Dr. John Earl Wynands's obituary , Passed away on November 14, 2025 in Ottawa, Ontario

Dr. John Earl Wynands

December 10, 1929 - November 14, 2025 (95 years old)

Ottawa, Ontario

Dr. John Earl Wynands's obituary , Passed away on November 14, 2025 in Ottawa, Ontario
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Dr. John Earl Wynands

December 10, 1929 - November 14, 2025 (95 years old)

Ottawa, Ontario

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John Earl Wynands Obituary

We are sad to announce that on November 14, 2025 we had to say goodbye to John Earl Wynands (Ottawa, Ontario), born in Montréal, Québec. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As we bid adieu to John Earl's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in his wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration John Earl has bequeathed us. For though he may have departed from our sight, his spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Jack and Mary Jane; and his siblings, Ruth and Ross. He is survived by: his wife Mary Elizabeth Grant. He is also survived by his six children, 13 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 2nd 2025 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & Mc (315 McLeod St, Ottawa, ON K2P1A2). A funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, December 3rd 2025 at 10:00 AM at the St. Joseph's Parish (174 Rue Wilbrod St, Ottawa, ON K1N6N8). A reception will be held on Wednesday, December 3rd 2025 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & Mc (315 McLeod St, Ottawa, ON K2P1A2).

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation - J. Earl Wynands Associate Chair (https://foundation.ottawaheart.ca).



Tue

Dec 02

Visitation

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & Mc
315 McLeod St, Ottawa, ON K2P1A2

Wed

Dec 03

Funeral Mass

10:00 AM

St. Joseph's Parish
174 Rue Wilbrod St, Ottawa, ON K1N6N8

Wed

Dec 03

Reception

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & Mc
315 McLeod St, Ottawa, ON K2P1A2

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November 17, 2025

Norman Courey wrote a sympathy message

“Earl was my teacher and mentor at McGill University, and a great friend for more than 60 years. It was a privilege to have known such a unique. and wonderful man. This is a great loss not only to his family, but to all Canadians. My wife, Susan, and I offer our deepest sympathies. Norman Courey MD (Boston, Mass.)”


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November 15, 2025

Howard Nathan wrote a sympathy message

“Earl was a thoughtful and compassionate mentor for many in the anesthesia community. Great teachers like him are rare. He is missed. Howard Nathan”


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