John Breau

With family by his side on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at University Hospital, London, John Breau passed away at the age of 92. Loved husband of Noela for 70 years. Dear father to Paul (Teresa), Anne (John), Donna (Ray), and Denise (Ed). Cherished Pepere to 11 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandson. Brother to Gerald (Helen), Emery (late Marie) of Ontario, Viola Caissie (late Louis), Robert, Dianne Bastarache (late Guy) of New Brunswick, sisters-in-law Aurella of Port Colborne, and Annie of Nova Scotia. Predeceased by parents Amedee and Emerise (née LeBlanc) Breau; grandson Adam; brothers Laurie, Joseph, Ulysse, Leo (Bobbi); sisters Louise (Sam), and Jeanne. John will also be remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends.

It was nothing for John to say “let’s go” when he finally came home from working for weeks out of town. Before we knew it, the car was magically packed up in what seemed to be minutes, and we were off to New Brunswick almost non-stop. Dad was a very proud Acadian who loved visiting with family and friends back home. He enjoyed “real” country music, couldn’t get enough seafood, loved to socialize, and oh boy, he had the gift of gab. John was always ready to tell his jokes; some inappropriate (sorry for that). Heaven forbid if you even thought about changing the channel when wrestling was on; you just may have found yourself in a Figure Four Leglock followed by a Sleeper Hold.

Right from the get-go it was instilled in us kids; from both Dad and Mom to use your manners, be respectful, be compassionate, and help if you can. We hope we did you proud.

To everyone at University Hospital and St. Joseph’s Health Care, we are are grateful for the exceptional attention given. To Dr. F. Muia, a heartfelt thank-you for your continued care throughout the many years; our Dad thought highly of you. The words and support that our family has received has been so overwhelming and sincerely appreciated. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.

Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will take place at a later date.

For those wishing to make a donation in memory of John, please consider the Canadian Lung Association.