Johannes "John" Maas
March 7, 2026
MAAS, Johannes “John” – Passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at the age of 67 years. Beloved husband for 47 years of Sandra Maas (née Baker). Loving father of Amanda Maas (Shane McKenzie), Ashley (Tyson) Derkach, and Adam Johannes Maas (Alex). Cherished Papa of Kaydence, Olivia, Avrey, Sophie, Colton, Maddy, Kyran, Nixson, Brennley, and Myles. Dear son of Wilhelmina Maas, and brother of Wilma (Doug) McLean, Joanne (Glen) Alexander, Wally (Allison) Maas, Cathy (Frank) Higdon, Frank Maas, and Tony (Carol) Maas. Brother-in-law of Jeff (Marian) Baker, David (Liana) Baker, and Michael (Debbie) Baker. Sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by his father Johannes Maas, father-in-law Art and June Baker, mother-in-law Eva and Glen Clarke, and niece Stephanie Baker.
Visitation will be held at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest on Wednesday, March 11th from 2:00-4:00 & 6:00-8:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the First Baptist Church, 116 Fergus Street North, Mount Forest, on Thursday, March 12th at 11:00 a.m., with visitation at the church from 10:00-10:45 a.m. Immediately following the service, everyone is invited to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 134, 140 King Street West, Mount Forest for a reception and fellowship. Those unable to attend the funeral service are invited to view a livestream of the service by clicking the link below John’s obituary. Cremation to follow. Private family interment will be held in the spring. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of John are asked to consider a charity of your choice. Online condolences and donations may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com
Funeral Service for John Maas
Condolences
Sandra & Family
So sorry to hear of your loss
So very sorry for your loss Sandra. What a shock for you and your family.
— Eileen Doolittle, March 19, 2026Our condolences to the whole family. Sending lots of love and hugs from Northern Ontario
So sorry to hear of your loss. Sending our deepest sympathies.
Tammy Bell and Steve Truax.
Sandra and family,
I am so very sorry. Thinking of you all . ❤️
Dear Sandra,
I am so sorry to hear this news. I am thinking of you and your family. Cherish your happy memories. Sending you lots of hugs. Jennifer Gohn
Dear Sandra & the Maas Family ~ Our thoughts are with you at this difficult... cherish the memories. With Our Deepest Sympathy
Gecondoleerd met het verlies van John.
Heel veel sterkte toegewenst.
Peer en Connie Maas
Sincere condolences to you and your family. Susan Nevills and Liz Upham.
Dear Sandra and Family,
My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerest Sympathy.
Hugs, Sharon O’Sullivan
Sandra I'm so sorry to hear about John, my thoughts are with you and your family.
— Steve Stein, March 12, 2026Dear Sandra, words are not able to express our sympathy for your loss. Knowing you have so many family members who will support you is a blessing. Take one day at a time. 🤗❤️.
— Bill & Janet Johnson, March 12, 2026Sandra,your family and to the Maas family
We are so sorry to hear of John's passing. Sending you a hug and our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time Sandra. Cherish all the memories you have of him to give you strength and comfort for coming days ahead.
Brian and Lois Young
We were so sorry to hear about John. Our condolences to you and all your family.
To all of the Maas family,
So very sorry for your loss. Stephen and Maureen Dineen
Condolences on the Loss of Your Loved One
Warm thoughts and prayers are being sent your way.
May they help to lift the heaviness in your hearts during this time of grief.
With sincere sympathy,
Your cousins, Paul and Pauline
Dear Sandra, family and the Maas and Baker Families,
Our sincerest condolences to you on the loss of John. The Carlin family
To Sandra and family(s),
I am very sorry for your loss. Sending you peace, strength and love in this time of need. My condolences to you all.
Sandra, so sorry to hear of your loss thinking of you at this difficult time
Debbie Cator
Sandra and family. We are so very sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences and know you are in our thoughts at this very difficult time.
— Elaine & Randy King, March 11, 2026Sandra and family we are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sandra and family; Thinking of you all as you navigate the loss of John. Thought I'd share my memory of him from when we lived in Mount Forest. John would pop in to my place of employment and absolutely light up the waiting room with his smile - even if he was laughing at me and not with me. Hugs, Tali
— Tali McGovern, March 11, 2026Sandra and family We are sorry to hear of the passing of John. He will always be in your heart.
