Comments for John Dean Park – Stewardship

Comment on REMOVING THE PARK’S IVY by Karen Fediuk

Karen Fediuk — Fri, 30 Jul 2021 19:55:58 +0000

Thank you…

Comment on 25 Years – JARRETT TEAGUE’S TRIBUTE THEME by James Nightingale

James Nightingale — Tue, 15 Jun 2021 15:06:14 +0000

I’ve served in the military with Jarrett and on course with him. Very proud of his accomplishments and look forward to seeing the park one day. It’s incredible, all the work you and others have done. Cheers

Comment on Andrew Mitchell by Grace Atkinson

Grace Atkinson — Sat, 05 Dec 2020 23:42:07 +0000

Hi Jarrett. Great chatting with you today. Thank you for letting us know about Andrew’s passing. Such a tremendous loss! We spoke with Andrew often. Loved his Scottish brogue. Thanks to you, Andrew and all the stewards who keep the park pristine.

Anne and Grace.

Comment on Andrew Mitchell by Andrew's Daughter

Andrew's Daughter — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 23:14:08 +0000

Thank you so much for sharing these memories of Dad building paths in John Dean. This was something he took great joy and pride in doing! We are thankful dad had the help of a true friend when he did this valuable conservation work. I hope you are able to continue maintaining these walkways and protecting this sensitive ecological area from erosion, fire risks, and other considerations.

Thank you,
Heather

Comment on Andrew Mitchell by Andrew's Nephew

Andrew's Nephew — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 22:18:17 +0000

I just read your incredible note about my uncle, and namesake, Amdrew Smith Mitchell.

I live in the US and was unable to cross the border for the service yesterday.

What you wrote meant the world to me. Andrew was an amazing man, father, husband, and in my case, uncle (I am his brother William’s son).

If you are ever in Colorado, please reach out to me, I would love to meet you.

Andrew Mitchell

Comment on Andrew Mitchell by Anni

Anni — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 15:01:21 +0000

Sorry to hear of the loss of such a fine man in our community, and with condolences to his family and yourself.
Wishing you and yours well,
Anni.

Comment on Andrew Mitchell by Joy douglas

Joy douglas — Sun, 15 Nov 2020 19:36:05 +0000

A beautiful tribute to a wonderful man. Close friendships are rare and greatly treasured. Hold close the memories and celebrate you know a great soul.
Joy

Comment on Andrew Mitchell by Jarrett Teague

Jarrett Teague — Sun, 15 Nov 2020 00:47:15 +0000

Jarrett’s Facebook (14 Nov 20):
I just leaned my best friend Andrew Mitchell has passed away, age 73. We spent 18 year together working at John Dean Park, and lastly along the Harrop Trail. Andrew gathered the rocks we used for our recent trail raise (video below), which we installed on 3 Oct 20. I can’t believe he is gone…. Sending my LOVE

Ben Stewart – Sorry to hear his passing. My condolences.
Charleen Renshaw Souliere – Deep condolences
Jeremy Martin – Really sorry to hear that!! my thought are with you and his loved ones!
Jesse Shepherd – Sorry Jarrett
Rene-Mathieu Valliere – Sorry for your loss to you and his family
Echo Pearson Symmons – sorry to hear of your loss, Jarrett.
Samantha Eburne – sorry for your loss Jarett. Thinking of you…
Aaron Popejoy – Sorry for your loss.
Steven Georgieff – My sympathies
Richard Douglas Popejoy – My deep sympathies Jarrett
Kevin Lushaw – Sorry to hear of your loss.

Comment on Andrew Mitchell by David Gill

David Gill — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 18:24:25 +0000

I was so shocked and saddened to hear the news of Andrews passing . He was a man who would always take the time to stop and share his views on the park, forestry practices, and politics, and would alway listen to mine . I would have to say, he was a man who had learned the art of listening and compassion .
His dedication to his daughter Laura seemed super human to me , every day he would be there with her .
I last spoke with Andrew on the day after the storm on Friday, he was unusually later than usual, and didn’t have the same cheerful demeanour, upon asking him if he was feeling ok, he told me he was not feeling well, a testament to his dedication.
I too will not be able to hike those trails again without thoughts of Andrew, of the power of such a humble man.
Andrew, may you forever be walking in the forest in the sky with god.
Greatly missed,
David

Comment on Andrew Mitchell by Pam McCorquodale

Pam McCorquodale — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 00:50:52 +0000

I was deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Andrew. I remember when Andrew, Laura and their little dog would walk up Dunsmuir hill into the park. Andrew was always gracious, kind and so patient and caring towards Laura. The work he has done in the park will be remembered by those of us who know just how much effort and time he spent fixing up the trails. Over the years we had many chats when we met along the trails and I’ll miss seeing and talking with him.

Andrew can only be physically gone but never the life lived and the memories shared.

Pam,