Appleton, John -  December 29, 1938 - July 2, 2022

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of John Appleton at the age of 83. John was a courageous fighter but succumbed to cancer after a 12 year battle. A long-time employee of IBM, a winning coach of soccer, rugby and hockey in Scarborough and Lindsay. He enjoyed his time building their cottage in Muskoka, singing in numerous choirs, playing golf at Lindsay and IBM courses and aspired to be a better bridge player. Born in Sandford, growing up in Parkdale, John is the son of the late Kathleen and Jack Appleton.  Loved husband of Barbara for almost 64 years and proud father of David (Tammy), Richard, Cheryl (Kate). He was also cherished by his grandchildren Corey, and Shaun and Barb’s kitten Tiger. Survived by his brothers Richard, and Robert and sister Irene.  John is predeceased by his grandson Ryan and brothers Grant, Norman, Gordon and Allan. Services to celebrate the life of John will be held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 45 Russell Street W, Lindsay on Saturday, July 9th with visitation beginning at 11:00 am followed by a service at noon.  Those wishing to make memorial donations can do so by cheque payable St Paul’s Anglican Church and can be left at the Mackey Funeral Home, 33 Peel Street, Lindsay.  Online condolences may be left at www.mackeys.ca.