Retired driver for Miller Paving MP and drove GQ taxi in Georgina the past three years 'for something to do"! Died peacefully, surround by lots of love from his family on Saturday, October 21st, 2017, at Southlake R.H.C. Newmarket, at the age of 73 years. John, beloved son of Jessie Smith and of the late Gordon Marles. Loving father of Phyllis Marles (Kevin Andrews), Gordie, Patty (Steven Andrews), Derek (Jen) all of Toronto, William John Jr. 'Will' of Barrie, and Holly (Jeff Hawkins) of Ottawa. Cherished 'Grandad' of Kerry, Ryan, Adam, Haley, Dakota, Alex, Talon, Henry, Hannah, and great 'Grandad' of Serena, Clara, Payton, Ryan, Elijah, Christian, Ashton, and Jude. Dear brother of Clifford (Marlene) of Holland Landing, Paul (Joan) of Barrie and Linda (Randy Morrison) of Keswick. He will be greatly missed by many nieces and nephews. Friends will be recieved at the M.W. Becker Funeral Home, 490 The Queensway South, Keswick, Ontario on Thursday, October 26, 2017 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., followed by a Memorial Service in the Chapel at 12:30 p.m. In memory of John, donations to the Salvation Army would be appreciated. Sign an online book of condolences at mwbeckerfuneralhome.com VIEW VIDEO TRIBUTE: https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/R65B53PTGYFNH73T