It is with sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the death of John Lester Palmer age 71 from Maplewood NB at the Upper River valley Hospital with his wife and son by his side following a brief illness.

John was born in Fredericton NB on February 20, 1950 to the late John and Dorothy (Fillmore) Palmer.

He is survived by his wife Barbara (Dow) Palmer, sons Fred (Peggy) and Dale (Tracey), Grandsons Damion and Jordan, Great Grand Daughter Hazley. Also survived by his siblings Bill (Freda), Judy, Linda (Dan) and Shirley, along with several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and Cousins.

There will be no public visitation or funeral service.

If so desired, donors can be made to a charity of your choice in memory of John.

Carleton Funeral Home, 337 Lockhart Mill Road has been entrusted with arrangements.