It is with an appreciation for a life well lived that the family of John William Lindsay Coles of North Milton, announces his peaceful passing at home with his loving partner, Gail Ling and his furry friends by his side, on Sunday, February 4, 2024 at the age of 79 years. Dear brother of Howard, Nanne, and Heather (Dunstan), and brother-in-law of Carolyn. He is predeceased by his wife, Ann MacLeod; his parents, Lindsay and Isabel (nee Matheson) Coles; his sister, Audrey (Wendall); his brother, George; and his brother and sisters-in-law, Marjorie, William and Nelson. He will be fondly remembered by numerous nieces and nephews, his many good friends, and his furry buddies Ace, Angus, and the cats. Resting at Belvedere Funeral Home. There will be a graveside service at a later date. Donations in memory of John may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Heart and Stroke Foundation of PEI, or the Portage Cemetery (please mail cheques to Portage Cemetery Fund, 4291 Portage Road, Route #6, Oyster Bed Bridge, PE, C1E 2W7. If you would like to send an e-transfer, please contact Belvedere Funeral Home at 902-628-1881 for the email address). Messages of condolence may be left on John’s Memorial Page at: www.belvederefh.com