Brownridge, John Matthew "Brownie"
October 14, 1952 - October 17, 2023
Peacefully, surrounded by love, John Matthew Brownridge passed from this life on October 17, 2023.
John was born October 14, 1952 in Toronto, the son of Jack and Grace Brownridge.
John is survived by the love of his life, wife and best-friend Debbie (nee Campkin). He is the beloved Dad of Lyndsey (Nick) Froud and Shannon (Brett) Hoben. The proud Grampa of Dean and Cole Froud and his two grand puppies.
John is also survived by his sister Elaine Burns and her husband Bob.
Brother-in-law to Linda Savin (Doug), Bob Campkin (Lynne), and Doug Campkin.
Beloved uncle, cousin and friend. His presence in your life enhanced it.
A Celebration of Life will be held Friday November 10 from 1 until 4 pm in the Gallery of Meaford Hall with tributes beginning at 2 pm.
The family is requesting that remembrances for John be directed to the Meaford Hospital Foundation, and thank the hospital for their thoughtful and gentle care of John at the end of his life.
Donations to the Meaford Hospital Foundation may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., Meaford, ON N4L 1B9 to whom arrangements have been entrusted. www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca
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Thursday, October 19, 2023
I will miss my dear buddy of almost 60 years. A wonderful guy that made my life a happier life for all that time. I will miss the million laughs we had together, our high school days, our roommate times and parties at Western, and all the fun times since. I will miss our long phone chats as well as our spontaneous “Final Jeopardy” calls in the evening.
John, you were a great dad, grandpa, and loving and caring husband.
Every thought of you, every story about you by all who knew you will always bring a smile and lots of laughter.
Rest in peace buddy and thanks for all you did for all of us.
Greg
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Dear Debbie and family
I was so sad to read that John died . Please accept my sincere condolences. I hope that your wonderful memories will give you some comfort during this sad time. It was great sharing laughs with both of you during your visit to the office. Irene
Thursday, October 19, 2023
To Debbie, Lyndsey, Shannon and Elaine
Thinking of all of you at this difficult time.
Thursday, October 19, 2023
John my valued friend and customer second, you were a bundle of spunk joy and laughter you spoke deeply of your family and especially your wife Debbie.. I am saddend to hear of your passing but you are at peace and no longer suffering anymore .. My condolences goes out to your family forever in my memory of favorite poop disturbers I call regulars ..
Love Jennifer aka DOT from your local Independent Grocer Godards .. and all of our staff you engaged with .
❤️
Friday, October 20, 2023
John had a way of making an entrance wherever he went. Whether it was his infamous shorts at the Cousins party or, in my case, his first visit to our house in Mildmay. I was mowing the backyard, not paying much attention, when suddenly I looked up and there was John, lying in front of the mower. I will miss the conversations we had each September
Friday, October 20, 2023
To Debbie and family,
Sending our love and condolences to you all but remembering all the happy times we have spent with John and all of you. The laughter and memories we shared are making us smile even as we know John will be missed and can never be replaced he was one of a kind. He kept in touch with all his friends even though we were far away and kept the circle going. A loss we all feel that will be hard to fill.
Sharon and Angelo Violo
Friday, October 20, 2023
My parents Tom and Nora Ferguson visited johns parents in Quebec, shopped at the garden centre on bay view Avenue and my mom babysat Tracy and robin Shand and spoke often of John and Elaine she also babysat Greg Lipton. I was sorry to hear about John passing.
Friday, October 20, 2023
We were so lucky to be long time neighbors of John and his big sis, Elaine. They were much more like family than neighbors. John was the apple of Aunt Grace and Uncle Jack’s eye. He was always happy, full of fun and super cute. I have fond memories of John at his parents hobby farm in Hemmingford, Quebec and a pony named Chuckles. He was so good to our mom who lived on Caswell for many years and was the only person she would ever consider taking any help from for her beautiful lawn and garden. Our thoughts are with his amazing wife and daughters and his sister Elaine. He made everyones life so much brighter along the way.
Saturday, October 21, 2023
Debbie & family & to my dear friiend Laine
I was so sorry to hear of John’s passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. I have known the Brownridges for many many years, I took Laine to kindergarten, was there when Grace brough John home to Barkley Road. My older sister Penny babysat him. John was a loving husband, father, brother and a lovely person. I was priviledged to know him and will miss him.
Sunday, October 22, 2023
Debbie, I was so sad to read of John’s passing. Sending our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Mike and Sandi Rouse
Sunday, October 22, 2023
I was sad to hear of John’s passing, he brought so much laughter to those who’ve known him. Remember many evenings when I ached from laughing so much when he and Pars would start going. Thinking of you, Deb, and the girls.
Monday, October 23, 2023
My sincere sympathy to you, Debbie, and all your family. Sorry to hear of your loss.
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
John and I were friends/classmates in junior high in the 1960’s. I remember him as being smart, funny and kind. Although it has been over a half-century since I last connected with him, his obituary suggests that he retained those qualities throughout his life and was deservedly well-loved by many.
My condolences to his family and friends.
Thursday, October 26, 2023
It’s taken me a week to muster the courage to put words to paper for my good friend and Brother Brownie. We went to school together 55years ago if you can believe it. From the very first time I met John he had a big smile and an energy that made you want to be his friend. We were roommates and played hockey, cooked dinners and no one on the whole planet made me laugh more than he did. He had an incorruptible soul and he was my Samwise Ganges from the Lord of the Rings. I’ve often thought that people who were so good at Heart would have a problem dealing with the real world and it’s problems. I will miss him every day for the rest of my life as a true friend would. I can’t think of a single person who might have a negative thing to say about him. Save a place by the campfire for me and I will play Lightfoot’s Carefree highway and smile. Till we meet again! Love you Debbie, Lindsay and Shannon.
Thursday, November 9, 2023
I will always feel a void now with the passing of friend John, and although saying that he “is in a better place” sounds a bit trite, it holds a lot of truth for him. Even though I moved away over forty five years ago, we regularly kept in touch with hilarious and irreverent phone calls, and the occasional letter. He had a keen sense of wanting to keep in touch with folks that he went through the early days with, and recounting the adventures and living situations were of great importance to him, again punctuated with laughter and teasing. John has now left us behind, but what he has left us with is the memories of a very unique, and one of a kind person who made a lasting impression on all who came in contact with him. His intelligence, humour, sensitivity and compassion will remain with us always…and John will be included in many conversations for years to come. His legacy is inspiring. Love to Debbie and family during the coming days. Geoff and Mychelle
Friday, November 10, 2023
Debbie Elaine and family
John will be missed by so many. He had such a way of warming your heart and bringing a smile to your face
Our sincere condolences
Jay and Joe Fitzgerald