— Doug and Brenda Hawkrigg, March 11, 2026Sandra, your family and the entire Maas family,
We're so sorry to hear of John's passing.
Our sincerest condolences to everyone.
Aunt Riek and uncle Harrie - Leende - the Netherlands
Dear Sandra, Amanda, Ashley and Adam and families. Our sincere sympathy on the loss of John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. John and Phyllis
— John and Phyllis Flanagan, March 11, 2026Please accept our sincere apologies, Sandra and family. We are thinking of you with love and sorrow as our hearts go out to you. May sweet memories of your lives together support you and bring comfort.
— Diane and Michael Schurman, March 11, 2026Sandra and the entire Maas family. Our sincere condolences on the loss of John.
You will miss his great sense of humour,, our thoughts are with you all.
Heartfelt condolences to the entire Maas family on the sudden passing of John. May your memories lift you during this very sad time.
Mariette, family friend, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Adam, I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. Thinking of you, and your whole family.
Hold all your memories close 💜Hugs
Sandra and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of John's sudden passing. May the light of your memories of him help you through these dark days.
Dear Sandra and family , and Maas and Baker families . Please accept our sincere condolences on the sudden loss of John .
Mary Lou & Paul Bolen
Dear Sandra & Family, thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort.
Maxine & Rick Parker.
So sorry Sandra to hear of the loss of your husband. Sending hugs during this incredibly hard time.
Also extending condolences to Tony and the rest of the Maas and extended family.
Our deepest sympathy to you Sandra and all families. He will be missed
— Jim Seifried Karen Switzer, March 10, 2026Sandra, and the entire Maas family,
My sincere condolences on the passing of John such a great guy, so sorry for your loss.
Clint
Sandra & family
I’m truly heartbroken to hear about Johns sudden passing. There are no words that can ease this pain, but please know I’m thinking of you and holding you close in my heart. Wishing you strength, comfort, and support in the days ahead.
Kim
Sandra and all of your family
Sending our sincere sympathy to you and yours.
Frank and Joanne
Sending my heartfelt condolences to you Sandra and your entire family, as well as Jon’s siblings and their families. May your memories comfort you at this difficult time.
— Beth Dodds, March 10, 2026I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. Sandra and family, please accept my sincere condolences.
— Ria Grummett, March 10, 2026Sandra, your family and the entire Maas family.
Thinking of all of you with the very sad loss of your hsuband, father, brother and son.
Sorry for your loss.
Sandra and all the family. I was so shocked of hearing about the passing of John. Cherish all your precious memories. My thoughts are with you and a big hug also. May John rest in peace. Karen, Claus and of coarse Zoey
— Karen Rave, March 10, 2026My sincere condolences to Sandra, John’s children and grandchildren. Deepest sympathies to John’s mother and all his siblings especially Wally and wife Allison. Thoughts and prayers to all of you. Gina
— Gina Dusyk, March 10, 2026I am so sorry to hear of your husband passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you & your family at this time.
— Bob McClure, March 10, 2026Dear Sandra and family. We were absolutely shocked and saddened by the news of John's sudden passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. Thinking of you.
Randy and Alison Marchant
Sandra and family. Our sincerest condolences to everyone. Heartfelt thoughts to you.
— Marion and Ray Parker, March 10, 2026Our sincere condolences to you Sandra and family. We are so sorry for your loss
— Susan and Don Koehler, March 10, 2026Maas Family. So sorry to hear about John's passing. We'd like to extend our condolences.
Jason and Amber Oakes
Sandra, I am so sad for you and your family at this terrible time. Take care, my friend. Cindy Barber
— Cindy Barber, March 10, 2026Dear Maas family, I'm so very sorry for your loss and send heartfelt condolences to you all. I'm sorry I won't be able to attend the funeral as I am out of the country but please give each other, especially your mom (always Mrs. Maas to me) big hugs.
— Marianne vanDongen Edwards, March 10, 2026Sandra and family, I am saddened to learn of the sudden and recent passing of John. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers during these difficult times. Find solace in surrounding yourself with family. Condolences to all. Marilyn