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September 4, 1948 - October 7, 2018
It is with great sadness we announce our beloved father, brother, uncle, friend passed away peacefully at home with family after a brave & courageous battle with cancer. Born Jan Arnolt Mellaart to parents Jans & Marinus in Semarang, Indonesia, raised in Holland, immigrated in 1967. He leaves behind his two children Melanie & Dwayne, grandchildren Tynan (Whitney), Oceana, Dutch, Jazzmyn, Louwina, Meryk & great grandson Drake. He is lovingly remembered by his siblings Cor, Marino, Frieda, Willie, Maria, Connie & their families. An honourable, dedicated family man.

Dank U wel voor alles what U voor ons gedaan heeft.

A professional baker & cook he worked in numerous logging & mining camps making many great lifelong friends. Respected for his endearing qualities; generous, positive outlook, great sportsman, always smiling with a joke on hand. Dad loved his life; family, soccer, photography, the open road with his favourite music & his home.

Let's celebrate Johnny at the Penticton Soccer Clubhouse, Sunday, October 21, 2018 @ 1 - 4 pm Kings Park, 550 Eckhadt Ave W, share your stories & memories.

On behalf of the family we thank BC Cancer Agency, Red Cross, Nurses Carrie, Rhonda & May for all their support.

In lieu of flowers please donate to the Penticton Soccer Club.

Service Details

Celebration of Life
Sunday, October 21, 2018
1:00 PM
Penticton Soccer Clubhouse,Kings Park, 550 Eckhadt Ave W, Penticton.


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