John Zahara Obituary in Grande Prairie at Oliver’s Funeral Home & Crematorium

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John Zahara

January 01, 1935 - January 04, 2024

Obituary For John Zahara

John Zahara, of Culp, AB, passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at the age of 89 years.

John was born January 1, 1935, on the farm in Culp AB, to Sam and Anasia Zahara, and was the second eldest of six children.

John attended school in Culp, and then Girouxville until Grade 9 when his father passed away. He then took over managing the farm, which remained his passion. He and Betty (nee Smith) were married in 1958, and raised their children on the farm.

As a young man, John enjoyed playing ball, attending dances, and socializing. Throughout his life he loved to work with his hands, and filled his spare time building and repairing equipment in his shop. He was an active and respected member of various community organizations in the Smokey River area.

John will be missed by his wife Betty; children: Jason from Bowen Island, Trevor (Euna Kang) from Edmonton/Vernon, and Shannon from Edmonton; grandchildren: Liam Zahara from Vancouver, Kaylah Zahara from Weyburn, SK, and D’Arcy Mulligan from Edmonton; sisters Mary Cook and Anne Radix; and brother Roger Zahara.

John was predeceased by his father Sam (Simion) in 1951; mother Anasia in 2008; brother George William in 2003; sister Lena (Irvin) Kopp in 2007; and granddaughter Risa Mulligan in 2019.

A viewing for family members occurred on Sunday, January 7, 2024, in Grande Prairie, AB, followed by cremation. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 2:00pm at the farm in Culp, AB, where family and friends will be welcome.

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January 12, 2024

Fred and Edith Schmidt

Sending our sincere condolences Betty and Families. May all your good memories sustain and comfort you at this time of loss.
January 12, 2024

Fred and Edith Schmidt

Sending our sincere sympathy to Betty and all the family at this time of loss. Fred and Edith Schmidt
January 11, 2024

L Bussiere

My deepest sympathy to you Betty and your family. May the good memories comfort you in hard times.🙏
January 11, 2024

Gil Aubin

I am saddened to hear of Johns passing. He was a kind hearted soft spoken man. I always enjoyed our discussions when he visited at BMO. Deepest sympathies to Betty and family.
January 11, 2024

Henriette

Dearest Betty, My sincere condolences. I do loved meeting John up town and having a little talk. He was honestly interested and informed himself about my parents, and my family. Condolences to Jason, Trevor, and Shannon. Find peace in your memories. Diane Therriault
January 11, 2024

Henriette

Dear Betty, I am deeply saddened by the news of your beloved husband. John was such a good husband, father, grand-father , and friend. Our community had lost a great man. Sincerest sympathy to you and your family. Henriette Laverdière
January 10, 2024

Lorraine Fontaine

My deepest sympathy to all the friends and family of John...I too lived in Culp until I was 16...Lorraine Fontaine...
January 10, 2024

Rene Blanchette

My heart was saddened when I heard John had passed away. I will always remember John as a kind man that alway took the time to stop, no matter where or when, to chat for a while. To Betty, Jason, Shannon and Trevor, may you find peace and warmth in your heart knowing that your husband/father was a wonderful man always seeking to make this world a better place for all
January 10, 2024

Alfred and Claudette Pelletier

Our condolences to you Betty and your family. He was a neat guy. He was well known in many areas. A man with a drive.
January 10, 2024

Michelle Richard Pitre

Our sincere sympathy to Betty and the family at this difficult time. John will be remembered for his kind words, warm smile and gentle demeanour. He always made the time to chat and inquire about the status of one's family. He will be sadly missed. Our condolences and hugs, Richard and Michelle Pitre & family
January 09, 2024

Carol and Claude L’Abbe

So sad to hear, John was an inspiration to all and the kindest man I've ever had the pleasure of knowing.
January 09, 2024

Mervin and Cecile Brulotte

Our sincere condolences to Betty and all the family! Always enjoyed conversing with John! May he rest in peace! Mervin and Cecile Brulotte
January 09, 2024

Gisele and Robert Soucy

Our condolences, Betty and family. John was such a pleasant person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
January 09, 2024

Linda Allan

Rest in peace, Johnny. Fly with the angels. Linda Allan
January 09, 2024

The Remillard’s

On behalf of the Remillard Family we offer our most sincere condolences to all of you and your families on the loss of John. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

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