elijah, Josh and Cheyenne), dear friend Michelle Phaneuf, affectionately known as “M”, and favourite sous-chef, Rose Turner. He will also be terribly missed by his large extended family around the world including his paradise island, Samoa.
Jeff graduated McGill University where he met his true love, Marina. They put down their roots in Canada finally settling in Cobourg where they raised their family. He was a dedicated employee of Ontario Power Generation for over 30 years and recently began teaching parttime at Loyalist College with the Radiation Technician program. Referred to as Uncle Jeff by his students, he was excited to share his expertise and experience with the next generation. In his spare time Jeff loved watching sports especially his Montreal Canadiens and Toronto Blue Jays. But nothing made him happier than hooking up
the trailer and heading off to go camping with his family and best friend Maui. Jeff, we hope you are enjoying your coconut rum under a palm tree as you look across the ocean.
Manuia Lou Malaga (Have a beautiful journey to Heaven).
Visitation will be held at St. Peter's Anglican Church, Cobourg on Wednesday April 3rd from 1:00pm - 2:00pm followed by a service at 2:00pm. Everyone is invited to the Great Hall following the service for a reception. In lieu of flowers we ask that you consider a donation to Diabetes Canada or the charity of your choice. Please dress casually for this celebration.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Diabetes Canada
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Diabetes Canada
I am sorry to hear about your passing; you will be missed.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Diabetes Canada
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of Jeff. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
My deepest condolences to all the Johansson family. Jeff was a wonderful man, a joy to be around and always so generous and lovely on the occasions I got to spend with him when he visited Australia. It was evident how much he adored his wife and girls and how much his family loved him right back. Rest in paradise Uncle Jeff ❤️
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Diabetes Canada
Christina, we are very sorry to hear about the passing of your father, our deepest condolences to you, your mother and Kathleen
“Uncle” jeff truly made his students feel like they could accomplish anything. His contagious laughter and smile never failed to brighten the mood, I can’t express how grateful I am to have met Jeff before his passing as he taught me so many things I’ll take with me forever. My condolences to all his loved ones🙏🏽❤️. May he rest in paradise ”🌴🤙🏽”
To Jeff's Family - my sincere condolences on your loss. I had the opportunity to work with Jeff a few years ago at the Darlington station. I loved his consistently positive attitude. He was a mentor and friend to many at work, and he will be missed.
My deepest condolences to you and your family. I worked with for over 25yrs on various projects. His positivity and enthusiasm were infectious.
Dearest Marina, my heart is saddened upon hearing the news of Jeff’s passing, a loving husband and father. My deepest condolences to you and the girls. I am thinking of you and sending hugs and support. ❤️
Marina, my deepest condolences to you and your girls - and to Maui. I'm so sorry to hear the news of this profound loss.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Diabetes Canada
Marina, Tina and Kathleen, We are so very sorry for your incredible loss. Please know we are thinking of you during this tough time.
I am so sorry for your loss, Kathleen, Marina, and Christina. Sending so much love your way. I remember his delicious breakfasts after sleepovers with the girls, him picking us up after field parties, and so many more good times. He was a good man. My thoughts are with you all in this time.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Diabetes Canada
Marina, I am so very sorry to hear about Jeff’s passing. Thinking of you and your girls and this sad time.
Jeff was a pleasure to work with and a great addition to Baltimore. Warm Regards Rob Bechamp
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Jeff. I had the pleasure of working under Jeff's direction on the Port Hope Project. He was a wonderfully caring mentor and guide, and his warmth and sincerity were felt by all who worked with him. Please know my thoughts are with you and your family, and may memories of Jeff continue to be a blessing.
Marina, I am so sorry to learn of Jeff’s passing, my thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Marina, Kathleen & Christina. We extend our deepest condolences. So sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marina, Christina, and Kathleen, We were saddened to hear about Jeff's passing. It's obvious he was well loved by his family and highly respected by his radiation technician students! He made a positive impact during his lifetime. Keep the memories of Jeff close to your hearts. Jeffrey Keith Johansson May 29, 1959 - March 17, 2024 - REST IN PEACE -
Marina, I was saddened to hear about the passing of your husband. I am sending my deepest sympathies and thoughts to you and your family during this difficult time.
