01/21/2026
Very sorry to here about John, he was a terrific guy that had a great vision for Athens and all he created, including the Crooked Creek Golf Course. Our condolences to Mary and all his family.
Rest in Peace John.
John Lawrence Dancy Obituary
John Dancy
February 19, 1941-January 20, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Lawrence Dancy. Loving husband of Mary Linda Bridget Flood, father to Ted (Anne Marie), Kim Mack (Tim), Steve (Laurie), Roger (Emily), Jason (Brooke). Loving grandfather(Poppy) to Brittany Struthers (Pat), Curtis Dancy (Teddy), Kaitlyn Dancy-Padua (Felipe), Krystal Dancy (Brandon), Emma Healey, Dawson Dancy (Emily), Simon and Olivia Mack, Jake and Ben Dancy. Great Grandfather to Nova and Zaila Dancy, Scottie and Clarke Struthers and Julia Dancy Padua.
John will also be missed by sister in-laws and brother in-laws, Carole and Gary Murphy, Gerry and Pat Flood, Denise Owsianicki and numerous nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his parents Lawrence and Ruth (Wiltse), and his sister JoAnn Townsend.
John grew up in Athens and attended Athens District High School. He left Athens at the age of 18 and joined the Army (1960-1966) and was later stationed in Esquimalt, BC. Mary joined him in 1964 where they were married. In 1966 they returned to Athens, he worked at Automatic Electric and Wiltse Door and Windows and later purchased his 1st milk truck, which was the beginning of John Dancy Milk Transportation, he eventually grew his business to a fleet of 7 trucks. In 1996 he fulfilled his dream of building the Village Green Golf Course in Athens. He was a respected member of the Athens Community as he was a past town Councillor and Reeve serving a combined 21 years . He was also elected Warden of United Counties of Leeds and Grenville. He loved his community and took pride in trying to make it thrive and grow. He was instrumental in bringing the idea of painting murals on the walls of various buildings in the village. His other community involvement included the Athens Lions Club, Athens Fire Department, Rink Board, Milk Marketing Board, Ontario Milk Truckers Association.
Dad and mom loved to travel, and their excursions included many destinations in Canada, United States, Europe, Australia and Africa.
John's greatest pride was his family, he was a huge supporter and sports fan to his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He would think nothing of venturing on a long road trip to catch a game. Hockey being his favourite sport! But baseball, basketball was also enjoyed. His hobbies included golf, fishing, hunting, card games, talking politics and world events or simply reminiscing about past adventures and events. He will be thoroughly missed by many and always remembered for the legacy he has left.
Our family wish to thank the many caregivers at the Oncology Department at the Kingston General Hospital, the Brockville ACU team, Bayshore nursing, namely Chelsea for her daily visits and hockey updates, PSW Crystal, Tricia with Home Care. The Brockville Palliative Care team, especially Nicole and Angela (dad appreciated your Tuesday visits).
Visitation will be held for John Sunday, January 25 1:00-4:00pm and 6:00pm-9:00pm at Judson Funeral Home, 3 Elgin Street South, Athens, ON. Funeral will be held at St. Philip Neri Church, County Road 282 County Road 8, Toledo, ON on Monday, January 26 at 11:00am. Refreshments and fellowship to follow at the Toledo Legion.
Donations to Palliative Care at The Brockville General Hospital and The Athens Food Bank would be appreciated by the family.
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