Passed away peacefully at Joseph Brant Hospital, Burlington, on Sunday, March 30, 2014 at the age of 82. John Warkentin, beloved husband of Erna Warkentin (nee Engbrecht). Dear father of Barbara Graham (Brent), Jocelyn and Greg (Rosa). Cherished grandfather of Liam, Erin, Brynne, Lauren, Scott, John and Alexandra. He is survived by his sisters Margaret, Irene, Hedy, Marlies and brothers Peter, Werner and Alfred. John is predeceased by his parents David and Margaretha and his brother David Warkentin. He will be sadly missed by his extended family and friends. John was a professor of chemistry at McMaster University, from 1960 until his retirement in 1996. An avid outdoorsman, he loved canoeing, fishing, camping and hiking. Visitation at SMITH’S FUNERAL HOME, 485 Brant Street (one block North of City Hall), BURLINGTON (905-632-3333), on Sunday, April 6, 2014 from 3-5 pm. Cremation has taken place. If desired, donations made to the J. Warkentin Bursary, McMaster University would be greatly appreciated by the family.