GLYDON, John Douglas “Jack” - 82, Kingston, died tragically Wednesday evening, February 20, 2008, as a result of a vehicle-pedestrian accident. Born in Winthorst, Sask., he was the second eldest son of Carrie and Harold Glydon. During the Second World War, when he was 17, Jack joined the Air Force and made it his career for 30 years, first as one of the original ParaRescue Jumpers, 103 Squadron, stationed in Trenton, Whitehorse, and Greenwood, and later, after he received his commission, as an aircraft engineer at Rockcliffe and finally Greenwood, where he was responsible for the maintenance of the Argus and other planes. Following his retirement in the village of Kingston, he used his carpentry and other trade skills working as an independent local handyman and for E.R. MacMaster & Sons Ltd. His reputation as an excellent worker with exceptional skills led to one of his favourite jobs - supervising the construction or renovation of the many McDonald’s fast food restaurants across the province. When he finally retired at the age of 70, he devoted his time to his home and family, his community and church, and his many rose beds, lawns and gardens. He still managed to play golf in the summer and bridge in the winter, and traveled throughout Canada and the United States visiting his extended family and friends.

Jack will be sadly missed by his daughters, Vicky Parker, Kingston; Debbie (Don) McClure, Ottawa, and Dana (Doug) Ralston, Halifax, as well as his beloved grandchildren, Shannon and Meredith Parker, Joy and Michael McClure, and Beth, Katie and Meg Ralston. Missing him too will be his best friend and neighbour, Evelyn MacLean; his adopted cat, John; brothers, Wesley, Kipling, Sask.; Stanley, Strathmore, Alta., and sister, Joyce Forsythe, Parksville, B.C. Besides his parents, Jack was predeceased by his wife of 54 years, Marguerite. A memorial service and reception will be held on Tuesday, February 26, beginning at 3 p.m. in Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main St., (902) 825-3448. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you think of Jack when tending your gardens this spring, or model his generosity by donating to your favourite charity. On-line condolences may be made through: www.middletonfuneralhome.com