We Remember

SATELMAYER, John
July 20, 1936 — February 11, 2025
John Satelmayer, who was born on July 20, 1936, peacefully passed away on February 11, 2025, at the age of 88. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Adele, along with their children, Marline Balbach and Allan Satelmayer. His cherished grandchildren, siblings Peter and Elisabeth, and a wide circle of friends and extended family will also mourn his loss. John now reunites with those who have gone before him, including Filip and Philipina, along with many of his siblings.
Throughout his life, John embodied the values of faith, hard work, and honesty. Growing up on a farm instilled in him a strong sense of perseverance and independence. His childhood was marked by a challenging year spent in a concentration camp, yet he emerged with his integrity intact. At 25, he met Adele, and together they created a loving home. In 1963, they immigrated to Canada, seeking a brighter future filled with opportunities.
John’s unwavering loyalty and strong work ethic were evident in all aspects of his life. Despite limited formal education due to wartime challenges, he was a lifelong learner, mastering three languages with the help of his Bible. He was known for his generosity, often opening his home to refugees. As a devoted member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, his faith guided his actions. John found joy in gardening, beekeeping, and astronomy, nurturing a deep appreciation for the world around him. His kindness and passion for life will be fondly remembered and greatly missed.
If you wish to send a condolence, post photos, or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area call “Condolences”.
Our condolences to the family. We will miss our chats with John over the fence. He, Adele and their family have been good neighbours to us.
Heartfelt condolences to you Adele, Allan and Marlene. John was exhausted with the struggles of this life and went to his rest for a time. He was a strong believer in the resurrection and is awaiting the call. He will be remembered as a hard working, kind and generous man with a very unique big smile. We miss him for now but we will see him again in a better world.
Rest in peace John till the trumpet call.
Our deepest condolences. 💐 Brother John was a very quiet man with few words but great actions. When I was a kid, I remembered him coming home from work at the same time every night and I thought to myself, “WoW, he works hard for his family; and his kids are so lucky to have him!” Later on when he was retired, we were lucky enough to visit him and his wife. He was so happy and showed me around his beautiful garden in his backyard. He hand- picked me some of his sweetest raspberries that grew fresh from the bushes that he grew. He likes to tell jokes and we had a wonderful time visiting….. We will miss him greatly!
💕 Love from your Sister in Christ,
Joyce Davis