John Van Laken Obituary
John Van Laken (Windsor, Ontario) passed away on July 6, 2026. John Van shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Van Laken to show support.
John Van will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew John Van will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. John Van’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He is survived by: his spouse Gail Laken; his children, Lynn Symons (Roy) and Robert Laken; his grandson Scott Bellofiore; his sister Maria Dorpmans of Dundas; his sister-in-law Joan Laprise of London; his nieces and nephews, Bert Doprmams (Deb) and Shelley Said (John); and his grandchildren, Stephanie, Chris, Lucas, Jackson Prieur, Krystyn and Annabelle Symons.
