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After a brave battle with cancer, it is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Philip Goguen, age 76, of Halifax on June 5, at home.
Born on August 13, 1948, and raised in Halifax, John was a graduate of Saint Mary’s University, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts and Education. He taught at Saint Catherine’s School, where he had been a student, for several years before moving to Saint Agnes Jr High, where he remained until his retirement. He was well-respected by his colleagues and former students, many of whom stayed in contact with him after he retired.
John was a lacrosse goaltender for the N.S. lacrosse team during the 1969 Canada Summer Games. He was a lifelong supporter of the lacrosse community. He played and coached hockey. He was also a dedicated cyclist for over 50 years, only stopping shortly before his cancer diagnosis.
John’s love for music was a big part of who he was. He always took great pleasure in introducing a new song or artist to a friend or relative and enjoyed quiet moments playing his guitar and composing original songs.
John was known for his quick wit and always had a clever quip for every occasion. His humour and positive attitude carried him through his illness, as they had through his entire life.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Donna (nee Pyke), and their sons, Marc (Allison), Joel (Becky), and Jon. John loved and cherished his family, always so proud of his ‘boys’. He also leaves behind his two grandsons, Augie and Beau, as well as his sisters, Linda (Michael) Ward of Kelowna and Anita (Barry) Fraser of Brookside and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Clarence and Laura Goguen, and his older sister, Jeanne Crane.