Jack was born in Newfoundland, resided in Toronto and retired in Smiths Falls. Jack was Formerly a Governor General’s Horse Guard. Peacefully with his family by his side at the Smiths Falls Hospital on Sunday, April 10, 2016 in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Pearl (nee McGee). Loving father of Debra (Robert) and Fred (Barb). Dear grandfather to Brad (Renee) and Bethany (Alex). Dear brother of Clementine (the late Calvin) and Rose (Gary), brother-in-law to Bill Berney. Predeceased by his parents Jacob and Eliza Gill, and by his sisters Frances, Evelyn and Carrie (Ken). Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. As per Jack’s wishes cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or service. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Lung Association. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Lannin Funeral Home, Smiths Falls. Online condolences available at Lannin.ca.