Marina I am greatly saddened to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you all.
Very sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. I first met your family when I taught Kathleen. However I got to know Jeff better when he was on the Baltimore School parent council where he was always friendly and hard working. He was a caring and involved Dad. My sincere condolences.
Marina, Christina, Kathleen & Family. My Deepest Condolences to you all. XO
We are truly saddened by his passing and our hearts go out to you. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. I've known and worked with Jeff for many years in Darlington RP and again in the Refurb project - I always found him to be thoughtful, compassionate, funny and great to work with. He will be missed!
My heart goes out to Jeff's family and friends. Jeff was a kind person and a terrific Supervisor at OPG. It was a pleasure to have known Jeff and to have worked with him in Refurb RP.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Diabetes Canada
Marina, Christina and Kathleen, My family and I send you our deepest sympathies at this very difficult time. Your thoughts and prayers are with you all. Karen Wood
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Diabetes Canada
We are so saddened to hear of Jeff’s passing. Our heartfelt sympathy to you all. I worked with Jeff for over 25 years always admiring his passion & enthusiasm in all he did, but also his sincere encouragement to others to bring out the best in themselves. It was a true pleasure to work with & know Jeff.
I had the wonderful opportunity to be his student this past summer. He was one of my favorite teachers with his amazing personality and wonderful stories. I was very privileged to have been able to work along side him. He will be greatly missed. My sincerest condolences to the family.
I had the opportunity to work with Jeff in Port Hope and for a short time at Chalk River. He was an amazing person, easy to speak to, very knowledgable and always positive. My condolences to the family.
Wherever Jeff went, good times and laughter followed. He was such a beautiful, warm, welcoming person and a shining light in this universe. Marina, Christina, Kathleen, and Maui, I'm so terribly sorry for your loss. You are surrounded by love, in part because of Jeff's immense gravity.
Marina, Christina and Kathleen, I am sending my deepest condolences. Sending my love, prayers and hoping you feel everyone's love for you all.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Diabetes Canada
Jeff was my boss for a relatively brief time at OPG, but as you know he was a man who made an impression. I'll remember him as a man who radiated kindness, energy, and good vibes! My condolences to all his loved ones.
My condolences to Jeff's family. I had the honor and pleasure of working with Jeff at the beginning of my career at OPG and, after many years now I still remember his lovely smile and sense of humor while he sincerely supports everyone who needed his experience and wisdom.
Dear Marina, Christina, Kathleen and family, It is with my sincere condolences that I write this note of Jeff leaving this part of his life. His kindness, love and strength will be present in your lives forever.. He truly was one of a kind. Xo Love you all, and Go Habs Go
My deep condolence to Jeff's family. May you be consolated with the spirit of God in this hard time. May God be with you and bring peace.
Katheen and family, there are no words. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Your home was always open and so welcoming for the girls, with breakfast always hot and ready in the mornings thanks to your parents. Thinking of you and sending lots of love.
I was lucky enough to have Jeff as my mentor and friend for 3 years here at OPG (Aecon) in the Radiation Protection department, and was deeply saddened by his sudden passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time, the world has truly lost a great man. Rest in Peace my friend..
Dear Marina and family, We’re saddened to learn of dear Jeff’s sudden passing. Sending you all virtual hugs and our prayers during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you. May God be with you and comfort you all. May he Rests in Peace and Rise in Glory🙏💜❤️💖Alofa tele atu - Queenie from our Samoan Association in Toronto.
My deepest condolences to you Marina, Christina and Kathleen. It was terribly sad to hear that Jeffrey had passed away. My memories of Jeffrey was we as children in Leauva'a running around playing, eating and sleeping and having joyous fun. Alu ma le Atua Jeffrey. Alofa ia te oe.
