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John C. Ferreira, 49

September 27, 2015

John C. Ferreira, 49, of Reinholds, PA, passed away peacefully at his residence on September 27, 2015 after a courageous battle with ALS for eight years.
Born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, he was the husband of Deborah A. Crawford Ferreira and they celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary on October 15th. He was the son of the late Antonio and Maria Carreiro Ferreira.
John worked as a Banker for many years at Royal Bank of Canada and retired to be a stay at home Dad for their daughter, Julia.
He enjoyed many things including cooking, fishing, golfing, woodworking, boating on the Susquehanna, music of all types, traveling, and with his artistic and creative spirit, he will be remembered for spending time with his family and friends, but most of all he was a loving husband and father and treasured the time teaching things to his daughter.
He was a member of the Church of St. Benedict, Mohnton, PA.
In addition to his wife and daughter, he is survived by his brother, Louis Ferreira and his sister, Maria DaSilva, both of Toronto, Canada, numerous nephews, great nephews, nieces, and great nieces. He was preceded in death by his brother, Antonio Ferreira.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial from the Church of St. Benedict, 2020 Chestnut Hill Road, Mohnton, PA 19540 on Thursday, October 1, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. with Bishop Jean-Louis Plouffe and Fr. Phil F. Rodgers Celebrants. The family will receive friends from the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543 on Wednesday, September 30, 2015 from 2:00 – 4:00 P.M. and from 7:00 – 9:00 P.M. The family will also receive friends at the Church from 10:00 A.M. until time of Mass. Private interment will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to The ALS Association, attn: John’s Crew of Hope, the ALS walk in Hershey, PA, 321 Norristown Road, Suite 260, Ambler, PA 19002.

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December 29, 2016

I just received notice of this. He was my big brother.  Debbie, I’m sorry I wasn’t there, I didn’t know.  Tommy

October 01, 2015

Deb and Julia,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss.  The fight your family has undergone during the time I have known of it have encouraged and inspired me as to what can be accomplished through the love and support of family, and strong people with good purpose.  Deb, you have always been a great example of grace under pressure, and I know that will see you through. The closeness I have seen between you and Julia will be a strong support for both of you as deal with this loss, I’m sure.  I’ll pray for you both to have peace with this horrific loss.
My very deepest sympathies,
Amy Sorflaten

October 01, 2015

Dear Debbie and Julia,
There are many Morganshire neighbors that have prayed for your family over the past years, and now we pray for strength for you to carry on.
Your neighbor,
Barbara Mizdail

October 01, 2015

Dear Deb and Julia,
We were so lucky and blessed when we first moved to Lancaster, to discover what wonderful neighbors we had across the street. You were our very first friends when we moved to Landisville. John came over with a huge cooler full of drinks and snacks on our moving day to welcome us to the neighborhood. That was the most heart warming welcome we have ever had!
I also remember when we first discovered John’s culinary talents. He was an amazing cook especially any of his Portuguese dishes with his special hot red sauce!
I also remember very clearly when I first saw an ipod. John showed us this new gadget that would hold thousands of songs. He always kept up the latest technology.
Most of all, John’s passion and love was the strongest for his family!
May his memory be eternal!
With love and sympathy, Keith, Elena and Lukas Bartlett

September 30, 2015

Dear Louis, Beverly and the Ferreira Family,
As neighbours and friends of Bev and Loius, we are saddened to hear of John’s passing. We hope the comfort of family and friends help you through this difficult time. Louis and Bev would always share stories with us about John and his family after returning from a visit.
Our deepest sympathy, Liz and Bruce arkwright

September 30, 2015

Dear Deb and Julia
I am so sorry and saddened to hear of John’s passing. I’m not sure I ever bonded as quickly or shared as many laughs as I did with John.   Great times on fishing and golf trips and of course our mutual love of food! I thought of him so often and he will be so missed.  My thoughts are with you both and your extended family during this difficult time.  
Love  Dave, Kristen, Sarah and Madeline Unsworth

September 30, 2015

My deepest and most sincere condolences.
Ashok Mishra

September 29, 2015

Dear Ferreira Family,
May you feel the love, comfort and support from family and friends.
Jesus himself said “… I am the resurrection and the life,,,” (John 11:25,26) These words give us hope for the future, knowing that through Jesus Christ we can have the sure hope of seeing our loved ones again – happy and healthy. May this promise give you added strength to get through this extremely difficult time. 
Again, I offer my deepest sympathies,
Lona C. 

September 29, 2015

Deepest condolences!
Dobrila Radulovic

September 29, 2015

 
My heart goes out to you and Julia always but even more so during this time.  I consider myself fortunate to have a person of John’s caliber cross my path and I will cherish the fond memories of him, for example only John could…..
 
1. make an expensive caviar pizza 
2. speed down the back roads of Lancaster in the Viper
3. make everyone laugh with his infectious humor
 
He was a wonderful man, husband, father and will be missed by many.
 
XOXO, Celeste

September 29, 2015

Dear Deborah, family and friends,
We were saddened to learn of John’s passing. For many years, since John’s illness was made known to us by Paul Crawford, he has been on our daily prayer list in our office.
Updates on John made it clear that he was courageous in his battle and caused us to pray harder for his relief.
Know of our prayers for your family and loved ones. We will have a Mass celebrated in Toronto for John.
May his soul rest in peace.
Regards,
Jim Hughes and staff
 
Campaign Life Coalition Toronto 

September 29, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We have such fond memories of John . . . him cooking us dinner at your place in Richmond Hill and the four of us trying as many different restaurants in Toronto as we could. John will be always remembered.
Our deepest condolences,Tracey and Paul Stoll

September 29, 2015

Debbie & Julia,
Deepest condolences on the passing of your dear husband & father. 
Marilyn Moore

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Wednesday, September 30, 2015
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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