Prince Edward County’s Newspaper of Record
July 10, 2025

Obituaries

John Henry Lammes

August 22, 1934 - June 28, 2025

Suddenly entered into rest at the Belleville General Hospital, on Saturday, June 28, 2025, John Lammes of Milford, died at the age of 90. Son of the late Dirk and Hendrika Lammes (nee Overeem). Beloved husband of the late Margaret (nee Mitchell) and dearest companion of Emma Dougherty. Loving father of Ritchie (Eunice Keasler), John (Angela), all of Milford, Harry (Karen) of Cherry Valley, and the late Jack. Dearest grandfather of Launa, Jacquelyne, and Zachary, and great grandfather of Reed, Hayley and Jack. Survived by his sister Mary Fox and predeceased by his brother Henk Lammes. Fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. The family wish to extend their gratitude and thanks to the Doctors and Nurses at the Picton and Belleville Hospitals as they went over and above in their care of John. Mr. Lammes is resting at Rushnell Funeral Homes – Picton Chapel, 33 Main Street (613-476-2450) for visitation on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m.  Funeral Service in the Chapel on Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 1 p.m. Interment in the family plot at Cherry Valley Cemetery.  If desired, donations in memory of John to the Loyalist Humane Society, Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation “Back the Build” or the Lung Association would be appreciated.  Online condolences at: www.rushnellfuneralhomes.com 

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