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In Memory of
Rev. John Colchester
Gouws
1935 - 2016
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Glenny Southby (nee Robertson)
"You taught me that God's house is everywhere...this will always live in my heart"
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Cheryl-Ann Henning & Ben Johansen
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Mike, Leesyl, Caleb and Ethan Gibson
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Jennifer May Rochford
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Marjorie and Albert Armstrong
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MARILYN & DAVID GOURLEY
"Our love and deepest sympathy to Joan and Mark and all family and friends. John "
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Tanya
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Wayne, Amanda, Oscar and Fiona
"Dearest Uncle John, we miss you so much. We are so grateful for all the good ti"
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John and Wendy Hobson
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Obituary for Rev. John Colchester Gouws

Rev. John Colchester  Gouws
Rev. John Colchester Gouws
July 19th, 1935 - May 7th, 2016


Our beloved John passed peacefully with his wife Joan and son Mark by his side at the Victoria General Hospital on May 7th, 2016 after a long and brave struggle fighting the complications caused by a severe spinal cord injury.

John is fondly remembered by his loving Canadian and South African family and many devoted friends. Sadly, John was predeceased by his beloved daughter Bronwen and nephew Greg Hobson.

John gave us his unconditional love and will forever be remembered for his caring nature and captivating smile. He was an adoring husband, father and friend. As a man with a deep and enduring faith, he compassionately served his church and community since he began his ministry in 1965.

John was born in Bloemfontein, South Africa in 1935 and immigrated to West Vancouver in 1979. Here, he served first as a minister at St. David's United Church and then West Vancouver United Church. He retired in 2000 as lead minister and continued his service as Minister Emeritus.

A celebration of John's life will be held at the West Vancouver United Church on May 28th, 2016 at 2:00pm, 2062 Esquimalt Avenue, West Vancouver, BC, V7V 1S4.

A reception will be held in the church hall immediately following the service.

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the West Vancouver United Church or a charity of your choosing. To write a condolence to the family please visit mckenziefuneralservices.com.
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