Condolence From: Nima Ghomeshi
Condolence: I decided just now to look up José and see what he was up to and am shocked to learn of his passing. José was Director of the South America division when I joined it in 2004. He was a true leader and gentleman. I especially remember him as consistently kind and courteous and the harmony he created resonated through our division. I couldn't have asked for a better welcome. He will be missed. My condolences to the family.
Wednesday September 09, 2020
Condolence From: Pierre Sved
Condolence:
I had the great honour of working with Jose at the Canadian Embassy in Mexico about 10 years ago. I recall a tour of the Haciendas of the State of Morelos on one weekend and the great time we had, and his love of Mexican art, architecture and music. Until we meet again.
Thursday May 28, 2020
Condolence From: Bob Publicover
Condolence: I had the good fortune to work for José for two years at the Department of Foreign Affairs.
He was a first class gentleman - decent, honest and blessed with a wry sense of humour.
It was a pleasure to know Jose, and I extend my sympathies to his family.
Bob Publicover
Waterloo Ontario
Tuesday December 25, 2018
Condolence From: Jean Prévost et Cécile Bourdages
Condolence: Nous avons fait la connaissance de José à Lima durant un devoir temporaire qu'il réalisait à l'époque (début des années 1980). Susan était déjà en poste à l'Ambassade, une fille énergétique comme pas une! Ils y ont fait connaissance et la vie a suivi son cours. Nous les avons croisés à l'occasion au fil des années. Nous conservons de José le meilleur des souvenirs. Triste de voir la maladie faucher si tôt un bonhomme si agréable.
Toutes nos sympathies à Susan, aux enfants et au reste de la famille.
Wednesday December 19, 2018
Condolence From: Jaime Figueroa Navarro
Condolence: When I met José at Assumption Prep in Worcester, Massachusetts in 1967, I knew I was befriending someone for life and beyond. He was my brother Alfredo's roommate and a fine young gentleman sporting his forever smile. As the years passed, we lost track of each other but not for long as we eventually met up again in Panama when he was the Canadian Ambassador here. How grateful to see him again and learn of his successes in life! Now it's time to say au revoir, hasta luego dear friend, our condolences to all his dear family and friends.
Wednesday December 12, 2018
Condolence From: Vivian Collins
Condolence: I am so sorry to learn of José's passing. As a former neighbour (Beacon Hill), I remember José as a loving husband and father, a devoted Foreign Service Officer and a true gentleman. My condolences to Susan and family.
Sunday December 09, 2018
Condolence From: Wilma Matchett
Condolence: Dear Susan
My sincere sympathy to you and the family upon Jose's passing. He was a wonderful colleague and friend to all those who came in contact with him during your years in DFAIT.
God bless
Wilma
Saturday December 08, 2018
Condolence From: MArie et Richard St Cyr
Condolence: Dear Sue and family,
We offer you our most sincere condolences on the loss of your loving husband Jose. He was the kindest and most gentle person and he will be sorely missed. May he rest in peace.
Saturday December 08, 2018
Condolence From: Denise and Brian Jeanes
Condolence: Susan, Katherine and Alexandra,
We were so sad to hear of Jose’s passing. He truly was a genuinely kind and caring man. The world will be a little less bright without him in it.
Wednesday December 05, 2018
Condolence From: Janice and Charlie
Condolence: Susan, Katherine, and Alex, our deepest condolences for your loss. I can only imagine how much he will be missed by the family. He was always so pleasant, caring, and took a genuine interest in all he came in contact with. You must be proud of all is contributions he made to our country.
Our thoughts are with you all. Again, so sorry for your loss.
Wednesday December 05, 2018
