John Raeburn Fiddes Jr. Obituary
We are sad to announce that on January 20, 2025, at the age of 81, John Raeburn Fiddes Jr. of Long Valley, New Jersey, born in Montréal, Québec passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid adieu to John Raeburn's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in his wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration John Raeburn has bequeathed us. For though he may have departed from our sight, his spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jack Fiddes and Doris Fiddes; and his daughter Alexandra. He is survived by: his wife Jessica Vermylen; his sons, John III of Manhattan, Hugh (Sarah) of Austin, TX and Cameron of Austin; and his grandchildren, Annabelle and Harrison. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 29th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Madison Memorial (159 Main St, Madison, NJ 07940). A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, January 30th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Presbyterian Church (57 E Park Pl, Morristown, NJ 07960).
In lieu of flowers, please direct donations in John's memory to the Black Watch of Canada Foundation (memo: John R. Fiddes Jr Memorial Fund), 2067 de Bleury Street, Montreal, QC H3A 2K2.