Condolences to Marina, Christina and Kathleen for the sad loss of their beloved Jeffrey. RIP Jeffrey until we meet again.
Thinking of you at this time.prayers and hugs. colleen and murray simon
Marina, Christina and Kathleen, I speak for everyone in our family, and we are all so heartbroken for you. Please know we have you in our thoughts. Sending love and hugs 🤎
Marina, Christina, and Kathleen, you are forever in our hearts. As you know Jeff was a great teacher. He taught me many things. Mostly concerning yard work and general house maintenance. Like if the lawnmower wasn't working or moving around heavy things for my mother. He didn't have to do those things but he did them all the same. I enjoyed his presence whether it was warm and jovial or slightly quiet with a get the job done attitude. No matter the mood, it was a pleasure to be around Jeff. He was a very generous man. He was generous with his lively and charismatic spirit. The room changed when Jeff was around. He could make you feel secure even if the entire world was trembling. Most of all, Jeff taught me warmth and sincerity. As you know, Jeff was a great teacher. I am thankful to have lived in a world where our lives overlapped. I know he will continue giving to this world through yourselves and those you continue to teach. The Weaver-Phaneuf family
So saddened to hear of Jeff's passing. Many memories of enjoyable times from the time we met at McMaster and through all the years working as Health Physics colleges at OPG. Our condolences to Jeff's and Marina's families.
Marina, Christina & Kathleen, I was shocked and saddened by the news that Jeff passed away. He was such an enthusiastic and passionate co-worker. We enjoyed his company at our monthly breakfasts at Rhinos. Definitely gone too soon. I wish you peace and strength as you deal with his loss. Ernie Koehl
Jeffrey was a low-key person and never brag about his accomplishments. I'm going to miss your beautiful smiling face and soft-spoken voice. RIP Jeffrey until we meet again.
Marina, I was SO shocked to hear this devastating news. I am so, so sorry for you and the girls. Please know that you are in my thoughts during this tragic time. Best.
Marina, Christina and Kathleen, we are so deeply sorry for your profound loss, we had the pleasure of speaking with him just a short while ago when he dropped in at our house for a minute and caught up with some things in our lives. You’re in our thoughts and prayers, Brenda and Jim
I was fortunate enough to have Jeff as a teacher in the radiation safety program at Loyalist. His passion and love for his profession showed through in how he taught. He genuinely cared about his students success and always made you feel like you were capable of anything. We were so fortunate to get to learn from such a knowledgeable passionate person and he will be sorely missed. My thoughts go out to his family and friends.
As a current student of the radiation safety program who was lucky enough to have been taught by uncle Jeff, I am deeply saddened by this untimely loss and my most sincere condolences go to his beloved family. My thoughts are with you throughout this difficult time.
Dear Marina, Christina and Kathleen, I am so saddened by Jeff's passing. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Our sincere sympathy in the loss of Jeff. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Vosburgh Family
I was so shocked to hear of Jeff's passing. It was only a short time ago I ran in to Jeff at the Baltimore Park walking his beautiful friend. Jeff spoke of his family and how proud he was. He always always had a smile on his face and a warm welcome to everyone he knew. I remember him for years coming through Darlington, always acknowledging and always saying hello. I am so so sorry to all of Jeff's family. Words cannot express. Rest in Peace Jeff
We are so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with him for over 25 years and he was that constant ray of sunshine that makes going to work enjoyable.
I fondly remember Jeff from over the years. I remember a man who loved and cherished his family and was so proud of the young woman his girls became. My heart breaks for your sudden loss. Jeff will be missed and remembered by many
Marina and family, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my thoughts during this difficult time
My sincere condolences for your loss Marina and girls. I remember all of you from many years ago Sunday School at St. Peter’s church. Jeff was a great conversationalist and I enjoyed knowing him.
I am so sorry for your loss Marina, & family